Ipswich's unconvincing performance against Middlesbrough could prove to be a pivotal moment in their season, as they demonstrated the resilience to bounce back from two deficits. The pressure was mounting on Kieran McKenna's side after Millwall's 2-0 win over QPR, but they managed to salvage a point and retain their grip on an automatic promotion spot.
With a game in hand over their rivals, Ipswich's fate is now in their own hands across the final four matches. Elsewhere, Southampton's relentless form continued as they battled back to defeat Swansea, securing their seventh consecutive league win and all but guaranteeing a play-off place. Their impressive run has left them with a dilemma in terms of team selection ahead of their FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City.
Meanwhile, Hull City's struggles persisted as they dropped points from a winning position against Birmingham, allowing Wrexham and Derby to close the gap in the pursuit of the final play-off spot. The battle for survival also intensified, with Leicester's dire situation worsened by a lackluster defeat at Portsmouth, leaving them on the brink of relegation.