Bohemians vs Waterford Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 16 October 2026
🔊 Bohemians and Waterford meet in the League of Ireland Premier Division just a week after their cup semi-final, giving the hosts a quick chance to make amends for that defeat. The schedule has not been kind to the Dublin side, though: after the cup tie they had another league match to play, while Waterford head into this one with an extra emotional lift from reaching the national cup final. In the table, Bohemians are among the leading group, while the visitors are fighting for a more comfortable position in the lower half of mid-table. The hosts have been more productive in front of goal over the course of the season, but recent meetings suggest that the gap in league standing does not guarantee them an easy game.
Head-to-head history: evenly matched overall, but Waterford have held the edge in recent meetings
📊 The overall head-to-head record is almost perfectly balanced: across 45 meetings, Bohemians have won 18, Waterford 17, with ten draws. The average total is 2.49 goals, and both teams have scored in 56% of those meetings. In their three previous league matches in 2026, each side has won once, with one draw. In the August meeting, Waterford scored three goals. These numbers mean Bohemians cannot be considered a clear favourite simply on the basis of their higher league position. When assessing this fixture, current form and their recent cup meeting are more relevant factors.
Head-to-head statistics Bohemians - Waterford
Bohemians boast a potent attack, but their packed schedule and recent dip in form raise concerns
Bohemians have had a productive season: after 33 league matches the club have scored 58 goals, one of the better tallies in the division. The 40 goals conceded suggest the defence does not always hold up under pressure. The team are capable of creating chances and maintaining a high tempo, but when facing opponents who exploit space well, they need to be more careful with their positioning after losing the ball.
Going into this match, Bohemians' schedule has been particularly demanding. In a short space of time they played a cup semi-final and then a league match against Shamrock Rovers. Back-to-back defeats in those two games ended a positive run and may have an effect on both physical freshness and confidence in the final third. That said, home advantage and the quality of their attack mean Bohemians can still expect to create chances, even against a side that has improved noticeably in recent months.
The table situation adds further significance: Bohemians sit third on 59 points and still have a chance to improve their position in the upper half of the standings. Dropping points against a side from the bottom half would be an unwelcome result, so the hosts need to avoid getting too carried away in attack and leaving Waterford room to counter.
Match Results: Bohemians Dublin
Waterford: Managerial Boost and a Dangerous Attacking Duo
Waterford have been noticeably transformed since Graham Coughlan's appointment. A side that had previously struggled badly to pick up points has been getting positive results more regularly and managed to reach the FAI Cup final. Club representatives have pointed to intensive work on the training ground and more effective use of the forwards' strengths as key factors in that progress. The attacking partnership of Pádraig Amond and Tommy Lonergan is particularly dangerous: both are capable of exploiting space in the box, and Lonergan comes into the match on the back of some impressive performances for the Republic of Ireland under-21s.
In the league, Waterford have collected 34 points from 32 matches and scored 44 goals. They have conceded more - 54 - so the visitors' defence cannot be considered reliable. However, in recent months the team have become more competitive even against sides higher up the table. One important asset for Waterford is their ability to transition quickly from defence to attack and to make use of set pieces. If Bohemians push their defensive line too high, the visitors will have opportunities for quick breaks.
The cup run has given the squad a confidence boost, but that lift does not remove the need to stay focused in the league. Waterford remain in the lower reaches of the table, which means every point they pick up matters.
Match Results: Waterford United
🟨 Yellow Cards Prediction
The rematch following the cup semi-final adds an edge to this fixture. Bohemians will be looking to make amends in front of their own supporters, while Waterford will want to prove their previous win was no fluke. In that context, midfield battles and the home side's attempts to stop the visitors' quick breaks are likely to play a significant role. Total Cards - Over 3.5 looks a reasonable selection.
⚽ Goals Prediction
Bohemians have scored 58 goals in 33 league matches, but have been dropping points more frequently in recent games. Waterford, for their part, have improved in attack and have forwards capable of punishing opponents who push their defensive line high. The visitors have also conceded 54 goals in 32 league rounds, so there is little reason to expect a solid defensive display from them. Both Teams to Score - Yes at 1.50* is worth considering.
🚩 Corner Kick Prediction
Bohemians need the win and at home may look to dominate possession, push attacks down the flanks and deliver balls into the box. Waterford are capable of hitting back on the counter-attack, which can also result in corners. The four previous head-to-head meetings this season have seen a high corner count, so I prefer Total Corners - Over 10.5 at 1.62*.
*Odds are indicative and may vary between bookmakers.
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Bohemians have a more prolific attack and are playing at home, but a congested schedule and recent poor results make things harder for the hosts. Waterford have picked up momentum under Graham Coughlan and have already shown they can cause problems for the Dublin side. I'm expecting a competitive match in which both teams will have chances to score. Final bet: Both Teams to Score - Yes. Correct score prediction: 2-1 to Bohemians.
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