Predictions & Statistics
Full analysis and predictions for all markets
| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | No Draw |
81.7%
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| BTTS | Yes |
63.2%
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| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
55.6%
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| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
90.8%
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| HT / FT | Home / Home |
-
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| Correct Score | 2-1 |
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Drogheda United
Shelbourne
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
Drogheda United
23 matches
Shelbourne
24 matches
| Drogheda United | Statistic | Shelbourne |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Wins | 10 |
| 8 | Draws | 9 |
| 9 | Losses | 5 |
| 30 | Goals For | 40 |
| 37 | Goals Against | 31 |
| 1.3 | Avg Goals Scored | 1.67 |
| 1.61 | Avg Goals Conceded | 1.29 |
| 16 | BTTS Yes | 18 |
| 18 | Over 1.5 | 19 |
| 12 | Over 2.5 | 16 |
| 8 | Over 3.5 | 8 |
| 6 | Clean Sheets | 6 |
| 3 | Failed To Score | 3 |
| 3.5 | Shots On Goal | 4.25 |
| 9.85 | Total Shots | 13.85 |
| 3.95 | Corners | 5.15 |
| 40% | Ball Possession | 51.9% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
This match looks like a contest between Shelbourne's more proactive style and Drogheda United'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. Overall, the preferred tip is Away Win, while the clean-sheet lean points toward Shelbourne. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. The season profile of both teams suggests a matchup where long-term consistency matters, but does not fully remove the possibility of swings in momentum on the day. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. Both teams appear likely to operate from a similar base structure, so execution within the same shape could be more decisive than formation itself. A relatively balanced game with moderate goal potential looks most likely.
So far, Drogheda United have built a campaign that leaves them 8 in the table on 21 points from 19 matches. Across the campaign, they have posted 5 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses, while the 25:32 goal ratio supports the view of poor form over their recent run. Going forward they rely heavily on M. Doyle (8 goals), Conor Keeley (3 goals), W. Davis (3 goals), with creative support from B. Kavanagh (4 assists), K. Cruise (2 assists), Conor Keeley (1 assists), and defensively they have been fairly stable. At home, their split return of 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 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.
Shelbourne come into this match from a strong league position, sitting 5 with 26 points from 19 matches. Their overall return of 6 wins, 8 draws, and 5 losses with goals at 27:26 reflects mixed form over their recent run. Their attacking weight is carried by H. Wood (7 goals), J. Martin (6 goals), Daniel Kelly (4 goals), with creative support from H. Wood (3 assists), M. Lundgren (3 assists), J. Martin (2 assists), while defensively they have appeared fairly stable. Away from home, the record of 5 wins, 3 draws, and 1 losses points toward a very strong split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their broader style still suggests balanced attacking football.
Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, Drogheda United won 3 times, Shelbourne won 5 times, while 7 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 22:26 from Drogheda United's perspective. 9 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 12 matches, with an average of 3.2 goals per game.
Lineups
Drogheda United
Dundalk
Drogheda United
Bohemians
Drogheda United
Derry City
Drogheda United
St Patrick's Athl.
Drogheda United
Waterford
Drogheda United
Dundalk
Drogheda United
Waterford
Drogheda United
Bohemians
Drogheda United
Derry City
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
Sligo Rovers
Drogheda United
Shelbourne
Drogheda United
St Patrick's Athl.
Drogheda United
Galway United
Drogheda United
Bohemians
Drogheda United
Derry City
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
St Patrick's Athl.
Drogheda United
Sligo Rovers
Drogheda United
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Celtic
Shelbourne
Dundalk
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Galway United
Shelbourne
Derry City
Shelbourne
Waterford
Shelbourne
St Patrick's Athl.
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Dundalk
Shelbourne
Drogheda United
Shelbourne
Derry City
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Dundalk
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Derry City
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
Bohemians
Drogheda United
Waterford
Drogheda United
Dundalk
Drogheda United
Derry City
Drogheda United
Sligo Rovers
Drogheda United
St Patrick's Athl.
Drogheda United
Galway United
Drogheda United
Bohemians
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
Shelbourne
Drogheda United
Waterford
Drogheda United
UCD
Drogheda United
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Derry City
Shelbourne
St Patrick's Athl.
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Dundalk
Shelbourne
Shamrock Rovers
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Derry City
Shelbourne
Drogheda United
Shelbourne
Waterford
Shelbourne
Bray Wanderers
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Celje
Shelbourne
AZ Alkmaar
Shelbourne
Shkendija
Shelbourne
Linfield
Shelbourne
HNK Rijeka
Shelbourne
Qarabag
Shelbourne
Linfield
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 40:22 | 18 | 50 |
W
W
D
W
L
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| 2 | 25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 40:27 | 13 | 43 |
W
W
W
L
L
|
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| 3 | 24 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 39:20 | 19 | 42 |
D
W
L
W
W
|
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| 4 | 24 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 38:36 | 2 | 35 |
L
L
L
W
W
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| 5 |
Shelbourne
Away
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24 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 35:35 | 0 | 34 |
W
D
L
D
W
|
| 6 | 25 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 32:31 | 1 | 29 |
L
W
D
L
W
|
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| 7 | 23 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 32:39 | -7 | 27 |
W
L
L
W
L
|
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| 8 |
Drogheda United
Home
|
24 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 29:41 | -12 | 25 |
W
L
L
D
L
|
| 9 | 24 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 33:47 | -14 | 21 |
D
W
W
L
W
|
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| 10 | 24 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 20:40 | -20 | 20 |
L
L
D
L
L
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