Predictions & Statistics
Full analysis and predictions for all markets
| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | Away Win |
45.3%
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| BTTS | Yes |
82.5%
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| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
72%
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| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
78.2%
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| HT / FT | Draw / Away |
-
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| Correct Score | 1-2 |
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Waterford
Shelbourne
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
Waterford
32 matches
Shelbourne
31 matches
| Waterford | Statistic | Shelbourne |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Wins | 12 |
| 10 | Draws | 12 |
| 13 | Losses | 7 |
| 46 | Goals For | 53 |
| 57 | Goals Against | 44 |
| 1.44 | Avg Goals Scored | 1.71 |
| 1.78 | Avg Goals Conceded | 1.42 |
| 20 | BTTS Yes | 24 |
| 26 | Over 1.5 | 26 |
| 17 | Over 2.5 | 22 |
| 14 | Over 3.5 | 11 |
| 4 | Clean Sheets | 6 |
| 10 | Failed To Score | 4 |
| 3.6 | Shots On Goal | 3.69 |
| 12.16 | Total Shots | 11.92 |
| 4.84 | Corners | 4.69 |
| 37.6% | Ball Possession | 46% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
This match looks like a contest between 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. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. A relatively balanced game with moderate goal potential looks most likely. 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. Taken together, the balance of indicators still supports Away Win, with the defensive lean favoring Shelbourne. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Waterford expected to line up in 3-4-1-2 and Shelbourne in 4-4-2, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Shelbourne having the stronger overall control.
So far, Waterford have built a campaign that leaves them 9 in the table on 22 points from 25 matches. The record of 4 wins, 10 draws, and 11 defeats, together with a 33:47 goal balance, points toward mixed form over their recent run. Much of their attacking threat comes through Tom Lonergan (7 goals), Pádraig Amond (4 goals), John Mahon (3 goals), with creative support from Tom Lonergan (2 assists), Conan Noonan (2 assists), Dean McMenamy (2 assists), while at the back they have looked quite vulnerable. At home, their split return of 2 wins, 7 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 34 points from 24 matches. Their overall return of 8 wins, 10 draws, and 6 losses with goals at 35:35 reflects mixed form over their recent run. Their attacking weight is carried by Harry Wood (3 goals), D. Kelly (3 goals), John Martin (2 goals), with creative support from Harry Wood (5 assists), John Martin (1 assists), A. Coote (1 assists), while defensively they have appeared fairly stable. Away from home, they have returned 5 wins, 5 draws, and 1 losses, a split that suggests a very strong split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. In football terms, they tend to show a more cautious and defensive approach.
Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, Waterford won 3 times, Shelbourne won 9 times, while 3 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 11:20 from Waterford's perspective. 5 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 7 matches, with an average of 2.07 goals per game.
Waterford
5
1
7
6
2
8
Lineups
Waterford
Sligo Rovers
Waterford
Bohemians
Waterford
Galway United
Waterford
St Patrick's Athl.
Waterford
Derry City
Waterford
Dundalk
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
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.
Shelbourne
Ajax
Shelbourne
St Patrick's Athl.
Shelbourne
Ajax
Shelbourne
Kalju Nomme
Shelbourne
Kalju Nomme
Shelbourne
Celtic
Shelbourne
Dundalk
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Bohemians
Shelbourne
Drogheda United
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
Waterford
Bohemians
Waterford
St Patrick's Athl.
Waterford
Shamrock Rovers
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
Shelbourne
Ajax
Shelbourne
Kalju Nomme
Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
Drogheda United
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
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 | 16 | 6 | 5 | 43:24 | 19 | 54 |
W
D
W
W
D
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| 2 | 28 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 45:23 | 22 | 50 |
W
W
D
D
D
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| 3 | 28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 47:34 | 13 | 47 |
W
L
D
W
W
|
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| 4 | 28 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 43:43 | 0 | 37 |
L
L
D
D
L
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| 5 |
Shelbourne
Away
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26 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 36:38 | -2 | 34 |
L
L
W
D
L
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| 6 | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | 38:37 | 1 | 33 |
L
W
D
L
W
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| 7 | 27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 35:41 | -6 | 33 |
W
D
D
D
W
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| 8 |
Waterford
Home
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28 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 37:48 | -11 | 29 |
D
W
W
D
D
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| 9 | 28 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 31:45 | -14 | 28 |
L
D
D
D
W
|
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| 10 | 28 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 23:45 | -22 | 23 |
D
L
D
D
L
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