Ipswich comeback sends Southampton to play-offs as automatic race goes to final day
TL;DR
Ipswich's late equaliser against Southampton ended the Saints' hopes for automatic promotion, resulting in a 2-2 draw. The race for the Premier League now goes to the final day.
Key points
- Ipswich equalized late to end Southampton's promotion hopes
- Match ended in a 2-2 draw at St Mary's
- Ipswich is a point clear of Millwall and two clear of Middlesbrough
Jack Clarke struck a late equaliser for Ipswich to end Southampton's automatic-promotion dream in an enthralling 2-2 draw, which will take the race for the Premier League to the final day.
An explosive second half at St Mary's had seen Wes Burns put Ipswich ahead, before Ryan Manning and Cyle Larin turned the game on its head for the Saints.
Southampton knew they needed a victory to take their charge towards second into the final day, but Clarke's late goal knocked them out of the race.
Ipswich are now a point clear of Millwall and two clear of Middlesbrough heading into Saturday's lunchtime finale, with every game live on Sky.
Millwall are at home to already-relegated Oxford United while Middlesbrough head to Wrexham, who need a result themselves to book a place in the play-offs.
Saints will be in the play-offs and they face Preston on Saturday.
Also See:
Potential key games in the promotion race on final-day at 12.30pm on Saturday (all live on Sky)
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Millwall vs Oxford
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Ipswich vs QPR
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Wrexham vs Middlesbrough
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Q&A
What was the final score of the Ipswich vs Southampton match?
The final score was 2-2, with Ipswich equalizing late in the game.
How did Ipswich's draw affect Southampton's promotion chances?
The draw eliminated Southampton's chances for automatic promotion, forcing them into the play-offs.
What do Ipswich need to secure their position heading into the final day?
Ipswich need to maintain their lead over Millwall and Middlesbrough, as they are currently a point clear of Millwall and two points clear of Middlesbrough.