Predictions & Statistics
Full analysis and predictions for all markets
| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | Away Win |
57.4%
|
1.74 | |
| BTTS | Yes |
86%
|
1.75 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
82.2%
|
1.77 | |
| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
82.9%
|
1.20 | |
| HT / FT | Draw / Away |
-
|
4.50 | |
| Correct Score | 1-2 |
-
|
8.50 |
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
Waterford
27 matches
Shamrock Rovers
23 matches
| Waterford | Statistic | Shamrock Rovers |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Wins | 14 |
| 8 | Draws | 4 |
| 12 | Losses | 5 |
| 38 | Goals For | 41 |
| 50 | Goals Against | 19 |
| 1.41 | Avg Goals Scored | 1.78 |
| 1.85 | Avg Goals Conceded | 0.83 |
| 17 | BTTS Yes | 11 |
| 22 | Over 1.5 | 16 |
| 15 | Over 2.5 | 11 |
| 12 | Over 3.5 | 6 |
| 3 | Clean Sheets | 10 |
| 8 | Failed To Score | 3 |
| 3.6 | Shots On Goal | 4.57 |
| 12.35 | Total Shots | 13.76 |
| 4.95 | Corners | 4.95 |
| 40.2% | Ball Possession | 61.9% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
This match appears to feature a noticeable gap in profile, built around Shamrock Rovers's more proactive style and Waterford's more cautious structure. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. Shamrock Rovers carry the stronger overall league profile, standing 1 with 40 points while Waterford sit 10 on 11, suggesting a clearer edge in long-term output. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. Given the broader gap between the sides, Away Win looks like the most logical direction, while the clean-sheet expectation leans toward Shamrock Rovers. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Waterford expected to line up in 5-3-2 and Shamrock Rovers in 3-4-2-1, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Shamrock Rovers having the stronger overall control. A relatively balanced game with moderate goal potential looks most likely.
Waterford sit 10 with 11 points after 19 league matches. The record of 1 wins, 8 draws, and 10 defeats, together with a 21:40 goal balance, points toward poor form over their recent run. Much of their attacking threat comes through T. Lonergan (8 goals), John Mahon (3 goals), P. Amond (3 goals), with creative support from J. Voilas (2 assists), C. Noonan (2 assists), Evan McLaughlin (2 assists), while at the back they have looked fairly stable. At home, their split return of 1 wins, 6 draws, and 2 losses fits a balanced but draw-heavy split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. Stylistically, they usually display a more cautious and defensive approach.
Shamrock Rovers approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 1 on 40 points after 20 outings. They have recorded 12 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, with a 31:17 goal return and good form over their recent run. In attack they lean heavily on G. Burke (6 goals), John McGovern (4 goals), M. Noonan (3 goals), with creative support from J. Byrne (4 assists), John McGovern (3 assists), T. Sobowale (3 assists), while defensively they have looked very solid. Away from home, their record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses points to a fairly balanced split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Their overall playing style can be described as balanced attacking football.
Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, Waterford won 2 times, Shamrock Rovers won 12 times, while 1 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 13:29 from Waterford's perspective. 9 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 9 matches, with an average of 2.8 goals per game.
Lineups
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
Waterford
Drogheda United
Waterford
Shelbourne
Waterford
Drogheda United
Waterford
Derry City
Waterford
St Patrick's Athl.
Waterford
Dundalk
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford
Galway United
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
Waterford
Bohemians
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford
St Patrick's Athl.
Waterford
Galway United
Waterford
Dundalk
Waterford
Bohemians
Waterford
Derry City
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
Waterford
Drogheda United
Waterford
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
St Patrick's Athl.
Shamrock Rovers
Bohemians
Shamrock Rovers
Sligo Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
Dundalk
Shamrock Rovers
Galway United
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Shamrock Rovers
Bohemians
Shamrock Rovers
St Patrick's Athl.
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Galway United
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
Sligo Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Shamrock Rovers
Bohemians
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
Waterford
Drogheda United
Waterford
Derry City
Waterford
Dundalk
Waterford
Galway United
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford
St Patrick's Athl.
Waterford
Bohemians
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
Waterford
Shelbourne
Waterford
Bohemians
Waterford
Kerry
Waterford
Riverstown FC
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Bohemians
Shamrock Rovers
Dundalk
Shamrock Rovers
Galway United
Shamrock Rovers
Derry City
Shamrock Rovers
St Patrick's Athl.
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
Sligo Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Bohemians
Shamrock Rovers
Breidablik
Shamrock Rovers
AEK Athens FC
Shamrock Rovers
Sparta Praha
Shamrock Rovers
Santa Clara
Shamrock Rovers
Ballkani
Shamrock Rovers
St Joseph S Fc
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Shamrock Rovers
Away
|
23 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 35:20 | 15 | 44 |
D
W
L
W
W
|
| 2 | 21 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 35:17 | 18 | 38 |
W
W
L
D
L
|
|
| 3 | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 36:27 | 9 | 37 |
W
L
L
W
L
|
|
| 4 | 21 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 34:29 | 5 | 35 |
W
W
W
D
W
|
|
| 5 | 22 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 31:32 | -1 | 30 |
L
D
W
D
D
|
|
| 6 | 23 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 28:27 | 1 | 26 |
D
L
W
L
D
|
|
| 7 | 20 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 28:31 | -3 | 24 |
W
L
D
L
W
|
|
| 8 | 21 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 27:36 | -9 | 22 |
D
L
D
D
L
|
|
| 9 | 21 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 15:33 | -18 | 19 |
L
L
L
W
L
|
|
| 10 |
Waterford
Home
|
21 | 2 | 8 | 11 | 25:42 | -17 | 14 |
L
W
D
L
W
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