On Thursday, 24th July 2025

Morsy: The Best Spell of My Career and Life Thu 24th Jul 2025 18:39
Departing Town captain Sam Morsy has issued a message to fans, teammates, manager Kieran McKenna and his staff following confirmation of his move to Kuwait SC, while the squad and ex-players have paid their own tributes to the Egyptian international.

Town Confirm Morsy Exit For Kuwait SC Thu 24th Jul 2025 18:03
Town skipper Sam Morsy’s move to Kuwait SC has been confirmed.

Town Announce Matchday Ticket Prices Thu 24th Jul 2025 15:43
Town have confirmed their matchday ticket prices for the Championship season ahead.

Luongo Close to Joining Millwall Thu 24th Jul 2025 14:06
Former Blues midfielder Massimo Luongo is closing in on joining Millwall following his trial with the Lions.

On Wednesday, 24th July 2024

Chesterfield Join Ndaba Hunt But Hibs Favourites Wed 24th Jul 2024 13:50
TWTD understands League Two new boys Chesterfield have joined Scottish Premiership sides Kilmarnock and Hibernian in moving for Town centre-half Corrie Ndaba.

Prime Minister Congratulates Town on Promotion Wed 24th Jul 2024 13:35
New prime minister Sir Kier Starmer has congratulated Town on their promotion to the Premier League.

On Monday, 24th July 2023

Former Blues Midfielder Bart-Williams Dies Mon 24th Jul 2023 22:30
Former Town midfielder Chris Bart-Williams has died, aged 49.

Sir Bobby Robson Stand to Be Jet-Washed Mon 24th Jul 2023 16:48
The Sir Bobby Robson Stand is set to be jet-washed on Wednesday and Thursday of this week ahead of the new season with Sir Alf Ramsey Way closed to allow the work to take place.

Ndaba Settling in at Kilmarnock Mon 24th Jul 2023 11:45
Blues defender Corrie Ndaba says he’s settling in well with his latest loan club Kilmarnock.

BBC Radio Suffolk Signs New Commentary Deal Mon 24th Jul 2023 09:24
BBC Radio Suffolk has confirmed it has a signed a deal to broadcast live radio commentary on Town’s matches during the season ahead.

On Sunday, 24th July 2022

Tractor Girls Beat Cambridge in Second Friendly Sun 24th Jul 2022 19:17
ITFC Women’s pre-season continued with another 2-0 win, this time at the newly renamed AGL Arena in Felixstowe against a resolute Cambridge United side.

[Podcast] Blue Monday - New Podcast Now Online Sun 24th Jul 2022 18:40
A new podcast from the Blue Monday team is now available.

Open Day on Monday Sun 24th Jul 2022 14:12
Town’s Open Day takes place at Portman Road on Monday.

Millwall 1-1 Ipswich Town - Gallery Sun 24th Jul 2022 10:18
Photos from yesterday's 1-1 draw with Millwall at the Den.

Evans: We Showed More Confidence in the Second Half Sun 24th Jul 2022 09:21
Midfielder Lee Evans thought Town showed more confidence in the second half of their 1-1 draw at Millwall and might well have scored more than Freddie Ladapo's 54th-minute goal.

Tractor Girls in Friendly Action Sun 24th Jul 2022 09:17
Ipswich Town Women continue their pre-season friendly programme this afternoon when they face Cambridge United at Felixstowe & Walton’s AGL Arena (KO 2pm).

On Saturday, 24th July 2021

Siziba Nets Five Sat 24th Jul 2021 21:47
Midfielder Zanda Siziba netted all five goals as a Town U18s side featuring a number of overage players beat Cambridge United 5-4 in a pre-season friendly this morning.

Craney: We Got Exactly What We Needed From the Game Sat 24th Jul 2021 18:21
New coach Ian Craney was pleased with Town’s display in their 1-0 friendly defeat to Crystal Palace at Portman Road, feeling the Blues got just what they needed from the match.

Ipswich Town 0-1 Crystal Palace - Match Report Sat 24th Jul 2021 16:59
Wilfried Zaha’s penalty on the hour mark was enough to see Premier League Crystal Palace to a 1-0 victory over the Blues at Portman Road. The Eagles had had plenty of chances prior to Zaha finding the net from the spot having been fouled by the returning Kane Vincent-Young.

Ipswich Town 0-0 Crystal Palace - Half-Time Sat 24th Jul 2021 15:57
Town’s pre-season friendly at home to Premier League Crystal Palace remains 0-0 at half-time.

