Predictions & Statistics

Dundalk approach this match from a more delicate league position, standing 4 with 35 points from 24 matches. Their record of 9 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses, together with goals at 38:36, reflects mixed form and are going through a difficult losing run. Much of their threat comes through D. Horgan (4 goals), Tyreke Wilson (4 goals), G. Arubi (4 goals), with creative support from D. Horgan (3 assists), Eoin Kenny (3 assists), Tyreke Wilson (2 assists), while the defensive numbers suggest they have been fairly stable. At home, they have managed 6 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, a return that supports a fairly balanced split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. In football terms they often show balanced attacking football.

With 20 points from 24 games and a place of 10, Sligo Rovers still have clear room for improvement in overall consistency. Their record of 5 wins, 5 draws, and 14 losses, together with goals at 20:40, reflects poor form with results showing a clear downward trend. Much of their threat comes through W. Fitzgerald (3 goals), A. Meekison (2 goals), Cian Kavanagh (1 goals), with creative support from W. Fitzgerald (3 assists), A. Meekison (2 assists), Cian Kavanagh (2 assists), while the defensive numbers suggest they have been fairly stable. Away from home, they have managed 2 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses, a return that supports a weak split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. In football terms they often show a more cautious and defensive approach.