Overview
- Jaden Philogene put Ipswich ahead before Jacob Greaves headed a late winner, with Blackpool's Ashley Fletcher scoring a stoppage-time penalty.
- Kieran McKenna made seven changes, handing Wes Burns his first start since injury and naming Ashley Young captain as Alex Palmer returned in goal.
- Ipswich controlled McKenna's 200th match in charge with 31 shots, 14 corners and more than 70% possession at Portman Road.
- The victory sends Ipswich into the FA Cup fourth round for the fourth successive season.
- McKenna said before the tie the competition offered a helpful change of focus, while stressing the league remains the outstanding priority.