Sligo Rovers FC vs Bohemians Prediction
🔊 The upcoming clash between Sligo Rovers and Bohemians Dublin promises to be an intriguing matchup as both teams aim to achieve their goals in the league. Sligo suffered a defeat in their opener and will be eager to bounce back in front of their home fans, while Bohemians kicked off the season with a draw, putting them in a slightly more comfortable position. Neither team can be considered a model of consistency, yet they know how to fight through tough periods, as demonstrated last season. This adds an element of suspense to the encounter: much will hinge on character, focus, and the ability to capitalize on chances.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 30 August 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Sligo Rovers):
- ball possession percentage: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 8;
- fouls: 5 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Sligo Rovers and Bohemians Dublin:
- played 56 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 20, for the away team - 24, draws - 12;
- number of goals - 65 against 66;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.96, in the 2nd half - 1.38;
- average total goals in the match - 2.34.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Sligo Rovers Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, with Derry City as the hosts and Sligo Rovers as the visitors. The game concluded with a 2-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Sligo Rovers vs Derry City):
- possession: 33% vs 67%;
- corner kicks: 0 vs 9;
- fouls: 6 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 8.
Sligo Rovers currently sit in ninth place in the standings after the first round. The team exhibits rather average stats, averaging one goal scored per game while conceding two. Recent matches show that they are capable of both solid victories and defeats, with draws being a rarity for them. Their last home game against Bohemians ended in a draw, but that encounter took place over four months ago. Nonetheless, Sligo traditionally perform with more confidence on their home turf, having avoided defeat in eight of their last nine home fixtures, which could be a crucial factor in the upcoming clash.
Match Results: Sligo Rovers

Bohemians Dublin Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Premier Division, featuring Bohemians Dublin as the home team and St Patrick's Athletic as the visitors. The match concluded in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match stats (Bohemians Dublin vs St Patrick's Athletic):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corners: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
Bohemians Dublin continue their quest to climb from fifth place in the table after the first round. Their last five matches highlight inconsistent form: two wins, two draws, and a loss indicate issues with maintaining stable results. The visitors average 1.5 goals per game, conceding the same amount. In their previous head-to-head with Sligo Rovers, they played out a goalless draw, reflecting a cautious approach in such encounters.
Match Results: Bohemians Dublin
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 56;
- home team wins - 20, away team wins - 24, draws - 12.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Bohemians Dublin
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 vs 0;
- win percentage: 0% vs 0%;
- losses: 1 vs 0;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 4 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 3.
- Sligo Rovers have not lost in 8 of last 9 home games (Premier Division).
- Bohemians Dublin have not won in 7 of last 8 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.16, the guests - 1.18;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.34;
- both teams scored: overall - 22; at the home team's field - 9.
- Sligo Rovers have scored in 8 of last 9 games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 56;
- both teams scored all-time - 22 times;
- on the home team’s field - 9 times.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Bohemians Dublin
- number of matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 0;
- number of BTTS matches for Sligo Rovers at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Bohemians Dublin away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Sligo Rovers at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Bohemians Dublin away - 2 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
A hard-fought contest is anticipated between two teams with differing season objectives. Given Sligo Rovers' home game trends and their knack for avoiding defeats in front of their fans, a cautious style of play from both sides with limited goal-scoring opportunities is expected. The trend of under 2.5 goals has already been confirmed in Sligo Rovers' last six home matches, making it the most reasonable prediction for this outcome.