Dundalk vs Drogheda Prediction 20 February 2026
⚽️ The upcoming clash between Dundalk and Drogheda United promises to be a thrilling contest. Both teams have been in good form recently. Dundalk sit in 4th place, delivering consistent performances at home, although they often concede goals. Meanwhile, Drogheda United top the league standings, showcasing impressive away form with strong scoring capabilities. Both sides have a tendency for high-scoring matches, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this encounter.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Dundalk and Drogheda United:
- played 45 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 26, for the away team - 11, draws - 8;
- number of goals - 85 against 44;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.2, in the 2nd half - 1.67;
- average total goals in the match - 2.87.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Dundalk Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, with Derry City hosting Dundalk. The game ended in a 2-2 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Dundalk vs Derry City):
- possession: 36% vs 64%;
- corners: 3 vs 11;
- fouls: 12 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 10.
Dundalk have just returned to the Premier Division and have already faced Derry City, managing to secure a draw. In terms of their current form, they've claimed three wins, suffered one defeat, and drawn once in their last five outings. The attack remains a strong suit for the team, averaging 2 goals per game over the past ten matches. However, their defense appears less reliable, conceding around 1.4 goals per match. Currently sitting in fourth place, Dundalk are eager to solidify their position in the upper part of the table early in the season. Their strong home performances and successful head-to-head record against Drogheda United, where they often come out on top, add an extra layer of confidence.
Match Results: Dundalk
Drogheda United Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Premier Division, where Drogheda United hosted Waterford United. The encounter concluded with a 2-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Drogheda United vs Waterford United):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 6 vs 11;
- fouls: 17 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Drogheda United head into the match riding a three-game winning streak. Two victories in the opening rounds of the Premier Division have propelled the team to the top of the table. Their defense ranks among the most reliable in the league, conceding an average of just one goal per game. Offensively, the team remains consistent: Drogheda regularly finds a way to breach opponents' defenses and is capable of scoring at least one goal in nearly every match. This balance instills confidence even when facing strong opponents.
Match Results: Drogheda United
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 45;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 13; for visitors away - 5; number of draws - 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.2;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.76, while the visitors net 0.44.
First-Half Stats: Dundalk (home) vs Drogheda United (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 1;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 1 (100%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 0;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 5;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 4 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.3 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.4) vs 1.3 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.3).
- Dundalk scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 45;
- home team wins - 26, away team wins - 11, draws - 8.
Statistics: Dundalk vs Drogheda United
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 2;
- wins: 0 vs 2;
- win percentage: 0% vs 100%;
- losses: 0 vs 0;
- draws: 1 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 5;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 4 vs 3.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.89, the guests - 0.98;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.87;
- both teams scored: overall - 25; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Dundalk vs Drogheda United
- average total in the tournament: 4 vs 1.5;
- average total goals scored: 2 vs 1.5;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 1;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.5;
- Dundalk: average total at home in the tournament - 0;
- Drogheda United: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.2 (home - 3) vs 1.4 (away - 0.75).
- Dundalk have conceded in 9 of last 10 games (Premier Division).
- Dundalk have conceded in 8 of last 9 home games.
- Drogheda United have scored in 10 of last 11 games.
- Drogheda United have scored in 9 of last 10 games (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Dundalk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3; at home field - 0;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; at home field - 5.2.
Drogheda United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.5, away - 7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.9; away - 5.75.
- Drogheda United have taken over 3.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 45;
- both teams scored all-time - 25 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Statistics: Dundalk vs Drogheda United
- number of matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 2;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 0;
- number of BTTS matches for Dundalk at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Drogheda United away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 8 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Dundalk at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS matches for Drogheda United away - 2 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In this matchup, it's reasonable to consider that Drogheda United will score. Dundalk are still not showing reliability in defense, having conceded in 9 of their last 10 Premier Division games. Even with decent overall results, their defense frequently makes errors, allowing opponents to create chances. Given that Drogheda are in good form and consistently find the net in nearly every match, predicting them to score seems well-founded and statistically supported.
Betting Tips: Dundalk - Drogheda United
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