Conor Chaplin, a key figure for Ipswich Town, emphasized that the upcoming Championship clash with Leicester City is not being approached as a “free hit,” indicating the importance of the match for his team.

The Tractor Boys are set to face Leicester at the King Power Stadium in what is considered a significant fixture towards the top of the table. With Enzo Maresca’s City leading the Championship and Ipswich trailing seven points behind in third place, Leicester is anticipated to be the favored side on their home turf, especially considering their recent encounter at Portman Road on Boxing Day, which resulted in a 1-1 draw.

Chaplin underlined the significance of the upcoming match, expressing that Ipswich does not view the game as one where they have nothing to lose. He emphasized the team’s meticulous preparation and strong belief in their ability to compete against any opponent in the division.

Highlighting Ipswich’s potential, Chaplin pointed out their performance against Leicester on Boxing Day, expressing confidence in their ability to match top teams in the league. He acknowledged Leicester as the best team in the division, with a squad brimming with Premier League experience and players aiming to return to the top flight. Despite this, Chaplin conveyed the team’s determination to secure a positive result at Leicester’s home ground.

Overall, Chaplin’s comments underscore the team’s focused and determined mindset heading into the match against Leicester, rejecting the notion of approaching the game as a mere formality and highlighting Ipswich’s ambition to challenge and compete against the best teams in the league.