Derry City vs Galway United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Mar 2025


Candystripes Great Value against Tribesmen
We can back Derry at -110 to get the better of Galway and this looks like a standout price. The Full-Time Result market gives us the chance to grab a slice of value for this selection.
Galway Too Good for Derry in Last H2H
Derry City have been defeated in back-to-back games. On the road at Richmond Park, St Patrick's Athletic recently beat them 2-0. Tiernan Lynch's men enjoyed 47% of possession but failed to have a shot on target.
Galway United drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Eamonn Deacy Park ended 1-1 against Shelbourne. The Tribesmen were restricted to just 32% possession and had five shots on goal, while John Martin (own goal) was on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw Galway claim a 1-0 home win over Derry at Terryland Park. The previous 4 H2H meetings have involved two Galway wins, a single draw and one Derry victory.
League of Ireland | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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3 | ![]() |
28 | 13 | 6 | 9 | 38 | 30 | 8 | 38:30 | 45 |
8 | ![]() |
28 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 30 | 37 | -7 | 30:37 | 30 |
2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.8 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 11.9 attempts. City have had 55.4% possession and 5.2 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.3 goals from 3.5 shots on goal and 12.5 attempts, while being awarded 3.1 corners.
Patrick Hoban and Michael Duffy lead the way with 2 goals, while Colm Whelan has scored 1. The top assist makers are Dominic Thomas, Daniel Mullen and Michael Duffy, all of whom have 1 on the board.
Galway United – Last 10 League GamesUnited have 2 victories, 1 defeat and 7 draws, with an average of 1.3 goals from 13.7 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal. John Caulfield's side average 45.6% possession, 6.0 corners awarded and 3.8 corners against them, while conceding 1.2 goals from 10.7 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal.
The top scorers have been Patrick Hickey on 4, followed by Killian Brouder and Stephen Walsh with 2. Patrick Hickey is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.
Confirmed Lineups
Derry City confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Brian Maher (GK), Hayden Cann, Mark Connolly, Kevin Holt, Ronan Boyce, Ben Doherty, Adam O'Reilly, Sadou Diallo, Michael Duffy, Dominic Thomas, Liam Boyce.
Galway United confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Evan Watts (GK), Garry Buckley, Killian Brouder, Robert Slevin, Jeannot Esua, Bobby Burns, Vincent Russell Borden, Cian Byrne, Edward McCarthy, Moses Dyer, Patrick Hickey.
Derry City vs Galway United Prediction & Betting Tips
We can’t pass up the opportunity to back Derry considering they are -110 to record a League of Ireland victory. We’ll take this bet with confidence based on the stats that are available to us.
The football experts at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of stats and present the key numbers to our readers.
Key Derry City vs Galway United league stats:
Derry to Win Probability
According to the odds, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
If you’re looking for bigger odds, check out Derry on the Asian Handicap. You can potentially back them at -1 or even -1.5 if you’re expecting a comfortable win.

Correct Score Prediction
There’s plenty of juice to be found by backing Derry to win 1-0. We can’t pass up the odds of +400 when it comes to correct score betting and it’s a fun wager.
Corners Prediction
It’s been five straight Derry games where 9.5 corners has not been covered, while the same outcome has happened in two consecutive Galway matches. If you concur with our viewpoint that the Total Corners line is too big, go for a price of -120 that the sides go under.






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Derry City vs Galway United Odds
With a 49% chance of winning, Derry City are favourites to win this Premier Division match and they’re available at betting odds of +104 with the bookies. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Galway United are trading at +275.
A tight game could be on the cards and that is reflected in the short odds about Under 2.5 Goals being scored.
The Draw No Bet market is popular for League of Ireland matches, with the football betting sites offering Derry City at -217 and Galway United are priced at +165 for the win.









- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 2 defeats and 6 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 3.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 2.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.60 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 9 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 6.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 7.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 11.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 53.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 41.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 38.80% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Derry City this season are Michael Duffy (6), Daniel Mullen (5), Liam Boyce (4)
- Top Assistors for Derry City this season are Dominic Thomas (3), Michael Duffy (2), