Bohemians vs Sligo Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Aug 2026
Bohemians vs Sligo Rovers Predictions
Sligo +1.5 look like great value on the Asian Handicap at -109 considering a one-goal loss for the outsiders would still result in a return. We are expecting them to be competitive against Bohemians.
Continue below for our full Bohemians vs Sligo betting breakdown, where you can read the complete analysis of our main match prediction, as well as our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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Bohemians go head-to-head with Sligo Rovers at Dalymount Park, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 28 August.
Bohemians won their last game, beating Derry City at home. It was a 5-3 victory at Dalymount Park. Alan Reynolds' men had ten shots on target and boasted 58% possession, with Ross Tierney grabbing two of the goals.
Sligo Rovers drew 0-0 against Waterford in their previous game. This was on home soil at Showgrounds. The Bit O'Reds were 49% in the possession stakes and managed four shots on goal.
Bohs Won 3-1 in Teams’ Last Encounter
Bohs beat Sligo in their last head-to-head clash. It was a 3-1 scoreline away at Showgrounds. Bohs have six wins from the previous 10 H2H meetings, with two draws and two Sligo triumphs also happening.
| League of Ireland | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Bohemians |
28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 47 | 34 | 13 | 47:34 | 47 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers |
28 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 23 | 45 | -22 | 23:45 | 23 |
Bohs have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 2.0 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 16.2 attempts. The Dublin club have averaged 57.0% possession and 6.5 corners per match, conceding 1.6 goals and 4.0 corners from 4.3 shots on goal and 10.6 attempts.
Ross Tierney leads the way with 5 goals, while Colm Whelan and Douglas James-Taylor have 4 and 3 respectively. The leading assistors have been Dawson Devoy and Colm Whelan with 3.
Rovers have lost 6 and drawn 4, with an average of 0.9 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 8.8 attempts. Darren Purse's side have averaged 45.2% possession, 3.4 corners taken and 8.8 corners against, while conceding 2.1 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 23.0 attempts.
Cian Kavanagh has scored 4 goals, followed by Gareth McElroy, William Fitzgerald, Mai Traore and Daire Patton on 1. Archie Meekison and Jamie McGonigle are the top assist makers, managing 2 in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Bohemians predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Paul Walters (GK), Darragh Power, Patrick Hickey, Cian Byrne, Senan Mullen, Dawson Devoy, Jordan Flores, Ross Tierney, Harry Vaughan, Connor Parsons, Douglas James-Taylor.
Sligo Rovers predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Sam Sargeant (GK), Jeannot Esua, Oliver Denham, Gareth McElroy, Sean Stewart, Carl McHugh, Luke Young, Alex Nolan, Luke Pearce, Jack Shorrock, Cian Kavanagh.
Main Match Prediction
Sligo +1.5 looks a great option on the Asian Handicap at a price of -109. We’re expecting to get a payout from this League of Ireland match and expect the outsiders to keep the scoreline close.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest League of Ireland data.
According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 52.1% chance of landing a return. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re betting on Bohemians to secure a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +575 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.
Corners Prediction
The 3.5 corners line has not been covered by Sligo in their past three away games, while the previous 10 Bohemians home matches have seen them concede an average of 3.40 corners. For Team Corners, we’re expecting Sligo to fall short and you can land odds of -154.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our bet builder is compiled of the following: Sligo to cover the +1.5 Asian Handicap, one or both teams drawing a blank merged with Sligo to have under 3.5 corners.
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Bohemians vs Sligo Rovers Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Bohemians have been priced up as the overwhelming -370 favourites for this League of Ireland clash. This means the bookies give them a 79% chance of claiming victory. If you’re interested in wagering Sligo Rovers, you can get +750 for the underdog.
There’s a Half-Time Result market should you wish to predict the outcome at the break. Sligo are +575 here and the draw is +165, with Bohs on offer at -167.
Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. For Both Teams to Score betting opportunities, the market suggests that BTTS Yes and No are both equally as likely to happen.
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Stats: League of Ireland matches only
Bohemians have swerved defeat at Dalymount Park in the previous three matches. Alan Reynolds' men have finished with four draws, three wins and three defeats in the last 10 home games, recording an average of 1.70 goals per match and conceding 1.50.
Sligo have not triumphed in five straight away matches. The Bit O'Reds have finished with six defeats, two wins and two draws in the past 10 away matches, netting an average of 0.80 goals per game and conceding 1.90.
When the sides last met at Dalymount Park, Sligo beat Bohs 2-1. The past 10 H2H meetings at Dalymount Park have included six Bohs victories, two draws and two Sligo wins.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bohemians Home Stats |
3-4-3 | 3.20 | 1.70 | 1.50 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 1 | |
Sligo Rovers Away Stats |
2-2-6 | 2.70 | 0.80 | 1.90 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- League of Ireland: 29/05 2026 Sligo 1 Bohemians 3
- League of Ireland: 10/04 2026 Bohemians 1 Sligo 2
- League of Ireland: 14/02 2026 Sligo 0 Bohemians 4
- League of Ireland: 30/08 2025 Sligo 0 Bohemians 0
- League of Ireland: 27/06 2025 Bohemians 1 Sligo 1
- League of Ireland: 10/05 2025 Sligo 0 Bohemians 1
- League of Ireland: 04/04 2025 Bohemians 4 Sligo 2
- League of Ireland: 19/10 2024 Sligo 0 Bohemians 2
- League of Ireland: 12/07 2024 Bohemians 0 Sligo 2
- League of Ireland: 17/05 2024 Sligo 0 Bohemians 3
Bohemians League Stats
Sligo Rovers League Stats
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 4.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.90 corners awarded and 3.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 8.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 8.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 12.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 57.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 61.00% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 45.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 43.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Bohemians this season are Colm Whelan (10), Ross Tierney (8), Douglas James-Taylor (5)
- Top Assistors for Bohemians this season are Colm Whelan (5), Dawson Devoy (5), Dayle Rooney (4)
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Bohemians vs Sligo Rovers Lineups & Team News
Don’t miss the latest Bohs vs Sligo team news before you bet. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed League of Ireland lineups plus current injury reports.
Bohemians Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Sligo Rovers Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Bohemians Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Sligo Rovers Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Bohemians Lineups
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Injuries & Suspensions
Bohemians Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Alan Reynolds
Sligo Rovers Player Stats & Squad
League of Ireland Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 27 | 16 | 6 | 5 | 43:24 | 54 |
| 2 | St Patrick's | 28 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 45:23 | 50 |
| 3 | Bohemians | 28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 47:34 | 47 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 28 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 43:43 | 37 |
| 5 | Shelbourne | 26 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 36:38 | 34 |
| 6 | Derry City | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | 38:37 | 33 |
| 7 | Galway United | 27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 35:41 | 33 |
| 8 | Waterford | 28 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 37:48 | 29 |
| 9 | Drogheda United | 28 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 31:45 | 28 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers | 28 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 23:45 | 23 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 25:11 | 32 |
| 2 | St Patrick's | 14 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 29:8 | 30 |
| 3 | Derry City | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 23:16 | 23 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 23:18 | 21 |
| 5 | Bohemians | 14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 22:18 | 21 |
| 6 | Waterford | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 19:16 | 19 |
| 7 | Galway United | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19:20 | 19 |
| 8 | Drogheda United | 14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 14:18 | 15 |
| 9 | Shelbourne | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 19:24 | 14 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 14:22 | 14 |
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