Derry City vs Drogheda Prediction
⚽️ The clash between Derry City and Drogheda United promises to be intriguing. Both teams have shown inconsistent form in recent matches, yet they each possess certain strengths. Considering Derry City's home record and their scoring ability, alongside the resilience of the visitors from Drogheda United, we are in for an exciting encounter. Tournament motivation is also at play, as both teams need points to improve their standings on the table.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 26 September 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Drogheda United):
- ball possession percentage: 42% vs 58%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 6;
- fouls: 7 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 5;
- shots on target: 9 vs 8.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Derry City and Drogheda United:
- played 53 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 20, for the away team - 15, draws - 18;
- number of goals - 81 against 56;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.06, in the 2nd half - 1.53;
- average total goals in the match - 2.58.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Derry City Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the Premier Division, featuring St. Patrick's Athletic as the home side and Derry City as the visitors. The match ended in a goalless draw, 0-0.
Here are the match statistics (Derry City vs St. Patrick's Athletic):
- possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 16 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 0;
- shots on target: 2 vs 2.
Derry City currently sit in 6th place on the table. Their form has dipped, with just one win and one draw in their last five matches, highlighting their struggle to secure results. Over their last ten games, they've managed only four victories, indicating some challenges. Despite an average of 1.29 goals conceded per game, they are capable of generating chances at the opponent's end, with an average of 1.4 goals scored per match at home.
Match Results: Derry City
Drogheda United Team Overview
The visitors' last official match took place on in the Premier Division, where Drogheda United hosted Shamrock Rovers. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here's a breakdown of the match statistics (Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers):
- possession: 34% vs 66%;
- corners: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 9 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 2.
Drogheda United currently sit 8th in the league standings, striving to stabilize their form after a string of losses and draws. In their last ten matches, they've secured four wins, suffered three defeats, and drawn three times, highlighting their inconsistency. However, their defensive resilience is noteworthy, as they often achieve successful results with a +1.5 handicap.
Match Results: Drogheda United
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 53;
- home team wins - 20, away team wins - 15, draws - 18.
Statistics: Derry City vs Drogheda United
- matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- win percentage: 29% vs 29%;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 4;
- draws: 2 vs 3.
- Drogheda United won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 games.
- Drogheda United won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.53, the guests - 1.06;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.58;
- both teams scored: overall - 29; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Derry City vs Drogheda United
- average total in the tournament: 2.57 vs 2.29;
- average total goals scored: 1.29 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.14 vs 0.57;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.14 vs 0.43;
- Derry City: average total at home in the tournament - 1.8;
- Drogheda United: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.83) vs 1.3 (away - 1).
- Derry City have conceded in 9 of last 10 home games.
- Derry City have conceded in last 6 home games (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored in 10 of last 11 games.
- Drogheda United have scored in 9 of last 10 games (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored in 8 of last 9 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 53;
- both teams scored all-time - 29 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Statistics: Derry City vs Drogheda United
- number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 4 vs 4;
- number of BTTS matches for Derry City at home - 4 (80%);
- number of BTTS matches for Drogheda United away - 3 (75%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Derry City at home - 5 (83%);
- BTTS matches for Drogheda United away - 4 (80%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 0:0 (5/35, 14.3%), 1:0 (5/35, 14.3%);
- Derry City at home most often finish matches: 0:1 , 1:2 , 2:1 , 2:2 , 4:2 (1/5, 20%);
- Drogheda United away most often play: 0:1 , 1:1 , 2:1 , 4:1 (1/4, 25%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 10.7% (odds 5.65)
1:1 - 10.24% (odds 6.41)
2:1 - 9.68% (odds 6.77)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Based on the analysis of team form, the most logical choice would be to bet on Drogheda United with a +1.5 goal handicap. This option is supported by the visiting team's consistent trend of avoiding heavy defeats in recent matches, giving them a chance to withstand a significant loss even against a stronger opponent.
Betting Tips: Derry City - Drogheda United
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