Drogheda vs Waterford Prediction
🔊 An exciting match is on the horizon as Drogheda United host Waterford United. Both teams are eager to solidify their positions in the standings, and their current form adds an extra layer of intrigue to this clash. The hosts sit in fourth place and have been delivering consistent results at home. Their solid defense allows them to focus on offensive play against an opponent looking to improve their standing after a series of mixed results. The visitors from Waterford have a good chance to put up a fight with their aggressive style, but they will need to work hard to contain the hosts' onslaught.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 30 May 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Waterford United):
- ball possession percentage: 69% vs 31%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 4;
- fouls: 9 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 5.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Drogheda United and Waterford United:
- played 30 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 17, for the away team - 8, draws - 5;
- number of goals - 54 against 27;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.1, in the 2nd half - 1.6;
- average total goals in the match - 2.7.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Drogheda United Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Premier Division tournament (home team - Bohemians Dublin, away team - Drogheda United). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here's the game statistics (Drogheda United vs Bohemians Dublin):
- ball possession: 27% vs 73%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 5;
- fouls: 8 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 2 vs 5.
Drogheda United are in excellent form, currently sitting fourth in the table. Over their last five matches, they have secured three victories and suffered just one defeat, highlighting the consistency of their performances. Known for their reliable defense, "The Drogs" concede an average of just 0.96 goals per game. The team focuses on ball control and a cautious attacking approach, which helps minimize risks at their own end. In their most recent head-to-head with Waterford, they played out a 2-2 draw, showcasing their ability to exploit gaps in the opponent's defense.
Match Results: Drogheda United
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 - Saint Patrick´s Athletic). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:2.
Here are the match stats (Waterford United vs Saint Patrick´s Athletic):
- ball possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 8;
- fouls: 12 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 5;
- shots on target: 0 vs 5.
Waterford United are grappling with consistency issues, currently sitting seventh in the league after a mix of wins and losses (4 victories and 4 defeats in their last ten matches). Their playing style relies on potent counterattacks and high scoring efficiency, averaging 1.23 goals per game. However, their defensive frailties could pose a challenge, as they frequently make errors at the back, conceding an average of 1.77 goals per match. To succeed against Drogheda, they will need to tighten up their defensive organization and capitalize on every attacking opportunity.
Match Results: Waterford United
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 30;
- home team wins - 17, away team wins - 8, draws - 5.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Waterford United
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 10 vs 10;
- win percentage: 38% vs 38%;
- losses: 5 vs 13;
- draws: 11 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 4;
- losses: 2 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
- Drogheda United have not lost in 9 of last 10 home games.
- Drogheda United have not lost in 8 of last 9 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.8, the guests - 0.9;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.7;
- both teams scored: overall - 13; at the home team's field - 4.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Waterford United
- average total in the tournament: 2.12 vs 3;
- average total goals scored: 1.15 vs 1.23;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.62 vs 0.69;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.54 vs 0.54;
- Drogheda United: average total at home in the tournament - 1.42;
- Waterford United: average total away in the tournament - 1.31;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 1.8) vs 1.9 (away - 1.5).
- Drogheda United have scored under 1.5 goals in 11 of last 12 games (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 games.
- Drogheda United have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Drogheda United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.15; at home field - 4.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.2; at home field - 5.8.
Waterford United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.42, away - 3.54;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.2; away - 2.75.
- Under 11.5 corners in 7 of last 8 Drogheda United games (Premier Division).
- Under 11.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Waterford United games.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 0.86 (0.43 for home team and 0.43 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.13 (0.4 for home team and 0.73 for away team).
Drogheda United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.04; at home - 2.08;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.7; at home - 2.6.
Waterford United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.73, away - 2.62;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.7; away - 2.75.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 30;
- both teams scored all-time - 13 times;
- on the home team’s field - 4 times.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Waterford United
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 12 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Drogheda United at home - 6 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Waterford United away - 7 (54%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Drogheda United at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Waterford United away - 2 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams, we anticipate a tense encounter with Waterford focusing on offensive play, while Drogheda United are likely to adopt a more cautious approach. Drogheda have demonstrated consistency both at home and throughout the season, particularly thanks to their solid defense. Meanwhile, the visitors need to strike a balance between attacking aggression and defensive awareness on the flanks to secure a positive result on the road. Based on seasonal trends, Drogheda United score less than 1.5 goals, making a bet on the hosts' individual total under 1.5 a reasonable choice given the aforementioned factors.
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