Ipswich vs Newcastle: What time is kick off, what TV channel is it on and what is the latest team news?

NEWCASTLE travel to Portman Road looking to take a big step towards the Premier League.

But standing in their way is former Sunderland boss Mick McCarthy and his Ipswich side.

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Here’s everything you need to know as the Magpies take on the Tractor Boys in a match up between the two clubs closest to the late Sir Bobby Robson’s heart.

What time does Ipswich vs Newcastle kick-off?

Ipswich vs Newcastle will take place at 3pm at Portman Road.

Every Easter Monday Championship game will kick off at the same time, except for the two televised games.

Keep up to date with all the latest EFL news as the promotion race hots up

Fulham vs Aston Villa starts at 2.45pm and Derby vs Huddersfield at 5pm.

What TV channel is Ipswich vs Newcastle on?

In a rare occurrence, Newcastle fans will not be able to watch their team on the box this afternoon.

Sky Sports have opted against screening the Magpies’ match after broadcasting their fixture at home to Leeds on Friday night.

But you can keep up to date with all the latest action on the SunSport live blog.

What is the latest team news?

Ipswich have named an unchanged side for the visit of Newcastle.

But Rafa Benitez has chosen former Tractor Boy Daryl Murphy to lead the Toon line at Portman Road over Aleksandar Mitrovic.