Pigott and Fraser Start Against Palace Sat 24th Jul 2021 14:35
Joe Pigott and Scott Fraser make their first appearances in Town shirts as fans return to Portman Road for this afternoon’s pre-season friendly against Crystal Palace, while four of the other summer signings start, as does Kane Vincent-Young, but with Lee Evans missing.

Tractor Girls in Friendly Action at Harlow Sat 24th Jul 2021 09:38
Ipswich Town Women will now play Harlow Town away in their first pre-season friendly on Sunday afternoon (KO 2pm).

On Friday, 24th July 2020

EFL Confirm September Season Start Fri 24th Jul 2020 15:03
The EFL have confirmed that their season will start over the weekend of Saturday 12th September.

Rochdale Chief Executive: EFL Set to Confirm September Season Start Fri 24th Jul 2020 13:18
Rochdale chief executive David Bottomley says he believes the EFL will confirm later today that the 2020/21 season will begin on Saturday 12th September with games initially played behind closed doors.

Salary Cap Vote Delayed Fri 24th Jul 2020 13:10
The EFL are reported to have put back the vote on the League One and Two salary cap proposal until August 6th.

Blue Action Launch Fanzine Fri 24th Jul 2020 11:51
Town independent supporters group Blue Action have launched a new fanzine, Out in Amsterdam, which is available now.

Blues Legend Thijssen Best Gelderland Footballer of All Time Fri 24th Jul 2020 10:51
Town legend Frans Thijssen has been named Dutch province Gelderland's best footballer of all time.

On Wednesday, 24th July 2019

Annual Open Day on Thursday Wed 24th Jul 2019 22:31
Town’s annual Open Day takes place this Thursday at Portman Road.

U23s Win at Lowestoft Wed 24th Jul 2019 22:25
Town's U23s continued their pre-season preparations with a 2-1 victory away against Lowestoft Town on Wednesday evening thanks to goals from trialist Harrison Myring and skipper Aaron Drinan.

U23s at Lowestoft Wed 24th Jul 2019 14:27
The Blues’ U23s will continue their pre-season programme this evening when the take on Lowestoft Town at their Amber Dew Events Stadium (KO 7.30pm).

Nydam Facing Six Months Out Wed 24th Jul 2019 14:22
Midfielder or full-back Tristan Nydam is expected to be out for six months having broken his right ankle and suffered ligament damage at Notts County last night.

Boots2Africa at Open Day Wed 24th Jul 2019 11:02
Local charity Boots2Africa will be returning to Portman Road for Thursday’s Open Day with their bootbin at the SLO hub in the FanZone.

U18s Draw at Felixstowe & Walton Wed 24th Jul 2019 00:37
New scholar Michael Bareck was on target as Town’s U18s drew 1-1 with Felixstowe & Walton at the Goldstar Ground, the Blues youngsters ending the game with 10 men following Nyan Mesuria’s red card.

Huws Continues Comeback With First 90 Minutes at Notts County Wed 24th Jul 2019 00:11
Blues boss Paul Lambert was pleased to see Emyr Huws play the full 90 minutes at Notts County, the midfielder’s first full game for the senior side since the final day of the 2016/17 campaign.

On Tuesday, 24th July 2018

Hurst: Derby Waghorn Interest News to Me But We've Had a Conversation Tue 24th Jul 2018 22:55
Town manager Paul Hurst has refused to fuel the growing speculation linking Martyn Waghorn with a move to Derby County, although he admitted that he has “had a conversation” with the sought-after frontman.

Derby in "Advanced Talks" for Waghorn Tue 24th Jul 2018 21:55
Derby County are reportedly in “advanced talks” regarding Blues striker Martyn Waghorn, who was an unused sub in this evening’s 1-0 friendly victory away against the MK Dons. TWTD revealed that the Rams were interested in signing the 28-year-old a fortnight ago.

MK Dons 0-1 Ipswich Town - Match Report Tue 24th Jul 2018 21:43
Freddie Sears’ 57th-minute penalty at Stadium MK earned Town a third consecutive 1-0 win in their most convincing performance of pre-season to date. This looked far closer to the ferocious pressing and bright, positive approach Paul Hurst has been preaching and perhaps the only complaint will be that they did not create more clear chances to add to the winning goal, which came about after the impressive Grant Ward had been fouled by George Williams early in the second half.

