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 2025. 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	25	7	8	10	29	34	-5	29:34	29
10	Cork City	25	2	9	14	26	46	-20	26:46	15

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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.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Cork City predicted lineup (4-4-1-1): Conor Brann (GK), Harry Nevin, Rory Feely, Charlie Lyons, Matthew Kiernan, Joshua Fitzpatrick, Evan McLaughlin, Darragh Crowley, Cathal O'Sullivan, Kitt Nelson, Sean Maguire.

Galway United predicted lineup (3-4-1-2): Evan Watts (GK), Greg Cunningham, Killian Brouder, Rob Slevin, Jeannot Esua, Aaron Bolger, Vincent Borden, Bobby Burns, Ed McCarthy, Stephen Walsh, Malcolm Shaw.

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 +130 favourites for this League of Ireland encounter, with the 1x2 odds suggesting that they are 43% likely to triumph. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +200 for Cork City.

There’s sometimes a case for betting on the Draw No Bet market, with Galway available at -150 for those who want insurance on their bet. The same applies to opponents Cork at +110.

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 -133 for the BTTS Yes option.

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Full-Time Result

1

+200

X

+225

2

+130

Half-Time Result

1

+260

X

+120

2

+200

Double Chance

1X

-175

12

-300

X2

-275

Draw No Bet

1

+110

2

-150

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-125

2 Hcp -0.25

-100

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-118

Over 2.5

-105

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-133

No

-100

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

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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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