Waterford vs Galway United Prediction & Match Analysis
Full analysis and predictions for all markets
| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
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| 1X2 | No Draw |
74.1%
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| BTTS | BTTS Yes |
89.2%
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| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
70%
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Waterford
Galway United
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
Waterford
18 matches
Galway United
14 matches
| Waterford | Statistic | Galway United |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Wins | 5 |
| 4 | Draws | 2 |
| 9 | Losses | 7 |
| 21 | Goals For | 17 |
| 33 | Goals Against | 25 |
| 1.17 | Avg Goals Scored | 1.21 |
| 1.83 | Avg Goals Conceded | 1.79 |
| 10 | BTTS Yes | 7 |
| 14 | Over 1.5 | 10 |
| 8 | Over 2.5 | 7 |
| 7 | Over 3.5 | 5 |
| 2 | Clean Sheets | 2 |
| 7 | Failed To Score | 5 |
| 2.82 | Shots On Goal | 3.91 |
| 11.64 | Total Shots | 11.82 |
| 5.18 | Corners | 3.82 |
| 41.1% | Ball Possession | 38.4% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
From the opening view, this looks like a meeting between teams arriving with different levels of stability, reinforced by two sides with a fairly similar football identity. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. Overall, the preferred tip is Away Win, while the clean-sheet lean points toward Galway United. The defensive profile of this fixture suggests that clear openings may be harder to create.This profiles as a tighter contest, with fewer clear openings expected. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. Waterford have shown more instability in their recent run, so confidence and game management may become important factors. Galway United carry the stronger overall league profile, standing 6 with 14 points while Waterford sit 10 on 4, suggesting a clearer edge in long-term output. Both teams appear likely to operate from a similar base structure, so execution within the same shape could be more decisive than formation itself.
Waterford approach this match from a more delicate league position, standing 10 with 4 points from 11 matches. Across the season they have posted 0 wins, 4 draws, and 7 defeats, and the 8:21 goal record continues to suggest poor form over their recent run. Their attacking burden often falls on T. Lonergan (3 goals), P. Amond (2 goals), G. Facchineri (1 goals), with creative support from J. Voilas (2 assists), C. Noonan (1 assists), Evan McLaughlin (1 assists), while at the back they have been very solid. At home, they have managed 0 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, a return that supports a balanced but draw-heavy split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. In football terms they often show a more cautious and defensive approach.
So far, Galway United have built a campaign that leaves them 6 in the table on 14 points from 11 matches. Across the campaign, they have posted 4 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, while the 13:14 goal ratio supports the view of good form over their recent run. Going forward they rely heavily on K. Twardek (5 goals), D. Hurley (2 goals), F. Pierrot (2 goals), with creative support from K. Twardek (3 assists), D. Hurley (2 assists), Stephen Walsh (2 assists), and defensively they have been very solid. Away from home, the record of 1 wins, 1 draws, and 3 losses points toward a fairly balanced split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their broader style still suggests a more cautious and defensive approach.
Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, Waterford won 2 times, Galway United won 8 times, while 5 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 16:22 from Waterford's perspective. 7 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 9 matches, with an average of 2.53 goals per game.
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
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| 1 | 32 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 52:32 | 20 | 62 |
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D
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| 2 | 32 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 52:25 | 27 | 59 |
W
W
W
L
W
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| 3 | 32 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 57:38 | 19 | 59 |
W
W
W
W
W
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| 4 | 33 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 47:46 | 1 | 43 |
W
D
W
L
L
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| 5 | 32 | 9 | 14 | 9 | 45:42 | 3 | 41 |
W
D
W
D
L
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| 6 | 33 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 50:55 | -5 | 41 |
L
L
L
D
W
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| 7 |
Galway United
Away
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32 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 42:48 | -6 | 38 |
D
L
W
L
D
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| 8 |
Waterford
Home
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32 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 44:54 | -10 | 34 |
L
D
D
W
D
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| 9 | 33 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 39:54 | -15 | 34 |
L
L
W
W
L
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| 10 | 33 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 25:59 | -34 | 23 |
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L
L
L
L
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