MK Dons 0-0 Ipswich Town - Half-Time Tue 24th Jul 2018 20:36
Town’s friendly with MK Dons remains goalless at half-time, although Paul Hurst will take encouragement from a bright, positive half in which his team pressed ferociously at times and showed plenty of intent in possession.

Harrison and Knudsen Start at MK Dons Tue 24th Jul 2018 19:15
New signing Ellis Harrison starts for Town in their penultimate pre-season friendly at MK Dons (kick-off 7.45pm), while Jonas Knudsen is also named in the side after returning from his post-World Cup break, with Martyn Waghorn among the subs.

McGoldrick Joins Blades Tue 24th Jul 2018 17:12
Sheffield United have confirmed the signing of released Blues striker David McGoldrick following a trial.

Knudsen and Harrison in Town Squad Facing MK Dons Tue 24th Jul 2018 15:04
Full-back Jonas Knudsen will make his return to action with the Blues in this evening’s penultimate friendly away against the MK Dons (KO 7.45pm), while new signing Ellis Harrison will make his first appearance in a Town shirt.

Why Not Try Something a Bit More Unconventional? - Leeds Pre-Season Report Tue 24th Jul 2018 14:00
In the third of a series of pre-season reports, HarryFromBath assesses the mood around the Championship clubs by delving into their forums, looking here at how things have progressed at Elland Road this summer. All of the teams in the division will be covered between now and the start of the season.

A Season of Mid-Table Mediocrity Awaits Us - Hull Pre-Season Report Tue 24th Jul 2018 12:00
In the second of a series of pre-season reports, HarryFromBath assesses the mood around the Championship clubs by delving into their forums, looking here at how things have progressed for the Tigers this summer. A report on Leeds United will follow later today with all of the teams in the division covered between now and the start of the season.

It’s Not Progressive Football, It’s Tony Pulis - Middlesbrough Pre-Season Report Tue 24th Jul 2018 10:30
In the first of a series of pre-season reports, HarryFromBath assesses the mood around the Championship clubs by delving into their forums, looking here at how things have progressed for the Teessiders this summer. Reports on Hull City and Leeds United will follow later today with the rest of the teams in the division covered between now and the start of the season.

Hurst Wants More Positive Mentality From Town Tue 24th Jul 2018 06:00
Blues boss Paul Hurst says he wants to see a more positive approach from his players, believing that they sometimes seem a little “fearful” and that there may be a “little bit of a hangover” from last season. Town visit the MK Dons for their penultimate pre-season friendly this evening (KO 7.45pm).

On Monday, 24th July 2017

Town Name EACH as Shirt Charity Mon 24th Jul 2017 15:25
Town have announced that East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) will be the charity whose name will appear on the back of the players' shirts during the season ahead.

Boots2Africa Donation Event at Town Open Day Mon 24th Jul 2017 11:50
Boots2Africa will be holding a preloved football boot donation event at Thursday’s open day at Portman Road.

Town Announce Squad Numbers for 2017/18 Mon 24th Jul 2017 11:06
Town have announced their squad numbers for the 2017/18 campaign.

On Friday, 24th July 2015

Clarke on Target for Pompey Fri 24th Jul 2015 21:23
Town centre-half Matt Clarke played the full 90 minutes and scored as Portsmouth beat Woking 2-0 at Kingfield in a friendly this evening. The 18-year-old headed home the second goal from a corner in the 32nd minute.

Clarke Starting for Pompey Fri 24th Jul 2015 19:31
Blues defender Matt Clarke is starting his second friendly for Portsmouth at Woking this evening.

Club Defend Mascot Charge Fri 24th Jul 2015 18:39
Town have defended their decision to charge home matchday mascots more than £200 from the start of the new season.

U21s Friendly Off Fri 24th Jul 2015 16:54
Tonight’s U21s friendly at Bishop’s Stortford has been called off due to a waterlogged pitch.

Clarke Loan Talks Ongoing Fri 24th Jul 2015 11:56
Town and Portsmouth are continuing to discuss Matt Clarke’s proposed loan move to the League Two side.

U21s and U18s in Action Fri 24th Jul 2015 11:06
Town’s U21s are in action against Vanarama National League South side Bishop's Stortford in a friendly at their ProKit UK Stadium this evening (KO 7.45pm).

