Sligo Rovers FC vs Shelbourne Prediction 21 March 2026
⚽️ The clash between Sligo Rovers and Shelbourne promises to be intriguing. The teams are currently in contrasting form, adding an extra layer of suspense to the match. Sligo Rovers are grappling with inconsistency, while Shelbourne display confidence both in attack and defense. A tense battle for points is anticipated, given the competitive ambitions of both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 17 October 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 3:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Shelbourne):
- ball possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 6;
- fouls: 8 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 10 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Sligo Rovers and Shelbourne:
- played 20 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 6, for the away team - 11, draws - 3;
- number of goals - 21 against 28;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.4, in the 2nd half - 1.05;
- average total goals in the match - 2.45.
Head-to-head statistics Sligo Rovers FC - Shelbourne
Sligo Rovers Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, with Dundalk playing at home against Sligo Rovers. The game concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Sligo Rovers vs Dundalk):
- possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 4;
- fouls: 10 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
Sligo Rovers are currently sitting in 9th place and have been struggling in recent matches, with just one win in their last five games. The team has been finding it difficult to score, averaging only 0.7 goals per match, while conceding quite frequently at a rate of 1.6 goals. Their recent results don't inspire confidence, with losses outweighing victories. They will need to make significant improvements in their performances to keep their hopes for a successful season alive.
Match Results: Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place on in the Premier Division, with Shelbourne hosting Bohemians Dublin. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match stats (Shelbourne vs Bohemians Dublin):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corners: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 13 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 0 vs 6.
Shelbourne sit in 5th place on the table and appear more confident than their opponents. The team consistently earns points thanks to their balanced play: they average 1.5 goals per match while maintaining a solid defense, conceding just 1.3. With only one loss in their last ten matches, they demonstrate strong form.
Match Results: Shelbourne
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 20;
- home team wins - 6, away team wins - 11, draws - 3.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne
- matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- wins: 1 vs 2;
- win percentage: 14% vs 29%;
- losses: 5 vs 1;
- draws: 1 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 3;
- losses: 6 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 5.
- Sligo Rovers have lost in 5 of last 6 home games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).
- Shelbourne have won in 5 of last 6 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.05, the guests - 1.4;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.45;
- both teams scored: overall - 12; at the home team's field - 4.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne
- average total in the tournament: 2 vs 2.71;
- average total goals scored: 0.43 vs 1.43;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.29 vs 0.71;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.14 vs 0.71;
- Sligo Rovers: average total at home in the tournament - 0.67;
- Shelbourne: average total away in the tournament - 1.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.7 (home - 0.75) vs 1.5 (away - 1.2).
- Shelbourne have conceded in 8 of last 9 games.
Prediction on corners
Sligo Rovers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.86; at home field - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.3; at home field - 3.
Shelbourne: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.29, away - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.9; away - 5.4.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 20;
- both teams scored all-time - 12 times;
- on the home team’s field - 4 times.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne
- number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 2 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for Sligo Rovers at home - 1 (33%);
- number of BTTS matches for Shelbourne away - 3 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Sligo Rovers at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Shelbourne 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%);
- Sligo Rovers at home most often finish matches: 0:2 , 0:4 , 2:1 (1/3, 33.3%);
- Shelbourne away most often play: 1:2 (2/3, 66.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 12.53% (odds 6.2)
0:1 - 12.44% (odds 6)
0:2 - 10.19% (odds 7.6)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form and head-to-head encounters, the advantage in this match seems to lie with the visitors. Shelbourne are consistently picking up points on the road, having won 5 out of their last 6 league matches, which speaks to their solid organization away from home. Another argument is the head-to-head statistics: Sligo Rovers have lost at home to Shelbourne in 5 of their last 6 meetings. This indicates that the hosts face significant challenges in this matchup.Even with the home advantage, Sligo do not appear reliable, whereas Shelbourne are in more confident form and know how to capitalize on their chances. In this scenario, betting on a Shelbourne victory seems the most logical and well-founded choice.
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