Ipswich Town vs Nottingham Forest Billets

When and where the match kicks off

Ipswich Town welcome Nottingham Forest to Portman Road on Friday 23 October 2026, with kick-off at 20:00. The fixture is a Premier League match between two clubs with contrasting recent trajectories in the English top flight.

Ipswich Town Tickets for home Premier League fixtures continue to draw strong local demand, and a Friday-night slot against Forest gives supporters an early start to the weekend's football.

Why this fixture matters in the Premier League

Both Ipswich Town and Nottingham Forest are competing in the Premier League, where home form at grounds like Portman Road can be decisive over the course of a long season. Ipswich will be keen to make their return to the top flight count in front of their own supporters, while Forest travel to East Anglia looking to build on their own recent Premier League experience.

Fixtures against fellow Premier League sides carry extra weight for a club like Ipswich, who know that points picked up against direct rivals in and around the table often prove pivotal come the final weeks of the season.

Choosing where to sit at Portman Road

Portman Road is one of the more traditional grounds in the Premier League, with stands set close to the pitch and a reputation for a tight, atmospheric crowd.

• Seats in the home end offer the loudest backing for Ipswich supporters
• Side stands provide the clearest sightlines across the full pitch
• Away fans travelling with Forest are allocated their own section within the ground

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What else is coming up for both clubs

Ipswich Town's Premier League run either side of this game includes a home fixture against Fulham at Portman Road and an away trip to Manchester City, shown on the Ipswich Town vs Fulham page.

Nottingham Forest have their own set of fixtures either side of this match, including a home game against Arsenal and an away trip to Crystal Palace, detailed on the Crystal Palace vs Nottingham Forest page.

Getting ready for matchday

Ipswich is well connected by train from London and the wider East of England, making Portman Road a straightforward away trip for Forest's travelling supporters. A Friday evening kick-off means fans should factor in earlier travel plans than for a typical weekend fixture.

With both clubs' Premier League status still being established at this level, demand for a competitive fixture like this can build steadily, so comparing prices in good time is worthwhile for anyone hoping to be at Portman Road on the night.