Ipswich Town Defeats Bristol Rovers 3-0

Kalvin Phillips marked his return to form by scoring his first goal since December 2023, helping Ipswich Town secure a 3-0 victory over Bristol Rovers in the FA Cup third round. Phillips' curled effort opened the scoring, and further goals from Jack Clarke and Jack Taylor followed before halftime. Despite dominating early on, Ipswich missed a chance to extend their lead when Ali Al-Hamadi failed to convert a penalty after a handball. The match highlighted Ipswich's superior quality, with their pressing game forcing numerous errors from the Rovers' defense. Taylor's goal, which appeared to be offside, was allowed as VAR was not in use. Ipswich's relentless performance continued into the second half, though they ultimately settled for a three-goal win.