Drogheda vs Shelbourne Prediction 19 June 2026
🔊 Drogheda United approach this fixture on the back of a challenging run, having lost three of their last five matches and still hovering close to the relegation zone. Shelbourne, on the other hand, have shown real consistency in recent weeks-three wins and two draws from their last five outings underline their status as the more stable side in this contest. The contrast between the hosts’ struggles and the visitors’ confident form could prove decisive in this head-to-head.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official meeting between these sides took place on 24 April 2026 and ended in a thrilling 4-3 scoreline. Here’s a breakdown of the key statistics from that match, with Shelbourne playing at home:
- Possession: 57% vs 43%;
- Corners: 6 vs 2;
- Fouls committed: 13 vs 9;
- Yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 7 vs 5.
📊 A statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between Drogheda United and Shelbourne:
- They have faced off 48 times;
- The hosts have claimed 15 wins, while the visitors have registered 18 victories, with 15 draws;
- Total goals scored: Drogheda United - 62, Shelbourne - 77;
- Average first-half goals: 1.13; average second-half goals: 1.77;
- Average total goals per match: 2.9.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Drogheda United Team Overview
The team's most recent official fixture took place on in the Premier Division, with St Patrick's Athletic playing host to Drogheda United. The match ended in a 2-0 victory for the home side.
Here’s a breakdown of the key match stats (Drogheda United vs St Patrick's Athletic):
- Possession: 36% vs 64%;
- Corners: 5 vs 12;
- Fouls: 11 vs 15;
- Yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 3 vs 5.
Drogheda remain motivated to secure their place outside the relegation zone, currently sitting eighth in the table. Over their last ten matches, the hosts have averaged 1.4 goals scored per game but have conceded even more-1.8 goals on average. They have failed to win any of their previous five fixtures, suffering three defeats and earning two draws, with defensive lapses proving a consistent issue. However, the high-scoring nature of Drogheda’s home games keeps fans engaged and the outcome unpredictable.
Match Results: Drogheda United
Shelbourne Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Premier Division, with Shelbourne hosting Shamrock Rovers. That encounter ended 2-1.
Here’s a breakdown of the key stats from Shelbourne vs Shamrock Rovers:
- Possession: 25% vs 75%;
- Corners: 1 vs 5;
- Fouls: 11 vs 7;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 2 vs 4.
Shelbourne sit near the top of the table, displaying a solid balance between attack and defence - averaging 1.45 goals scored and 1.35 conceded per match this season. The visitors are unbeaten in their last eight outings, recording four draws and four wins. Their ambition to secure a European spot remains alive, as the gap is still manageable for a strong push in the standings.
Match Results: Shelbourne
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head:
- Matches played - 48;
- First-half wins at home - 7; away - 5; draws - 11;
- Average first-half total: 1.13;
- Today’s hosts average 0.5 goals in the first half, while the visitors score 0.63 on average.
First-Half Stats: Drogheda United (home) vs Shelbourne (away)
- Matches played in the competition: 10 vs 8;
- Wins: 4 (40%) vs 3 (37.5%);
- Losses: 3 (30%) vs 2 (25%);
- Draws: 3 (30%) vs 3 (37.5%);
- Average goals scored: 1.4 vs 1.38;
- Average goals conceded: 0.7 vs 0.63.
Last 10 Matches (overall):
- Wins: 1 vs 3;
- Losses: 5 vs 1;
- Draws: 4 vs 6;
- Average first-half total: 1.2 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.9) vs 0.9 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.3).
- Shelbourne have drawn the first half in six of their last seven Premier Division fixtures.
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 48;
- Home wins - 15, Away wins - 18, Draws - 15.
Stats: Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
- Matches in the competition: 20 vs 20;
- Wins: 5 vs 7;
- Win percentage: 25% vs 35%;
- Losses: 9 vs 5;
- Draws: 6 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 4;
- Losses: 4 vs 2;
- Draws: 3 vs 4.
- Drogheda United have failed to win at home in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head meetings with Shelbourne (Premier Division).
- Shelbourne are unbeaten in 10 of their last 11 away matches (Premier Division).
- Shelbourne are on an 8-match unbeaten run (Premier Division).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-head (average total goals):
- Home side - 1.29, Away side - 1.6;
- Overall head-to-head average - 2.9;
- Both teams scored: overall - 28 times; at Drogheda’s home - 14 times.
Average goals stats: Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
- In the league: 2.95 vs 2.8;
- Goals scored per match: 1.25 vs 1.45;
- First half: 0.45 vs 0.6;
- Second half: 0.8 vs 0.85;
- Drogheda United home average - 1.2;
- Shelbourne away average - 1.63;
- Last 10 matches: 1.4 (home - 1.5) vs 1.4 (away - 1.25).
- Drogheda United have found the net in 12 of their last 13 head-to-head meetings with Shelbourne (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored at home in eight consecutive head-to-head clashes (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored in 11 of their last 12 matches.
- Drogheda United have scored in 10 of their last 11 Premier Division fixtures.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 48;
- Both teams scored overall - 28 times;
- At Drogheda’s home - 14 times.
Stats: Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
- Matches played in the competition: 20 vs 20;
- Matches this season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 13 vs 15;
- Drogheda United BTTS at home - 5 (50%);
- Shelbourne BTTS away - 6 (75%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS matches: 7 vs 7;
- Drogheda United BTTS at home - 2 (50%);
- Shelbourne BTTS away - 2 (50%).
- Drogheda United have both scored and conceded at home in eight consecutive head-to-head meetings with Shelbourne (Premier Division).
Correct Score Prediction
Most frequent results (current season):
- Most common scoreline in the league: 1-1 (13/101, 12.9%);
- Drogheda United’s most frequent home results: 0-0, 1-0 (2/10, 20%);
- Shelbourne’s most frequent away result: 1-2 (3/8, 37.5%).
Based on statistical analysis and probability distribution, the algorithm’s top three predicted outcomes:
1-1 - 12.57% (odds: 6.5)
0-1 - 11.59% (odds: 7)
1-2 - 9.5% (odds: 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The match is shaping up to be an open contest, with both sides consistently scoring more than once per game. Recent head-to-head meetings suggest a high probability of both teams finding the net, especially when Drogheda United play at home-they regularly score on their own turf against this opponent but are just as prone to defensive lapses. Shelbourne’s current form also points toward a high-scoring affair, as they haven’t failed to score in quite some time. Our main prediction: both teams to score (yes).
Will this prediction come true?
Betting Tips: Drogheda United - Shelbourne
in 6 of last 7 games (Premier Division)..svg)
in 6 of last 7 home games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).in 10 of last 11 away games (Premier Division).in last 8 games (Premier Division).in 8 of last 9 away games against Drogheda United.in 22 of last 23 away games.in 20 of last 21 games (Premier Division).in 13 of last 14 away games (Premier Division).in last 10 home games against Shelbourne.in last 9 home games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).in last 14 away games (Premier Division).in last 10 away games.Comparison of Teams Stats
Other predictions