Notes for the New Season - Part Three: Burnley, Blackburn and Preston Fri 24th Jul 2015 11:00
In the third of a series of pre-season reports, HarryfromBath assesses the mood around the Championship clubs by delving into their forums. The spotlight falls today on the East Lancashire valley when we look how things are progressing at Burnley, Blackburn Rovers and Preston North End.

Top Finisher Pitman Off to Great Start Fri 24th Jul 2015 06:00
Boss Mick McCarthy is delighted with the start striker Brett Pitman has made to his time with the Blues. The 27-year-old joined Town on a free transfer from AFC Bournemouth last month and has scored four goals in the Blues’ first three pre-season games.

On Thursday, 24th July 2014

U21s Now Face Coggeshall as U18s Take on Southend Thu 24th Jul 2014 20:50
Town will now be fielding an U21 side in Saturday’s friendly away against Coggeshall Town (KO 2pm) with the U18s facing Southend at Playford Road (KO 11am).

Town Miss Out on Category One Thu 24th Jul 2014 16:09
Town have failed in their application to upgrade their academy to category one status. The club was told earlier today that it had missed the required 75 per cent mark in April's audit by just 0.3 per cent.

McCarthy Almost Knows Opening Day Team Thu 24th Jul 2014 09:17
Boss Mick McCarthy has a good idea of the team which will start against Fulham at home on the opening day of the season, but says other players can still force their way into his plans with several making a case for their inclusion during last night’s 3-0 friendly victory at Colchester.

On Wednesday, 24th July 2013

Chopra Undergoes Medical Wed 24th Jul 2013 21:54
Striker Michael Chopra has revealed that he completed a medical this afternoon with Blackpool the club involved. Yesterday, boss Mick McCarthy confirmed that the 29-year-old was in talks with another club after he was absent from the squad at Colchester.

Manchester United Midfielder Linked Wed 24th Jul 2013 20:16
Town and Brighton are reported to have made approaches to Manchester United regarding the loan of midfielder Ryan Tunnicliffe. The 20-year-old is believed to be available for loan once again having spent time at Peterborough United during 2011/12 and at Barnsley last season.

Summer Multi-Sports Camp Wed 24th Jul 2013 16:08
Footstars Football Coaching are looking for players for their children’s Summer Multi-Sports Camp at Northgate Sports Centre during August. The sports include football, cricket, rounders, handball, tag rugby and more.

McCarthy: Doherty Has a Real Chance Wed 24th Jul 2013 14:44
Town boss Mick McCarthy says new signing Jack Doherty was far from overawed when he trained with the Blues squad at Carton House in Kildare earlier this month. In fact, he says the 18-year-old stood out.

Chopra Linked With Blackpool Move Wed 24th Jul 2013 10:20
Town striker Michael Chopra is reportedly set to sign for Blackpool. The 29-year-old, previously mentioned in connection with Barnsley and Sheffield Wednesday, was missing from last night’s squad for the friendly at Colchester with manager Mick McCarthy confirming that he was in talks with a club.

On Tuesday, 24th July 2012

Villa Linked With £3.5m Move for Cresswell Tue 24th Jul 2012 23:05
Aston Villa are looking to sign Town left-back Aaron Cresswell for a fee of £3.5 million, according to reports. The 22-year-old was the Blues’ Player of the Year last season having signed from Tranmere last summer.

Braintree 0-1 Town XI Tue 24th Jul 2012 21:38
Nathan Ellington netted his first goal of pre-season as a Town XI beat Blue Square Bet Premier side Braintree 1-0 at Cressing Road. The home team will feel themselves unlucky not to have got something from the game having had the better of the chances and with Ellington’s 25-yard second-half strike having taken a big deflection.

U15s Draw With Watford at Milk Cup Tue 24th Jul 2012 16:01
Town’s U15s drew 1-1 with Watford in their final group match at the Northern Ireland Milk Cup this afternoon.

Luongo Can't Wait to Get Started Tue 24th Jul 2012 10:44
New loan signing Massimo Luongo says he can’t wait to get going with the Blues. The 19-year-old Tottenham midfielder signed a year-long loan with Town yesterday and also put pen to paper on a new contract with Spurs tying him to the Premier League side until 2014.

On Sunday, 24th July 2011

Town Closing in On Stockdale Sun 24th Jul 2011 22:36
Fulham keeper David Stockdale looks set to become Town’s sixth signing of the summer with talks regarding his season-long loan having continued over the weekend. On Friday, Blues boss Paul Jewell revealed that he was hoping to make two signings by Monday, one a loanee and one a permanent addition, believed to be Arsenal striker or wideman Jay Emmanuel-Thomas.

