The move has divided fans and business in Ipswich with the club issuing the following statement: "Ipswich Town Football Club has, over several years, hosted representatives from a range of political parties. "Ipswich Town is proud to be an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming organisation that supports all members of the local and wider community. "Then it rolls out the red carpet and lets Nigel Farage turn Portman Road into a political photo op. Best of luck to Ipswich Town Football Club for the rest of the season. "Ipswich Town is proud to be an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming organisation that supports all members of the local and wider community.

Source: The Star March 25, 2026 16:34 UTC