Alright, there’s a few real nuggets to chew over before Ipswich host Sunderland – nothing fluffy, just the bits worth yakking about.
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Hume’s warning to Sunderland
Sunderland boss Hume has apparently sent a warning to his lads ahead of the Ipswich opener, hinting they shouldn’t take the visitors lightly.
2
Ipswich eyeing Sunderland’s spending record
There’s chatter that Ipswich might smash Sunderland’s record for most cash splashed by a promoted side, a lofty target if they can pull it off.
3
Le Bris sets Ipswich as target after Rennes win
After a comeback win over Rennes, manager Regis Le Bris has publicly named Ipswich as the next big target for Sunderland, adding a bit of spice to the fixture.
Where this comes from: every line above is pulled from an actual published report, with the source and date linked next to it. If nothing new and notable is being said about a fixture, we don't force a story just to fill the page.