Drogheda vs Shamrock Prediction 16 March 2026
⚽️ In this match, Drogheda United host Shamrock Rovers. Both teams aim to solidify their standings on the table, but their forms differ. Drogheda have been inconsistent, suffering a string of three defeats, while Shamrock consistently pick up points and sit in third place. A tense game is expected, given the visitors' motivation to maintain their high position.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 12 September 2025 and ended with a score of 1:1. Let's compare the statistics from that encounter (home team - Drogheda United):
- ball possession percentage: 42% vs 58%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Drogheda United and Shamrock Rovers:
- played 52 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 6, for the away team - 37, draws - 9;
- number of goals - 36 against 107;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.02, in the 2nd half - 1.73;
- average total goals in the match - 2.75.
Head-to-head statistics Drogheda - Shamrock
Drogheda United Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, with St Patrick's Athletic hosting Drogheda United. The match concluded with a 4-1 scoreline.
Here are the game stats (Drogheda United vs St Patrick's Athletic):
- possession percentage: 34% vs 66%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 3;
- fouls: 14 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 3 vs 8.
Drogheda United are currently in 7th place, showing inconsistent form. Over their last five matches, they've secured one win, one draw, and suffered three losses. With an average of 1.17 goals scored per game, their attack lacks confidence. However, they remain a threat to opponents at home, thanks to their disciplined defensive play.
Match Results: Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers Team Overview
The most recent official match for the current visitors took place on in the Premier Division, featuring Sligo Rovers as the home side and Shamrock Rovers as the visitors. The match concluded with a 0-2 scoreline.
Here are the match stats (Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corners: 7 vs 1;
- fouls: 16 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
Shamrock Rovers sit in third place and continue their strong performance in the league. Over the last five matches, they have secured two wins and two draws, showcasing solid form from an attacking standpoint with an average of 1.67 goals per game. Their defense is also noteworthy, conceding an average of just one goal per match.
Match Results: Shamrock Rovers
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 52;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 3; for visitors away - 8; number of draws - 15;
- Average first-half total: 1.02;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.33, while the visitors net 0.69.
First-Half Stats: Drogheda United (home) vs Shamrock Rovers (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 2 vs 3;
- wins: 2 (100%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 1 (33.33%);
- Average goals scored: 1.5 vs 2.33;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 4;
- losses: 2 vs 1;
- draws: 3 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.6 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.6).
- Drogheda United scored in the 1st half in last 7 home games.
- Drogheda United scored in the 1st half in last 6 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 52;
- home team wins - 6, away team wins - 37, draws - 9.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers
- matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- wins: 2 vs 3;
- win percentage: 33% vs 50%;
- losses: 3 vs 1;
- draws: 1 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 6;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Shamrock Rovers have not lost in 8 of last 9 games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.69, the guests - 2.06;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.75;
- both teams scored: overall - 26; at the home team's field - 10.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers
- average total in the tournament: 2.67 vs 2.67;
- average total goals scored: 1.17 vs 1.67;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.67 vs 0.83;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.5 vs 0.83;
- Drogheda United: average total at home in the tournament - 1.5;
- Shamrock Rovers: average total away in the tournament - 2;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.8) vs 1.9 (away - 2).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Drogheda United games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Drogheda United home games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in last 5 Drogheda United games (Premier Division).
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 13 of last 14 Shamrock Rovers games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 12 of last 13 Shamrock Rovers away games.
- Over 1.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Shamrock Rovers games (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 52;
- both teams scored all-time - 26 times;
- on the home team’s field - 10 times.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 3;
- number of BTTS matches for Drogheda United at home - 1 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Shamrock Rovers away - 2 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Drogheda United at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS matches for Shamrock Rovers away - 4 (80%).
- Shamrock Rovers have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 away games.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:0 (4/30, 13.3%), 1:1 (4/30, 13.3%);
- Drogheda United at home most often finish matches: 1:2 , 2:0 (1/2, 50%);
- Shamrock Rovers away most often play: 0:2 , 2:2 , 3:2 (1/3, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.62% (odds 5.8)
0:1 - 10.09% (odds 5.6)
1:2 - 9.1% (odds 8)
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Considering the trends and current form of both teams, it's reasonable to expect a dynamic interaction on the field with a potential for both sides to score. The trend highlights Shamrock's tendency to both score and concede goals on the road-this has occurred in six of their last seven away matches. Based on this, the most likely outcome is that both teams will score.No comments
Betting Tips: Drogheda United - Shamrock Rovers
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