Drogheda vs Shelbourne Prediction 27 February 2026
🔊 The clash between Drogheda United and Shelbourne promises to be intriguing from both a tactical standpoint and considering the current form of the teams. Drogheda United have kicked off the season in style, sitting second in the table and showcasing solid performances in recent matches. Their defense is among the most reliable in the league. Meanwhile, Shelbourne are eager to climb higher from their sixth-place standing, making every point crucial for them. Both teams appear well-balanced in attack and defense, which could result in a tense and hard-fought encounter.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 22 September 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Drogheda United):
- ball possession percentage: 31% vs 69%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 5;
- fouls: 6 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Drogheda United and Shelbourne:
- played 46 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 14, for the away team - 17, draws - 15;
- number of goals - 57 against 72;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.11, in the 2nd half - 1.7;
- average total goals in the match - 2.8.
Head-to-head statistics Drogheda - Shelbourne
Drogheda United Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, with Dundalk playing at home against Drogheda United. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Drogheda United vs Dundalk):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 8;
- fouls: 13 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Drogheda United have made an impressive start to the season, with two wins and a draw propelling them to second place in the standings. The team stands out for their solid defensive play, conceding just three goals in their last five matches. Offensively, they are also performing well, averaging 1.33 goals per game. This provides a reasonable expectation that they could compete for top positions by the end of the season. However, it's too early to relax; last year, despite their efforts, the team finished only sixth in the league.
Match Results: Drogheda United
Shelbourne Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Premier Division (Shelbourne as the home side and Galway United as the visitors). The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the game stats (Shelbourne vs Galway United):
- possession: 69% vs 31%;
- corners: 7 vs 3;
- fouls: 9 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Shelbourne kicked off their Premier Division season with two draws, but the team remains ambitious and is traditionally seen as a contender for the top spots. Currently sitting in sixth place, they are determined to bounce back, especially in their away games. Despite their current standing in the table, their overall momentum is much more promising-three wins and two draws in their last five matches. Shelbourne's style of play is marked by tenacity and a willingness to fight until the final whistle.
Match Results: Shelbourne
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 46;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 6; for visitors away - 5; number of draws - 11;
- Average first-half total: 1.11;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.5, while the visitors net 0.61.
First-Half Stats: Drogheda United (home) vs Shelbourne (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 1 (100%) vs 1 (100%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 2 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 5 vs 2;
- losses: 1 vs 3;
- draws: 4 vs 5;
- Average first-half total: 1.2 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.2) vs 1.1 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.7).
- Drogheda United scored in the 1st half in last 6 home games.
- Drogheda United scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 46;
- home team wins - 14, away team wins - 17, draws - 15.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
- matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 2;
- wins: 2 vs 0;
- win percentage: 67% vs 0%;
- losses: 0 vs 0;
- draws: 1 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 2;
- losses: 2 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 4.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.24, the guests - 1.57;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.8;
- both teams scored: overall - 26; at the home team's field - 13.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
- average total in the tournament: 1.67 vs 2;
- average total goals scored: 1.33 vs 1;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.67 vs 0.5;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.67 vs 0.5;
- Drogheda United: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Shelbourne: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.83) vs 1 (away - 1).
- Drogheda United have scored in 10 of last 11 games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored in last 7 home games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored in 11 of last 12 games.
- Drogheda United have scored in 10 of last 11 games (Premier Division).
- Drogheda United have scored in last 7 home games.
Prediction on corners
Drogheda United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.33; at home field - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; at home field - 6.
Shelbourne: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 7.5, away - 8;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.3; away - 5.8.
- Shelbourne have taken over 4.5 corners in last 7 games (Premier Division).
- Shelbourne have taken over 4.5 corners in last 5 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 46;
- both teams scored all-time - 26 times;
- on the home team’s field - 13 times.
Statistics: Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
- number of matches played in the tournament: 3 vs 2;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for Drogheda United at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Shelbourne away - 1 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Drogheda United at home - 3 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Shelbourne away - 3 (60%).
- Drogheda United have scored and conceded in last 7 home games against Shelbourne (Premier Division).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (4/13, 30.8%);
- Drogheda United at home most often finish matches: 2:0 (1/1, 100%);
- Shelbourne away most often play: 1:1 (1/1, 100%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 13.66% (odds 5.5)
1:0 - 12.36% (odds 8)
0:0 - 12.29% (odds 6.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering current trends, we can anticipate both teams to be active in both defense and attack. The statistics suggest a high likelihood of both teams finding the net, as evidenced by previous head-to-head encounters where Drogheda consistently scored at home against Shelbourne. In the last seven matches at Drogheda United's stadium, both sides have always traded goals. Given the current form of the opponents, this scenario seems the most likely in the upcoming match.No comments
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