Ipswich Town return to Portman Road on Tuesday, 4 August for a pre-season friendly against French Ligue 1 side Le Havre, offering supporters an early look at the squad ahead of the new campaign.
Kick-off is set for 7.45pm, with tickets available through the club’s official ticketing site. Fans who have opted for NFC digital tickets for the fixture are being directed to guidance on the club’s website explaining how to download and use them, while print-at-home tickets remain an option for those who prefer a physical copy.
Reduced Capacity Due to Stadium Works
With redevelopment work ongoing around the ground, only two stands — the Cobbold Stand and the Sir Alf Ramsey Stand — will be open for the match. Supporters heading to either stand will find bars and food kiosks in operation, with pints available at a discounted £5 until 7pm.
The FanZone, usually a pre-match fixture for supporters, will not be open on the night. In its place, food vendors will be stationed in the Sir Alf Ramsey car park, giving fans an alternative spot to grab something to eat before kick-off.
Turnstiles are scheduled to open at 6.30pm, giving supporters roughly an hour to get into the ground, find their seats and grab refreshments before the match begins.
A Test Against Ligue 1 Opposition
The visit of Le Havre gives Ipswich a useful gauge of form against continental opposition before the Championship season gets under way in earnest. Facing a side with top-flight French football experience offers a different tactical test to the club’s usual pre-season fare against domestic opponents, and should give the coaching staff a clearer picture of where the squad stands physically and tactically.
For supporters attending, the club has published a full matchday guide covering ticketing, bag searches and safety procedures, the food and drink policy, and details of the Here2Help support team available on the night, alongside a dedicated matchday text number for fans needing assistance.
With the transfer window still open and pre-season fixtures offering a final chance to fine-tune combinations, Tuesday’s game against Le Havre represents one of the last opportunities for Ipswich’s management to run the rule over the squad before competitive action resumes.
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