Derry City vs Shelbourne Prediction 19 September 2025
🔊 In the upcoming fixture, Derry City host Shelbourne at the Brandywell Stadium. This promises to be a tense encounter as both teams are vying for top spots in the standings. The hosts currently sit in second place and are eager to solidify their position among the league leaders, yet their recent form raises questions, with only two wins in their last five matches. Shelbourne enter the game in a more confident state, having secured three victories over the same period, which keeps them in fourth place and competitive in the race for the top. Given the cautious style of both teams and their head-to-head statistics, this match could very well be a restrained affair focused on tactics, where the cost of a mistake is too high.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 20 June 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Shelbourne):
- ball possession percentage: 47% vs 53%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 2;
- fouls: 13 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Derry City and Shelbourne:
- played 40 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 23, for the away team - 6, draws - 11;
- number of goals - 61 against 23;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.95, in the 2nd half - 1.15;
- average total goals in the match - 2.1.
Head-to-head statistics Derry City - Shelbourne
Derry City Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, featuring Bohemians Dublin at home against Derry City. The thrilling encounter ended 3-4.
Here are the match statistics (Derry City vs Bohemians Dublin):
- possession: 37% vs 63%;
- corners: 5 vs 9;
- fouls: 12 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 0;
- shots on target: 7 vs 10.
Derry City traditionally hold a spot near the top of the table thanks to their organized and disciplined play, yet vulnerabilities in defense occasionally surface. This season, the team averages 1.47 goals per match, but their defensive form raises some concerns: just two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five outings. Adding to the worries is their recent head-to-head with Shelbourne, which ended in defeat. Moreover, their home record isn't in the Candystripes' favor-just four wins from their last ten attempts highlight the challenges they face on their own turf.
Match Results: Derry City
Shelbourne Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Premier Division, facing Shelbourne away from home. Galway United came out on the losing side with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here's the match stats (Shelbourne vs Galway United):
- possession: 70% vs 30%;
- corners: 9 vs 1;
- fouls: 7 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
Shelbourne enter the match in solid form, having secured three consecutive victories before suffering two defeats, which underscores their stability and competitiveness. On average, the Reds score 1.25 goals per game while conceding 1.04, a balance that allows them to confidently hold onto fourth place after 28 rounds. The team is known for their rapid counterattacks and their ability to exploit opponents' weaknesses effectively. Their away record is particularly impressive, with four wins in their last six road games, showcasing their strength away from home.
Match Results: Shelbourne
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 40;
- home team wins - 23, away team wins - 6, draws - 11.
Statistics: Derry City vs Shelbourne
- matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 28;
- wins: 14 vs 10;
- win percentage: 47% vs 36%;
- losses: 9 vs 6;
- draws: 7 vs 12.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 5;
- losses: 3 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 1.
- Derry City have drawn in last 4 home games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.53, the guests - 0.58;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.1;
- both teams scored: overall - 13; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Derry City vs Shelbourne
- average total in the tournament: 2.63 vs 2.29;
- average total goals scored: 1.47 vs 1.25;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.7 vs 0.64;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.77 vs 0.61;
- Derry City: average total at home in the tournament - 1.8;
- Shelbourne: average total away in the tournament - 1.15;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.2 (home - 2.2) vs 1.3 (away - 1.2).
- Derry City have scored under 1.5 goals in 14 of last 15 games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).
- Derry City have scored under 1.5 goals in 6 of last 7 home games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Derry City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.5; at home field - 5.27;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.9; at home field - 6.
Shelbourne: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.96, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.8; away - 2.4.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 0.86 (0.43 for home team and 0.43 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.05 (0.24 for home team and 0.81 for away team).
Derry City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.1; at home - 2.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.4; at home - 2.6.
Shelbourne: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.64, away - 2.85;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 40;
- both teams scored all-time - 13 times;
- on the home team’s field - 7 times.
Statistics: Derry City vs Shelbourne
- number of matches played in the tournament: 30 vs 28;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 16 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Derry City at home - 9 (60%);
- number of BTTS matches for Shelbourne away - 7 (54%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for Derry City at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Shelbourne away - 1 (20%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Derry City this season blends organized attacking play with defensive vulnerabilities, resulting in inconsistent outcomes in recent fixtures. Shelbourne stand out with solid away form, averaging 1.25 goals scored and conceding just over one per game. This approach makes them pragmatic but capable of posing a challenge even on the road. Considering the head-to-head history and current form of both sides, a cautious and tactical encounter is anticipated. Editorial prediction: under 2.5 goals, given the low-scoring nature of recent matches for both teams.
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