Town Watch Scottish Striker Sun 24th Jul 2011 10:50
Town were amongst a number of English clubs watching Motherwell beat Terry Butcher’s Inverness Caledonian Thistle 3-0 at Fir Park yesterday with 21-year-old striker Jamie Murphy believed to be the reason for their trip north of the border. Spurs, Stoke, Wolves, West Brom, Birmingham, Brighton and Watford were also represented as the SPL season got under way.

On Saturday, 24th July 2010

Town Linked With Ex-Manchester United Keeper Sat 24th Jul 2010 23:33
Town have held talks with former Manchester United keeper Roy Carroll, according to one of Sunday's tabloids. The 32-year-old, who is currently with Odense BK in Denmark, played alongside Blues boss Roy Keane at Old Trafford.

Yao On Trial at West Ham Sat 24th Jul 2010 17:41
Former Town midfielder Devann Yao is on trial with West Ham and scored a goal as a Hammers XI lost 4-2 to League Two Burton Albion at the Pirelli Stadium this afternoon. The American was released by Town at the end of the season.

Assistant Appointment on Back Burner Sat 24th Jul 2010 11:24
Boss Roy Keane says adding an assistant manager to his staff has been put on the back burner. The Blues manager announced that he was looking for a new deputy at the end of last season.

Bruce Set to Complete Sheffield United Switch Sat 24th Jul 2010 10:24
Central defender Alex Bruce is believed to have travelled to Yorkshire last night to formalise his move to Sheffield United. TWTD first broke the news of Bruce’s switch to the Blades on Monday.

Kennedy at Town on Friday Sat 24th Jul 2010 09:52
Cardiff City left-back Mark Kennedy is understood to have been at Portman Road yesterday to talk personal terms and to undergo a medical. As reported last night, Town and the Bluebirds are believed to have agreed a £75,000 fee for the 34-year-old ex-Ireland international.

On Friday, 24th July 2009

Keane: Fab a Great Servamt Fri 24th Jul 2009 20:09
Boss Roy Keane hailed Saturday's Fabian Wilnis testimonial is a great tribute to a fine servant to the club and says he will be treating the game itself as a serious part of Town's pre-season programme.

Fab's Big Day Finally Arrives Fri 24th Jul 2009 19:00
Testimonial man Fabian Wilnis says he can't wait for his big day to finally come. Saturday sees the Dutchman's long-awaited testimonial with a first team game against Colchester (KO 2pm) and a half-time mini-match involving Town greats of the past.

Healy: Town Move Came Out of the Blue Fri 24th Jul 2009 18:46
New Town signing Colin Healy says his move to Portman Road came completely out of the Blue. Healy seemed destined to leave Cork City for Hartlepool until the Blues made a late swoop for the 29-year-old former Irish international.

Healy Capture Confirmed Fri 24th Jul 2009 13:55
As TWTD reported last night, Town have completed the capture of Cork City's influential midfielder Colin Healy. He signs a two-year deal but the fee remains undisclosed.

Fee Agreed for Pablo Fri 24th Jul 2009 12:15
Swansea City have announced that they have agreed an undisclosed fee with Town for Pablo Couñago, and has been confirmed by Town boss Roy Keane.

TWTD Questionnaire 2008/09 Results Online Fri 24th Jul 2009 10:53
TWTD's annual poll of Town supporters, the TWTD Questionnaire attracted a record number of respondents this year. Our 2008/09 survey was filled in by 1,548 fans, around 200 up on last year, although not everyone answered every question, with the results going live today.

Northern Ireland Branch AGM Fri 24th Jul 2009 09:30
The Northern Ireland Branch of the Supporters Club are holding their AGM at Pickie Bowling Club, Bangor on Thursday 6th August at 8pm.

Pablo Again Linked With Swans, Colchester With Lisbie, While Blues Chase Charlton Midfielder Fri 24th Jul 2009 09:02
It increasingly appears that Swansea City are the indeed club to have made an offer to Town for one of their strikers and that Pablo Couñago is the frontman involved in the deal. TWTD first reported the Swans interest in the Spaniard yesterday.

