Championship Showdown: Ipswich Town Host Wrexham
Saturday 22 November 2025 is set for a thrilling encounter in the English Football League Championship as Ipswich Town welcome Wrexham to a packed Portman Road. The match, kicking off at 13:00 GMT, promises high stakes and intense action, with both teams harbouring ambitions for a successful season.
The Stakes in England's Second Tier
The Championship remains one of the most fiercely competitive leagues in world football, with the ultimate prize being a place in the Premier League and the accompanying financial jackpot, estimated to be worth around £200 million. This season sees the return of former Premier League sides Leicester City, Ipswich Town, and Southampton, all expected to challenge for play-off positions at the very least. They are joined by newly-promoted teams, including the ambitious Birmingham City and Wrexham, who have captured the imagination of fans and will be looking to make their mark. Meanwhile, at the opposite end of the table, clubs like Sheffield Wednesday and Hull City are battling to avoid relegation amidst various crises.
Live Coverage and Comprehensive Updates
The Independent is providing extensive live coverage of this Championship fixture. Our live blog will deliver all the latest scores, goals, and pivotal moments as they happen, coupled with expert analysis and post-match reaction. This commitment to coverage extends across the footballing calendar, bringing fans live updates from every match in the Premier League, WSL, Championship, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup from the third round onwards, as well as the best of European football in the Champions League and beyond.
