Saint Patr. vs Waterford Prediction 8 May 2026
🔊 In the Irish Championship, St Patrick's Athletic are set to clash with Waterford United. The match promises to be tactically intriguing. The hosts sit 2nd in the table and are in fine form, while the visitors are at the bottom of the top ten and are still searching for their first win of the season. The statistics for these teams highlight contrasting playing styles: an attacking approach versus a defensive one.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 20 March 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 0:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Waterford United):
- ball possession percentage: 39% vs 61%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 7;
- fouls: 12 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 13.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Saint Patrick´s Athletic and Waterford United:
- played 45 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 20, for the away team - 16, draws - 9;
- number of goals - 56 against 47;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.11, in the 2nd half - 1.18;
- average total goals in the match - 2.29.
Head-to-head statistics Saint Patr. - Waterford
Saint Patrick´s Athletic Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Premier Division tournament (home team - Sligo Rovers, away team - Saint Patrick´s Athletic). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here's the game statistics (Saint Patrick´s Athletic vs Sligo Rovers):
- ball possession: 60% vs 40%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 6;
- fouls: 8 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
St. Patrick's Athletic sit in 2nd place, showcasing strong performances across the board. Over their last five matches, they've secured 2 wins and drawn 3 times. The hosts boast high scoring efficiency, averaging 1.8 goals per game while conceding less than a goal per match. In their last 10 encounters, they've claimed victory 5 times. Heading into a clash with the tournament's underdog, Athletic are clear favorites. The upcoming match presents a prime opportunity to solidify their standing and remain in contention for the top spot, with just a 3-point gap from the leader.
Match Results: Saint Patrick´s Athletic
Waterford United Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Premier Division tournament (home team - Waterford United, away - Dundalk). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:3.
Here are the match stats (Waterford United vs Dundalk):
- ball possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corner kicks: 10 vs 11;
- fouls: 17 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 6.
Waterford United continue to struggle on all fronts. They are yet to secure a win in the championship. In 14 matches this season, they have suffered 8 defeats. Their play is marked by low scoring, with only 0.9 goals per game while conceding more than 2. Despite often losing by narrow margins, their prospects in the upcoming clash are far from promising. Another defensive lapse is anticipated, and playing away only worsens their situation.
Match Results: Waterford United
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 45;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 10; for visitors away - 6; number of draws - 6;
- Average first-half total: 1.11;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.58, while the visitors net 0.53.
First-Half Stats: Saint Patrick´s Athletic (home) vs Waterford United (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- wins: 3 (42.86%) vs 2 (28.57%);
- losses: 2 (28.57%) vs 4 (57.14%);
- draws: 2 (28.57%) vs 1 (14.29%);
- Average goals scored: 1.43 vs 1.71;
- Average goals conceded: 0.57 vs 1.14.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 1;
- losses: 3 vs 7;
- draws: 2 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.7 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 1.1).
- Saint Patrick´s Athletic scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games against Waterford United.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Matches played - 45;
- Home wins - 20, Away wins - 16, Draws - 9.
Statistics: St Patrick's Athletic vs Waterford United
- Matches in the tournament: 15 vs 14;
- Wins: 8 vs 0;
- Win percentage: 53% vs 0%;
- Losses: 3 vs 8;
- Draws: 4 vs 6.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 5 vs 0;
- Losses: 2 vs 6;
- Draws: 3 vs 4.
- Waterford United cover the +2.5 spread in 19 of the last 20 head-to-head meetings.
- Waterford United cover the +2.5 spread in 29 of the last 30 matches.
- Waterford United cover the +2.5 spread in 26 of the last 27 Premier Division matches.
- Waterford United cover the +2.5 spread on the road in 13 of the last 14 matches.
- Waterford United cover the +2.5 spread on the road in 12 of the last 13 Premier Division matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head (average total):
- Home average - 1.24, Away average - 1.04;
- Overall head-to-head average - 2.29;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 17 times; at home - 8 times.
Total Goals Statistics: St Patrick's Athletic vs Waterford United
- In the tournament: 2.73 vs 2.86;
- Goals scored: 1.8 vs 0.86;
- First half: 0.8 vs 0.36;
- Second half: 1 vs 0.5;
- St Patrick's Athletic: home in tournament - 2.29;
- Waterford United: away in tournament - 0.86;
- Last 10 matches: 1.9 (home - 2.2) vs 0.9 (away - 0.8).
- St Patrick's Athletic score under 2.5 goals in 19 of the last 20 head-to-head meetings.
- St Patrick's Athletic score under 2.5 goals in 18 of the last 19 Premier Division meetings.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Matches played - 45;
- Both teams scored all-time - 17 times;
- At home - 8 times.
Statistics: St Patrick's Athletic vs Waterford United
- Tournament matches played: 15 vs 14;
- Season matches with both teams scoring (BTTS): 7 vs 7;
- St Patrick's Athletic: BTTS at home - 3 (43%);
- Waterford United: BTTS away - 3 (43%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- St Patrick's Athletic: BTTS at home - 3 (60%);
- Waterford United: BTTS away - 2 (40%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The hosts hold the edge in every department. They are in the title race and can't afford any slip-ups in a match like this. Athletic are likely to pin the visitors back in their own half. This should result in a flurry of chances and goals. However, the visitors, despite their struggles, manage to score almost a goal per game and are capable of threatening the opponent's goal, especially by exploiting the favorite's high defensive line. Additionally, set-piece opportunities always play a role. Our editorial team anticipates dominance from the hosts. Yet, the encounter should see goals from both sides. We'll place a bet on Both Teams to Score (Yes).No comments
Betting Tips: Saint Patrick´s Athletic - Waterford United
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