- Reform UK leader Nigel Farage visited Ipswich Town's Portman Road stadium on Monday, prompting criticism from some supporters.
- Ipswich Town defended the visit in a statement on Tuesday, claiming the club remains "apolitical" and engages with representatives from across the political spectrum, having hosted various political figures previously.
- Initial reports conflicted on whether Mr Farage was officially invited, with club sources suggesting he wasn't, while Reform UK insisted he had been.
- During his visit, Mr Farage was photographed and filmed in the dressing room, press room and pitchside, with Reform UK extensively promoting his presence on social media.
- The visit drew sharp reactions from some fans, who described it as "PR suicide”, and rival club Norwich City also appeared to mock the situation online.
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Ipswich Town defend Nigel Farage visit as Championship club insists it is ‘apolitical’