On Thursday, 24th July 2008

Tiptree United 0-5 Town Reserves Thu 24th Jul 2008 23:24
A strong Town reserve side defeated Tiptree United 5-0 at their Chapel Road ground on Thursday evening. Jordan Rhodes netted twice in the first half with Alex Bruce, Jack Ainsley and Billy Clarke scoring after the break, although Town should have won by many, many more.

Naked Sportscast Obscure Sports Special Now Online Thu 24th Jul 2008 17:23
Fans of the sport of ultimate frisbee should not miss the latest edition of The Naked Sportscast. The game got a lengthy mention when Phil P and the Vulture were joined on their obscure sports special by TWTD regular Graham Blackburn and Rowena Mackie.

Town Name Strong Squad for Tiptree Trip Thu 24th Jul 2008 17:00
As expected, Town have named a strong squad for this evening's game at Tiptree United (KO 7.45pm). Alex Bruce, Richard Naylor, Velice Sumulikoski and Jaime Peters are amongst those with first team experience.

Colgan Joins Sunderland Thu 24th Jul 2008 12:48
Released Town keeper Nick Colgan has made a surprise move to Premier League Sunderland. Colgan, who failed to make a single appearance for the Blues, had previously been on trial at League Two Bradford City.

McAuley Honoured to Wear Armband Thu 24th Jul 2008 12:40
Central defender Gareth McAuley says wearing Town's captain's armband at Gillingham last night was a great honour. The Northern Irish international is favourite to succeed Jason De Vos as the Blues' full-time skipper when the season starts on August 9th.

Charisteas Holds Stoke Talks Thu 24th Jul 2008 10:25
Town target Angelos Charisteas's agents are reported to have held talks with Stoke City manager Tony Pulis after the Potters' 1-0 defeat to Nuremberg in Austria on Tuesday. Charisteas netted the winning goal in that game and appears to have impressed Pulis with his performance.

Garvan in No Hurry But Happy Thu 24th Jul 2008 08:56
Midfielder Owen Garvan says he is in no hurry to have his future resolved. The Irishman is still to sign a new deal with Town, his representatives having asked for some amendments to the terms offered at the end of last season aimed at keeping the 20-year-old at Portman Road until 2011.

No Deal for Hubnik Thu 24th Jul 2008 08:41
Town boss Jim Magilton says he will not be looking to sign Czech trialist Roman Hubnik. The 24-year-old played in last night's game at Gillingham but failed to impress the Blues manager.

On Tuesday, 24th July 2007

Crawley 1-5 Town Tue 24th Jul 2007 23:26
Town ran out 5-1 winners at the Broadfield Stadium against Blue Square Premier League outfit Crawley Town. A hat-trick from Tommy Miller and two from Alan Lee saw off Crawley in a fairly bad-tempered clash.

Duo Would Cost Cash Tue 24th Jul 2007 12:58
Town will have to pay fees if they want to sign either of their two current trialists. César Navas, 27, still has a year left on his Málaga contract, while ArsÃ¨ne Menessou, 19, has been released by Le Havre but, as he is below 24 years of age, compensation would be due to the French second division club.

Smith in England Squad Tue 24th Jul 2007 12:41
Academy defender Tommy Smith has been named in the England squad for the FIFA U17 World Cup in Korea next month. Town striker Jordan Rhodes was also named in the provisional squad but has been left out of the final 21-man travelling party.

Peters Back Tue 24th Jul 2007 09:56
Winger Jaime Peters is back at Portman Road and trained for the first time yesterday after being given extra time off after competing for Canada in the FIFA U20 World Cup.

On Monday, 24th July 2006

De Vos: Youngsters Vital Mon 24th Jul 2006 16:44
New skipper Jason De Vos has emphasised the importance of Town's young players in the season ahead. The 32-year-old has taken over the captaincy from boss Jim Magilton.

Trio Return to Training Mon 24th Jul 2006 15:23
Owen Garvan, Gavin Williams and Alan Lee are all back in full training after missing the pre-season tour of Holland and Belgium. Garvan has been out with shingles and tendinitis, the latter a problem which has also beset Williams, while Lee underwent surgery for a groin injury in the summer.

Scowy Set for Palace Mon 24th Jul 2006 14:36
Former Blue James Scowcroft is set to join Crystal Palace and line-up against Town in Portman Road's 2006/07 opener on August 5th. The 30-year-old forward is undergoing a medical at Selhurst Park, the Eagles having agreed a £500,000 fee with Coventry City and will sign a three-year contract.

