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Young Blues suffer cup defeat – but key player returns from injury

Ipswich Town U21s were beaten 1-0 by Coventry City in the Premier League Cup at Leamington FC last night.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 9:15 AM
Young Blues suffer cup defeat – but key player returns from injury
Key Things to Know
  • Ipswich Town U21s lost 1-0 to Coventry City in the Premier League Cup, while Tommy Taylor returned from injury.
  • Coventry's Oscar Jorgensen scored the winning goal in the 65th minute from a rebound.
  • Forward Tommy Taylor made his return to action as a substitute after missing the season start injured.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ipswich Town U21s suffered a 1-0 defeat against Coventry City in the Premier League Cup at Leamington FC. Following a scoreless first half, Coventry's Oscar Jorgensen netted the decisive rebound goal in the 65th minute after an initial save by Ipswich goalkeeper George Barrett.

Despite the loss, forward Tommy Taylor returned to action as a 62nd-minute substitute after missing the start of the season through injury. The defeat leaves John McGreal's side third in Group H, behind West Brom on goal difference, with an upcoming match scheduled against Aldershot Town.

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