Returning to the Premier League for the first time in 22 years will bring many firsts to Ipswich, one of which will come this weekend with Fulham's visit to Portman Road.
It has been a hard start for the Tractor Boys on their return to top-flight football. They have lost to Liverpool and Man City and been knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two Wimbledon.
Ipswich started well against Liverpool and gave them a tough first half, but in the second half, they struggled to keep the intensity and got picked apart by the Red's quality.
Against Man City, Sammie Szmodics got the opener just seven minutes into his first Premier League start, but ten minutes later, the game was out of reach.
The Blues will have learned from their opening two games and will want to pick up their first points on their return to the Premier League.
Fulham had a solid start to the season, with a decent performance against Manchester United followed by a dominant win against newly promoted Leicester.
This game gives the Cottagers a new challenge. Ipswich will look to put pressure on them high up the pitch, which could create many opportunities on the counter.
The Whites record signing Emile Smith Rowe has had a great start to life at his new club, scoring his first goal in an excellent display against Leicester.
Fulham will be hoping to repeat last season's 3-1 win at Portman Road in the Carabao Cup.
Rodrigo Muniz will also be looking to repeat his heroics in this fixture after a slow start to the season where the striker seems unable to hit the back of the net.
Team news:
Ipswich will be without George Hirst and Nathan Broadhead for another month while the attackers recover from their injuries.
Harry Clarke, Janoi Donacien and Wes Burns also look set to be absent from the game. Burns will be a particularly missed as the Tractor Boys lack options down the right hand side and could do with his experience in the side.
Since the large defeat away at Man City, Ipswich have added to the squad, with Jack Clarke, Dara O'Shea, and Chiedozie Ogbene joining. These additions could make their league debuts against Fulham.
O'Shea and Ogbene, along with teammate Szmodics, were announced as part of the Republic of Ireland squad for the upcoming fixtures.
Fulham have no injury issues to worry about, allowing them to have a smooth start to the season. This could see them name the same lineup for the third game in a row.
The Whites have also been busy in the market, bringing in Joachim Andersen and Sander Berge, who will be trying to force their way into the team after their big-money moves and solid performances against Birmingham.
Likely lineups:
Ipswich (4-2-3-1)
Muric; Johnson, Woolfenden, Greaves, Davis; Morsy, Luongo; Clarke, Szmodics, Hutchinson; Delap
Fulham (4-2-3-1)
Leno; Tete, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Lukic, Pereira; Traore, Smith Rowe, Iwobi; Muniz
Key Players:
Ipswich - Sammie Szmodics
After a great season in the championship last season, Szmodics finally got his premier league move with Ipswich.
The attacking midfielder has already scored four goals this season in four games, starting where he left off.
The Ireland international scored in his first Premier League start away at the champions and seems likely to fit in well at this level.
He will be crucial to Ipswich's success this season, as his goals become even more important without a dependable number nine.
Fulham - Adama Traore
After a tough season last year, during which his only start came in the last game against Luton, Adama Traore has started the season as Fulham's first-choice right winger.
The Spaniard has always struggled with end product but has looked very lively this season, getting an assist against Leicester and being the main threat away against Man United.
This game is perfect for Adama, as he could have lots of space behind the defence, as they like to push high.
Mohamed Salah caught out Leif Davis in the opener as he spun in behind him, which could be something Fulham look to exploit.
Match Details:
Where is the game being played?
The game will take place at the home of Ipswich, Portman Road.
What time is kick-off?
The game will kick off at 15:00 BST.
Where can I watch?
Due to the blackout, the game will not be available on TV, but highlights will be on Match Of The Day at 22:00 BST.
