Sky Sports pundit Don Goodman found himself caught in a public exchange with Ipswich Town’s Luke Woolfenden, who took a dig at Goodman during the club’s celebratory parade after gaining promotion.

While speaking on a live interview as part of the club’s victory parade, the 25-year-old defender expressed his frustration with Goodman’s past criticisms and doubted the pundit’s predictions for their upcoming season. Woolfenden’s comments left Goodman surprised but unwavering.

Goodman, a well-known EFL pundit, responded to Woolfenden’s remarks, noting his confusion at the apparent animosity directed towards him and highlighting the positive relationships he maintains with others at the club. Despite feeling taken aback by Woolfenden’s comments, Goodman chose to respond with understanding and maturity.

In a statement to Football League World, Goodman reflected on the situation and extended well wishes to Woolfenden and the entire Ipswich Town team as they embark on their journey in the Premier League. He emphasized the importance of focusing on the joy of their accomplishments, rather than dwelling on perceived slights, urging Woolfenden to embrace the celebratory atmosphere with his teammates and loved ones.

With Ipswich Town facing a significant challenge moving up to the Premier League after back-to-back promotions, Goodman acknowledged the daunting road ahead for the club. While recognizing the team’s recent successes and the spirit within the squad, he emphasized the substantial leap in competition they will face in England’s top division.

The Ipswich squad allowed 57 goals in the competitive Championship season, ranking as the seventh best in the league. While this feat outperforms clubs such as Millwall and Sunderland, who fell short in the lower half of the standings, it signifies an area that demands improvement to compete in the Premier League.

Nonetheless, under the guidance of the exceptional young manager, Kieran McKenna, Ipswich holds promising potential. With shrewd recruitment efforts, there exists ample opportunity for Woolfenden and his fellow players to defy expectations and secure their place in the Premier League for the upcoming season.