Waterford vs Shamrock Prediction
🔊 The upcoming clash between Waterford United and Shamrock Rovers promises to be one of the highlights of the round. Both teams enter the match with different objectives: the hosts aim to solidify their position, while the visitors are eager to affirm their status as leaders and maintain their spot at the top of the league. Waterford are enduring a challenging spell, having lost four out of their last five games, clearly indicating a dip in form. Meanwhile, Shamrock Rovers approach the match in a more confident state, with six wins in their last ten outings underscoring their strength and consistency. Both teams favor attacking football, which could lead to an action-packed game with plenty of goals.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 27 June 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Shamrock Rovers):
- ball possession percentage: 64% vs 36%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 0;
- fouls: 9 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 4.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Waterford United Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, featuring Bohemians Dublin at home against Waterford United. The match concluded with a 2-1 victory.
Here are the match statistics (Waterford United vs Bohemians Dublin):
- possession percentage: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 10 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
Waterford United are going through a challenging period and clearly find themselves in a slump. Over the last five fixtures, they have failed to secure a single win, suffering four defeats and managing just one draw. Defensive issues are particularly evident, as they concede an average of 1.73 goals per game, which significantly diminishes their chances against stronger opponents. Nonetheless, Waterford remain a threat on home turf. In nine of their last ten home matches, they have consistently found the back of the net, capitalizing on quick counterattacks and aggressive forward play. However, their recent encounter with Shamrock Rovers ended in defeat, once again highlighting the gulf in class between the teams.
Match Results: Waterford United
Shamrock Rovers Team Overview
The last official match for the visitors took place on in the Premier Division (Cork City as the home side, Shamrock Rovers as the visitors). The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the game statistics (Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City):
- possession percentage: 68% vs 32%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Shamrock Rovers continue to solidify their status as league leaders, sitting comfortably at the top of the table. Over their last ten matches, the team has secured six victories and suffered just one defeat, showcasing impressive consistency. Their current unbeaten streak extends to eight games, further strengthening their position in the title race. A key strength of the squad is their defense, conceding an average of just 0.86 goals per match. Shamrock effectively employs high pressing, allowing them to maintain possession and consistently create dangerous opportunities in front of the opposition's goal. This strategy enables the team to both limit their opponents' attacks and capitalize on their own chances efficiently.
Match Results: Shamrock Rovers
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 37;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 6; for visitors away - 4; number of draws - 7;
- Average first-half total: 1.22;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.49, while the visitors net 0.73.
First-Half Stats: Waterford United (home) vs Shamrock Rovers (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 15;
- wins: 6 (42.86%) vs 1 (6.67%);
- losses: 5 (35.71%) vs 4 (26.67%);
- draws: 3 (21.43%) vs 10 (66.67%);
- Average goals scored: 1.57 vs 1.33;
- Average goals conceded: 0.79 vs 0.8.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 0;
- draws: 3 vs 7;
- Average first-half total: 1.7 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.9) vs 0.7 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.2).
- Waterford United scored in the 1st half in 9 of last 10 home games.
- Waterford United scored in the 1st half in 8 of last 9 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the outcome
Statistics: Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers
- matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 29;
- wins: 10 vs 16;
- win percentage: 33% vs 55%;
- losses: 16 vs 4;
- draws: 4 vs 9.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 6;
- losses: 6 vs 1;
- draws: 1 vs 3.
- Waterford United have lost in 18 of last 19 games against Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division).
- Waterford United have lost in last 9 home games against Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
Statistics: Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers
- average total in the tournament: 2.87 vs 2.55;
- average total goals scored: 1.13 vs 1.69;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.67 vs 0.76;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.47 vs 0.93;
- Waterford United: average total at home in the tournament - 1.14;
- Shamrock Rovers: average total away in the tournament - 1.33;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.6 (home - 2) vs 1.4 (away - 0.8).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 5 Waterford United home games against Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Waterford United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.73; at home field - 5.43;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.3; at home field - 5.5.
Shamrock Rovers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.1, away - 4.27;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.3; away - 4.
- Waterford United have taken under 4.5 corners in 9 of last 10 home games against Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division).
- Waterford United have taken under 4.5 corners in 8 of last 9 games against Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.94 (0.97 for home team and 0.97 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.35 (0.76 for home team and 0.59 for away team).
Waterford United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.57; at home - 2.79;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; at home - 2.
Shamrock Rovers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.38, away - 2.87;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.5; away - 3.2.
Prediction on BTTS
Statistics: Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 29;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 16 vs 16;
- number of BTS matches for Waterford United at home - 8 (57%);
- number of BTS matches for Shamrock Rovers away - 11 (73%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Waterford United at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Shamrock Rovers away - 3 (60%).
- Waterford United have scored and conceded in last 5 home games against Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
The teams enter this match in starkly different conditions. Waterford United are in a slump, winless in their last five games and showing defensive frailties. Meanwhile, Shamrock Rovers appear far more confident, sitting at the top of the table with an unbeaten streak, boasting a solid defense and consistent attacking play. Based on the statistics and current form, the most likely outcome is a Shamrock Rovers victory. Their experience, balanced squad, and high level of game organization should secure them points in this encounter.
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