Cork City vs Galway United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 01 Aug 2025

League of Ireland Betting Preview: Cork City vs Galway United

Cork City host Galway United in this League of Ireland match at Turner's Cross Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 1 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Rebel Army Can Trouble Tribesmen

We’re splitting our Asian Handicap stake between 0 and +0.5 when backing Cork +0.25 at -125 against Galway. We need the hosts to win for a maximum payout although the draw means we also get a return.

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2-1 Win for Galway in Pair’s Last Encounter

Cork City were beaten 3-2 at Turner's Cross Stadium in their last game. This loss at home to Sligo Rovers was their third straight defeat. The Rebel Army had just 37% possession and recorded eight shots on target, while Evan McLaughlin and Fiacre Kelleher scored one goal each.

Galway United have suffered three consecutive losses, recently being beaten at home by Waterford 4-2 at Eamonn Deacy Park. John Caulfield's team had 47% possession and seven shots on goal, with Stephen Walsh and Dara McGuinness on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Galway won the last clash between the pair. Enjoying a 2-1 home triumph when facing Cork at Eamonn Deacy Park.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Galway United	29	7	9	13	30	38	-8	30:38	30
10	Cork City	29	4	10	15	29	49	-20	29:49	22

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7 losses and 3 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 10.8 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal. City have had 48.2% possession and 4.1 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 2.1 goals from 10.5 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 6.4 corners.

Djenairo Daniels and Sean Maguire lead the way with 2 goals, while Evan McLaughlin has 1. Kitt Nelson, Freddie Anderson and Greg Bolger have racked up the most assists with 1 each.

United have 2 victories, 5 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.0 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 10.2 attempts. There’s been an average of 40.0% possession, 4.3 corners taken and 5.0 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.5 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 11.6 attempts.

Moses Dyer and David Hurley have top scored with 2, while Stephen Walsh is next on 1. Cian Byrne, Evan Watts and David Hurley have been the top assists providers with 1 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Cork City confirmed lineup (4-5-1): Conor Brann (GK), Harry Nevin, Rory Feely, Fiacre Kelleher, Matthew Kiernan, Alex Nolan, Darragh Crowley, Kitt Nelson, Evan McLaughlin, Joshua Fitzpatrick, Sean Maguire.

Galway United confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Brendan Clarke (GK), Colm Horgan, Garry Buckley, Robert Slevin, Jeannot Esua, Jimmy Keohane, David Hurley, Bobby Burns, Edward McCarthy, Dara McGuinness, Stephen Walsh.

Cork City vs Galway United Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Cork City vs Galway United tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast and bet builder picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Match Prediction

Cork look capable of winning this League of Ireland encounter and we’ll take them on the Asian Handicap. Back them at -125 with a +0.25 goal start, with confidence high that they can perform well.

Plenty of research goes into our football picks. It begins by focusing on the latest League of Ireland form and knowing the injury situation. The important numbers can then be utilised to help complete the picture.

Key Cork City vs Galway United league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cork in 9 of their last 13 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Cork in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Galway in 8 consecutive games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Galway in 16 of their last 20 games on the road.

The betting odds at the top bookies suggest our pick carries a 55.6% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cork 1 - 0 Galway

We’re predicting Cork to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +750. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Cork City vs Galway United Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Tight Affair Likely According to the Betting Sites

The bookmakers have Galway United as +123 favourites for this League of Ireland encounter, with the 1x2 odds suggesting that they are 45% likely to triumph. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +185 for Cork City.

There’s sometimes a case for betting on the Draw No Bet market, with Galway available at -152 for those who want insurance on their bet. The same applies to opponents Cork at +108.

The Under 2.5 / Over 2.5 Goals betting market has the two outcomes at a similar price. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -135 for the BTTS Yes option.

The top football betting sites have excellent coverage for the latest League of Ireland matches. They supply customers with hundreds of markets and it’s down to you to find the best angle.

Full-Time Result

1

+185

X

+260

2

+123

Half-Time Result

1

+255

X

+120

2

+185

Double Chance

1X

-159

12

-345

X2

-238

Draw No Bet

1

+108

2

-152

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-128

2 Hcp -0.25

-109

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-122

Over 2.5

-116

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-135

No

-104

Cork Aiming to Get Back to Winning Ways at Home

Cork haven’t tasted victory in seven consecutive matches at Turner's Cross Stadium. The Rebel Army have five draws, four losses and one victory in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 0.90 goals per game and conceding 1.40.

Galway haven’t won any of their past eight away games. John Caulfield's team have managed five losses, three draws and two victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 0.80 goals per game and conceding 1.30.

Cork drew 2-2 with Galway when they last met at Turner's Cross Stadium.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Cork City Home Stats		1-5-4	2.30	0.90	1.40	3	7	7	3
Galway United Away Stats		2-3-5	2.10	0.80	1.30	4	6	4	6

• 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

Cork City vs Galway United Lineups & Team News

Avoid surprises — review the Cork vs Galway team news before you bet. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for the League of Ireland along with the latest injury news.

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