Ipswich Town manager has insisted his full attention remains on the club’s promotion bid, despite recent controversy sparked by the visit of to Portman Road.
The Reform UK leader’s appearance at the stadium last week generated mixed reactions among supporters, with sections of the fanbase voicing criticism and concern. However, McKenna has been keen to distance his squad from the off-field noise as Ipswich enter a crucial phase of their Championship campaign.
With eight games remaining, Ipswich are firmly in the promotion race, and McKenna emphasized that preparations over the international break have been centred solely on performance and results.
While acknowledging the unrest among supporters, the Ipswich boss admitted it is never ideal to see division around the club. Nevertheless, he believes his role — and that of his players — is to focus on what happens on the pitch rather than external debate.
McKenna stressed that the most important contribution the team can make is delivering strong performances that fans can rally behind, starting with the upcoming fixture against Birmingham City at Portman Road.
Inside the training ground, he insists there have been no distractions. The squad, particularly those not involved in international duty, have remained fully committed and motivated as they prepare for the decisive run-in.
The former Manchester United coach also expressed confidence that supporters will unite behind the team during the final stretch of the season. He highlighted the importance of maintaining the club’s identity on the pitch, believing that consistent, high-quality performances will naturally bring fans together.
Ipswich still have key home fixtures ahead, and McKenna is hopeful that by the time they reach their final game of the season, the stakes will remain high — a sign of how competitive their campaign has been.
Ultimately, while the controversy surrounding Farage’s visit has created headlines, McKenna’s message is clear: Ipswich Town’s focus is firmly on football, with promotion to the Premier League the only priority that truly matters.
