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Ipswich Town to host Manchester United in Carabao Cup Round Two

Portman Road hosts Manchester United in Round Two during the week of August 25 after a 3-1 win over Shrewsbury Town.

August 13, 2025 at 07:38 PM
blur The Mariners to face Manchester United in Round Two of the Carabao Cup

Ipswich Town will host Manchester United in Carabao Cup Round Two after advancing with a 3-1 win over Shrewsbury Town.

The Mariners to face Manchester United in Round Two of the Carabao Cup

Ipswich Town moved into Round Two with a 3-1 win over Shrewsbury Town at Portman Road, with Justin Amaluzor, Cameron Gardner and Jaze Kabia on the scoresheet. The result sets up a home tie against Manchester United, the 13-time Premier League champions, for the week of August 25. Ticket information will be released in due course.

The draw highlights the Cup’s mix of romance and reality, pairing a smaller side with one of world football’s biggest brands and giving the home fans a rare evening against such a heavyweight.

Key Takeaways

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Ipswich Town earns a memorable home tie against a global giant
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The 3-1 win over Shrewsbury Town shows squad depth and finishing on the night
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The tie schedules for the week of August 25 creating early-season buzz
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Ticket details will follow and will shape early attendance
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The Cup mix of romance and business is on display at Portman Road
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A potential financial and reputational boost comes with a big-name visit to a smaller ground

"Ipswich Town at home against Manchester United is a dream fixture for any fan"

Highlight of the fixture's appeal

"This is what the Cup is all about a shot at a giant"

Editorial take on the Cup's romance

"A chance to test the team against one of the game's biggest clubs"

Notes the tie's competitive value

"A night to remember for the fans who believed in the magic of the Cup"

Emotional takeaway for supporters

Cup ties like this test a team’s resilience and planning beyond the league routine. Ipswich can build confidence from the win, while Manchester United will want to balance rotation with the need to maintain form ahead of the league season. For the town, the fixture offers exposure and potential revenue, but also pressure to perform in a high-profile atmosphere. The match could influence how the club approaches the next rounds and long-term squad planning.

Highlights

  • Cup night at Portman Road could rewrite a season
  • A giant visits the town for a big test
  • History can turn in ninety minutes
  • Fans dream bigger when a big name visits

The Cup keeps delivering moments that redefine seasons

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