On Sunday, 24th July 2005

Rogers Linked Sun 24th Jul 2005 21:05
Nottingham Forest left-back Alan Rogers has been linked with a move to the Blues. Rogers has been made available on a free transfer by Forest manager Gary Megson despite having two years left on his current contract.

DiósgyÃµri 1-0 Town Sun 24th Jul 2005 19:37
Town lost their second and final match of their Hungarian tour 1-0 to DiósgyÃµri in Miskolc on Sunday evening. The Blues fielded a more experimental side than they did against Ãšjpest in the opening game on Friday.

On Saturday, 24th July 2004

Leeds Back in for Bart? Sat 24th Jul 2004 21:43
Leeds United are reported to be showing renewed interest in released Town midfielder Chris Bart-Williams. Earlier in the summer the Sierra Leone-born player turned down the chance to move to Elland Road.

Three in Irish Action Sat 24th Jul 2004 21:31
Academy trio Billy Clarke, Cathal Lordan and Michael Synnott were all in the Ireland U18 side which drew 2-2 with the hosts in their final game of the Falkenberg tournament in Sweden on Saturday afternoon.

Premier Defender on Way Sat 24th Jul 2004 16:52
Town manager Joe Royle says he expects to sign a Premiership defender on a season-long loan later this week. The Blues lost central defender John McGreal and full-back Chris Makin over the summer, adding only Jason De Vos to the squad.

Town 2-1 Palace Sat 24th Jul 2004 15:11
Town continued their improved pre-season form with a 2-1 win over newly promoted Premiership side Crystal Palace. The Blues went ahead in the fourth minute through Drissa Diallo before Shaun Derry put the visitors back on terms. Dean Bowditch netted the winner just before half time.

U14s Win in Iceland Sat 24th Jul 2004 11:13
Town's U14 side has won their group at the Rey Cup tournament in Iceland. The Blues won the competition last season and look on course to repeat their success.

On Thursday, 24th July 2003

No McGreal at Hadleigh Thu 24th Jul 2003 14:06
Town defender John McGreal will not be in action for the reserves at Hadleigh tonight, however there is better news concerning young left-back Matt Richards.

Thomas Not Concerned Thu 24th Jul 2003 13:40
Targeted defender or midfielder Thomas GaardsÃ¸e says he isn't too bothered by the speculation about him. Yesterday it emerged that West Brom had had an offer for the Dane turned down and they are expected to return with another bid.

New Keeper is Davis Thu 24th Jul 2003 12:25
Town's new goalkeeper is set to be Wimbledon's Kelvin Davis. The 26-year-old Bedford-born stopper has been in talks with Joe Royle today and looks almost certain to make the move to Portman Road.

Keeper Named Today? Thu 24th Jul 2003 10:09
Town boss Joe Royle says he will release the name of the club's new keeper once the deal is done and dusted. Royle kept schtum on the player's identity throughout the tour despite several journalists plying him with potential names.

On Wednesday, 24th July 2002

Two Win Welsh Caps Wed 24th Jul 2002 23:41
Town youngsters Lewis Price and Lee Beevers both won Welsh U19 caps as their side drew 1-1 with the hosts in the Northern Ireland Milk Cup Tournament at Coleraine's Rugby Avenue this evening.

Sheepy on Season Tickets Wed 24th Jul 2002 23:05
Town will have 18,500 season tickets for the season ahead, just 1,000 down on last year. Blues' chairman David Sheepshanks hailed the total as a "vote of confidence" as the club seeks promotion at the first attempt.

Wright Another Injury Wed 24th Jul 2002 23:03
Jermaine Wright is another addition to Town's injury list. The midfielder has a sore thigh. Wright missed this evening's 2-1 win against Bristol Rovers.

Bristol Rovers 1-2 Town Wed 24th Jul 2002 22:03
Town gained the first win of their pre-season campaign via a last minute goal from Darren Bent at the Hand Stadium, Clevedon. Town's youngsters won the Blues the game after Bristol Rovers had gone ahead.

Hreidarsson on Way? Wed 24th Jul 2002 17:12
Hermann Hreidarsson's agent is reported to have said that the Icelandic defender could leave Portman Road before the start of the new season.

Forrest Town Testimonial Wed 24th Jul 2002 15:27
Town will stage a testimonial for former keeper Craig Forrest in the new season. The 34-year-old Canadian keeper has been advised to retire from the game after last season receiving treatment for testicular cancer.

