Historic Triumph: Ipswich Wins in the Premier League for the First Time in 8,240 Days

Following an unexpected second-place finish in the Championship last season, Ipswich Town returned to the Premier League after a long absence. But only today did the team manage to thrill their fans with their first victory of the season.

Details: In the 11th round of the Premier League, Ipswich pulled off a surprise 2-1 away win against Tottenham. First-half goals came from summer signings Sam Szmodics and Liam Delap, putting “the Tractor Boys” ahead.

This win marks Ipswich’s first Premier League victory since April 20, 2002, when they defeated Middlesbrough 1-0. That gap spans 22 years, 6 months, and 21 days, or exactly 8,240 days.

This win also lifts Ipswich out of the relegation zone, bringing them to 8 points.

Reminder: Late last month, Ipswich defender Harry Clarke matched a rare Premier League anti-record by scoring an own goal, conceding a penalty, and receiving a red card in a single match.