Sligo Rovers FC vs Saint Patr. Prediction
🔊 The clash between Sligo Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic promises to deliver a tense and thrilling encounter for fans. The hosts are eager to climb the league standings and will be looking to succeed through disciplined play and quick counterattacks. Meanwhile, the visitors are solidly positioned at the top of the table, boasting a formidable attacking prowess that often proves decisive in their matches. This sets the stage for a duel of styles: St Patrick's aggressive pressing against Sligo Rovers' attempts to neutralize their opponents with smart defense and counterplay. The main intrigue lies in whether the hosts can withstand the visitors' high tempo and impose their own game plan.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 10 August 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 3:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Saint Patrick´s Athletic):
- ball possession percentage: 61% vs 39%;
- corner kicks: 11 vs 5;
- fouls: 8 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 13 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Sligo Rovers and Saint Patrick´s Athletic:
- played 54 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 14, for the away team - 25, draws - 15;
- number of goals - 53 against 69;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.02, in the 2nd half - 1.24;
- average total goals in the match - 2.26.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Sligo Rovers Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the Premier Division, with Galway United hosting Sligo Rovers. The match ended with a scoreline of 0-1.
Here are the match statistics (Sligo Rovers vs Galway United):
- possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
- corners: 4 vs 6;
- fouls: 5 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Sligo Rovers are going through a turbulent phase this season. In their last five games, they've secured two wins, drawn twice, and suffered one defeat. After 31 rounds, the club sits in seventh place on the table, with their inconsistent results hindering any rise to a higher position. They average 1.19 goals per game, but their defense remains a concern, conceding an average of 1.55 goals. Nonetheless, recent victories highlight their potential, and with proper focus, the team could improve their standing.
Match Results: Sligo Rovers
Saint Patrick´s Athletic Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Premier Division, where St Patrick's Athletic hosted Cork City. The game ended in a 4-0 victory.
Here are the match statistics (St Patrick's Athletic vs Cork City):
- possession percentage: 53% vs 47%;
- corners: 10 vs 2;
- fouls: 13 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 9 vs 2.
St Patrick's Athletic continue to showcase strong form, with three wins and two draws in their last five outings, securing their position in fourth place after 31 matches. A key factor in their success is their potent attack, averaging 2.1 goals per game, while their defense remains solid, conceding less than a goal per match (0.97). Adding to their psychological edge is their recent head-to-head encounter with Sligo Rovers, which ended in a commanding 3-0 victory, boosting the team's confidence ahead of the upcoming clash.
Match Results: Saint Patrick´s Athletic
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 54;
- home team wins - 14, away team wins - 25, draws - 15.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Saint Patrick´s Athletic
- matches played in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- wins: 9 vs 12;
- win percentage: 29% vs 39%;
- losses: 15 vs 9;
- draws: 7 vs 10.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 6;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Sligo Rovers won with a +1.5 handicap in 16 of last 17 home games.
- Sligo Rovers won with a +1.5 handicap in 15 of last 17 games (Premier Division).
- Sligo Rovers won with a +1.5 handicap in last 6 games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.98, the guests - 1.28;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.26;
- both teams scored: overall - 22; at the home team's field - 13.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Saint Patrick´s Athletic
- average total in the tournament: 2.74 vs 2.26;
- average total goals scored: 1.19 vs 1.29;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.55 vs 0.68;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.65 vs 0.61;
- Sligo Rovers: average total at home in the tournament - 1.06;
- Saint Patrick´s Athletic: average total away in the tournament - 0.93;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 0.33) vs 2.1 (away - 1.67).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Sligo Rovers home games (Premier Division).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Sligo Rovers games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 6 Sligo Rovers games (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
- Saint Patrick´s Athletic have taken over 5.5 corners in 7 of last 8 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3 (1.5 for home team and 1.5 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.31 (1.27 for home team and 1.04 for away team).
Sligo Rovers: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.87; at home - 2.69;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; at home - 1.67.
Saint Patrick´s Athletic: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.13, away - 2.2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.5; away - 1.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 54;
- both teams scored all-time - 22 times;
- on the home team’s field - 13 times.
Statistics: Sligo Rovers vs Saint Patrick´s Athletic
- number of matches played in the tournament: 31 vs 31;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 16 vs 11;
- number of BTTS matches for Sligo Rovers at home - 9 (56%);
- number of BTTS matches for Saint Patrick´s Athletic away - 6 (40%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Sligo Rovers at home - 1 (33%);
- BTTS matches for Saint Patrick´s Athletic away - 2 (67%).
⭐ Editor's Prediction
Given the current standings and form of the teams, the upcoming match promises to be quite open and filled with attacking plays. The visitors appear more confident, boasting a strong offense and a solid defense, as demonstrated in their previous results against Sligo Rovers and their overall successful performances this season. Meanwhile, the hosts are also capable of creating dangerous opportunities on their home turf. Thus, the most likely scenario is that both teams will find the back of the net.
Betting Tips: Sligo Rovers - Saint Patrick´s Athletic
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