The short, factual Ipswich Town story: when the club began, what is in the trophy cabinet, the ground, the owners and the records that matter, checked against the club's own history and framed as of summer 2026.
The beginning
Ipswich Town were founded in 1878. Founded in 1878, playing at Broomhill Park before making Portman Road home in 1884. Fans know the club as the Tractor Boys, a nod to their rural Suffolk roots.
Honours
As of summer 2026 the trophy cabinet holds 1 top-flight league title, 1 FA Cup, plus UEFA Cup 1981.
The ground
Ipswich Town play at Portman Road in Ipswich, their home since 1884. Planning a visit? The Portman Road guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.
Ownership
As of summer 2026, Ipswich Town are owned by Gamechanger 20 Ltd, a US-backed group with Bright Path Sports Partners and Ed Sheeran among investors.
A record worth knowing
Ipswich were never beaten at home in European competition, unbeaten in all 31 UEFA ties at Portman Road.