Wright Move Complete Wed 24th Jul 2002 15:25
Ex-Town keeper Richard Wright has completed his move from Arsenal to Everton. Wright will cost the Toffees £3.5 million rising to £4.5 million on appearances.

Brown Joins Injury List Wed 24th Jul 2002 12:28
Wayne Brown is the latest addition to Town's injury list and will miss tonight's friendly at Bristol Rovers. The central defender, who is yet to sign an extension to his contract, has a hamstring problem.

Webster on Wright Wed 24th Jul 2002 12:26
Town keeper coach Malcolm Webster says that Richard Wright is likely to have become fed-up with sitting on the bench when at Arsenal. The former Town keeper is set to make a £3.5m move to Everton in the next day or so.

Season Tickets Imminent Wed 24th Jul 2002 11:27
Town have announced that season ticket holders should receive their tickets in the next seven days. The club have processed 90% of applications and all adult tickets have been posted with senior citizen, under-20s and under-16s tickets to follow.

Tickets From Club Shops Wed 24th Jul 2002 09:20
Town have announced that the club shops in Bury St Edmunds and the Buttermarket will sell match tickets this season. Celta Vigo tickets arecurrently available.

On Tuesday, 24th July 2001

Squad for Braintree Tue 24th Jul 2001 15:47
Tow have named the squad which travels to Braintree tomorrow evening for Russell Tanner's testimonial. The game was postponed due to rain at the end of last season.

Town Shirts on Display at Pool Tue 24th Jul 2001 14:37
A wall at Hartlepool United now proudly bears a new Ipswich Town shirt after new signing Tommy Miller 'donated' some to his old club. Miller signed from Hartlepool for £800,000 plus the usual extras last week and has already scored his first goal in a Blues' shirt.

Finidi Talks Continue Tue 24th Jul 2001 12:19
Reports this afternoon suggest that Town could be facing competition for the signature of Finidi George. Town are continuing negotiations with Finidi's representatives, but at least one other club is thought to be interested.

More on Finidi Tue 24th Jul 2001 10:13
Finidi George has said that he will give a move to Town "a thought", although he is continuing to insist he knows nothing about the proposed transfer to Portman Road. Speaking in the Spanish press today the Mallorca player said he was happy where he is but that all offers must be considered.

Finidi Latest Tue 24th Jul 2001 09:17
George Burley said last night that Finidi George should know all about the Blues interest in him as Town have been negotiating with his agent. Finidi said yesterday that he knew nothing of Town's offer and that he would have to receive a "more important" offer if he was to leave Spain.

On Monday, 24th July 2000

News on Orient Game Mon 24th Jul 2000 14:14
Town's friendly at Leyton Orient next Wednesday (KO 7.45) will cost supporters £10 not £15 as originally advertised or £5 as subsequently reported. Town fans will be accommodated in the 1258 seater East Stand, South Wing. O's Chairman and friend of snooker players Barry Hearn welcomed Town fans to the fixture: "We are looking forward to welcoming the staff and fans of Ipswich Town Football Club to the Matchroom Stadium [ie Brisbane Road] and would like to wish them the very best of luck for the next season, in what will hopefully be the start of a very long and prosperous stay in the Premier League." The trip wil also give fans a look at Matt Lockwood, often mentioned in connection with Town last season.

Newsnet delays Mon 24th Jul 2000 14:14

Burley Denies Move For Latvian Mon 24th Jul 2000 11:42
George Burley has moved swiftly to quash newspaper reports claiming Town interest in Andre Rubens, described as the Latvian Ryan Giggs. He also said he had no interest in former Town trialist Russell Latapy of Hibs and reiterated his disinterest in Sheffield United's Marcus Bent.

On Saturday, 24th July 1999

Giffarna Sundsvall 1-1 Town Sat 24th Jul 1999 16:30
Town's Swedish tour came to an end last night with a 1-1 draw against Giffarna Sundsvall. David Johnson's goal drought also came to an end with the recently goal-shy striker netting after 59 minutes. Town man of the match was debutant Jermaine Wright, which is heartening to hear. Trialist Jonas Axeldahl also had another good game, although there is no news as yet of George Burley bringing him back to Portman Road for any further trial. Town team: R Wright, Wilnis, Clapham, Thetis (Niven 28 mins), Mowbray, Brown, Stockwell (Johnson 45), Holland (Friars 75), Axeldahl (Midgley 71), Scowcroft (Naylor 68), J Wright.