Ipswich Defeat Fulham in Late Premier League Comeback

Ipswich Town beat Fulham 2-1 at Portman Road on October 10, 2026, as Abdoul Ouattara and Dara O’Shea scored late goals that overturned Ryan Sessegnon’s opener and extended Álvaro Arbeloa’s winless Premier League run to six matches, according to The Guardian.

The victory lifted Gary O’Neil’s side to ninth in the table with their third league win of the campaign, while Fulham remained in the relegation zone with two points from six matches, according to The Guardian.

Fulham had taken control after a goalless first half when Ryan Sessegnon scored in the 55th minute. The Guardian reported that Sessegnon converted from 25 yards after controlling Issa Diop’s clearance from a corner.

Ipswich responded after late substitutions by Gary O’Neil brought Jack Clarke, Chuba Akpom and Zian Flemming into the match. The Guardian reported that the hosts continued pushing for an equalizer after Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno denied Sindre Walle Egeli.

Abdoul Ouattara restored parity in the 89th minute with a long-range strike before Dara O’Shea headed in Clarke’s free-kick in stoppage time. According to The Guardian, the two goals completed a late comeback for Ipswich at Portman Road.

Fulham created early opportunities through Josh King’s involvement, with David Affengruber heading over from an Alex Iwobi cross and Ryan Sessegnon sending another effort wide, according to The Guardian.

The visitors also had penalty appeals rejected after Ipswich defender Issa Diop blocked a Gonzalo García shot. The Guardian reported that Diop’s arm was considered to be in a natural position.

Ipswich had chances before the equalizer, including an Emersonn header that struck the post from close range after a cross from Julio Enciso. The Guardian reported that Oscar Bobb also missed an opportunity by shooting over the bar.

Álvaro Arbeloa, the former Real Madrid manager, was close to securing his first Premier League victory with Fulham after Sessegnon’s goal. The Guardian reported that the late collapse extended Fulham’s winless start under his management.

Christian Walton made a final save to deny Kevin after Ipswich had completed the comeback. According to The Guardian, the result left Fulham seven points behind Ipswich in the league standings.