Shamrock vs Waterford Prediction
🔊 This match promises an exciting clash between the league leaders and their ambitious challengers. Shamrock Rovers, boasting an impressive run with eight wins in their last ten outings, aim to maintain their top spot in the standings. Their attack is both efficient and prolific, making them strong favorites. Meanwhile, Waterford United sit near the bottom of the table, eager to improve their position. They show persistence, especially on the road, but face defensive challenges. It will be intriguing to see if they can disrupt the home side's dominance or inevitably succumb to defeat.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 16 May 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:3. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Waterford United):
- ball possession percentage: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 2;
- fouls: 6 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 5.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Shamrock Rovers Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Premier Division tournament (home team - Bohemians Dublin, away team - Shamrock Rovers). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.
Here's the game statistics (Shamrock Rovers vs Bohemians Dublin):
- ball possession: 59% vs 41%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 5;
- fouls: 12 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 2 vs 6.
Shamrock Rovers continue to impress with their performances this season. Sitting at the top of the table, they boast a formidable attack, averaging 1.78 goals per game, and a solid defense, conceding just 0.91 goals on average. The Hoops are renowned for their aggressive playstyle and ball control abilities. In their last ten matches, they've secured eight victories, highlighting their confidence and consistent form. The most recent head-to-head ended with Waterford claiming a 3-1 win as the visitors; this result could serve as extra motivation for Shamrock Rovers to seek revenge.
Match Results: Shamrock Rovers
Waterford United Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Premier Division tournament (home team - Waterford United, away - Shelbourne). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:2.
Here are the match stats (Waterford United vs Shelbourne):
- ball possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 7;
- fouls: 12 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 6.
Waterford United are striving to climb the league standings, currently sitting in eighth place after a mixed start to the season. The team boasts a potentially dangerous attack, having scored at least one goal in nearly all of their recent league matches (10 out of 11). However, their defense presents issues, with an average of 1.62 goals conceded per game this season, which could prove decisive against more organized teams like Shamrock Rovers.
Match Results: Waterford United
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Shamrock Rovers (Home) vs Waterford United (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 10;
- Number of wins: 7 (63.64%) vs 4 (40%);
- Number of losses: 0 (0%) vs 4 (40%);
- Number of draws: 4 (36.36%) vs 2 (20%);
- Average total goals scored: 1.18 vs 1.2;
- Average total goals conceded: 0 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 5;
- Number of losses: 1 vs 2;
- Number of draws: 6 vs 3;
- Average first half total: 1.5 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.6 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.6).
- Shamrock Rovers scored in the 1st half in 8 of last 9 home games against Waterford United (Premier Division).
- Shamrock Rovers scored in the 1st half in last 5 games against Waterford United (Premier Division).
Prediction on the outcome
Statistics: Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford United
- matches played in the tournament: 23 vs 21;
- wins: 13 vs 8;
- win percentage: 57% vs 38%;
- losses: 4 vs 10;
- draws: 6 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 8 vs 5;
- losses: 1 vs 2;
- draws: 1 vs 3.
- Shamrock Rovers have won in 17 of last 18 games against Waterford United (Premier Division).
- Shamrock Rovers have won in 8 of last 9 home games against Waterford United (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
Statistics: Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford United
- average total in the tournament: 2.7 vs 2.76;
- average total goals scored: 1.78 vs 1.14;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.87 vs 0.71;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.91 vs 0.43;
- Shamrock Rovers: average total at home in the tournament - 2.18;
- Waterford United: average total away in the tournament - 1.1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.2 (home - 2.6) vs 1.5 (away - 1.25).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Shamrock Rovers games against Waterford United (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Shamrock Rovers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.35; at home field - 6.55;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.1; at home field - 7.6.
Waterford United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.81, away - 4.1;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 5.5.
- Over 9.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Waterford United away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.44 (0.72 for home team and 0.72 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.89 (0.84 for home team and 1.05 for away team).
Shamrock Rovers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.26; at home - 1.82;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; at home - 1.4.
Waterford United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.71, away - 2.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.1; away - 3.25.
Prediction on BTTS
Statistics: Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford United
- number of matches played in the tournament: 23 vs 21;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 13 vs 12;
- number of BTS matches for Shamrock Rovers at home - 4 (36%);
- number of BTS matches for Waterford United away - 5 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Shamrock Rovers at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Waterford United away - 2 (50%).
- Shamrock Rovers have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games against Waterford United (Premier Division).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
We anticipate a dynamic clash between two teams with different ambitions this season: Shamrock Rovers aim to solidify their lead, while Waterford United are eager to climb above mid-table. Considering the current form of both sides and their head-to-head history, we can expect a high-paced game with plenty of chances at both ends. Given that the over 2.5 goals bet has hit in six of their last seven encounters, this seems like the most compelling prediction for the match.
Betting Tips: Shamrock Rovers - Waterford United
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