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‘They pick the team, not me’ – O’Neil on having all 27 first teamers available

Ipswich Town manager Gary O'Neil has reminded his fully-fit squad that they all have big roles to play if the club is going to be successful in the Premier League this season.

By Stuart Watson · Ipswich Star

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 2:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Gary O'Neil warned Ipswich Town players they must earn their minutes amidst strong competition across a fully-fit squad.
All 27 first-team players are available for selection ahead of Saturday's fixture against Manchester City.
Azor Matusiwa and Jack Taylor have recovered from surgeries, while Abdul Fatawu has completed a one-game suspension.

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Ipswich Town manager Gary O'Neil addressed the intense competition for playing time across his fully-fit 27-man first-team squad ahead of Saturday's match against Manchester City. Following the return of Azor Matusiwa and Jack Taylor from summer surgeries and Abdul Fatawu from suspension, O'Neil reminded his players that their training performance ultimately dictates team selection.

O'Neil emphasized that navigating the Premier League campaign will require contributions from the entire squad, noting that injuries will inevitably test their depth later in the season. Ipswich Town enter the contest after securing a 2-1 home victory over Fulham.

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‘They pick the team, not me’ – O’Neil on having all 27 first teamers available

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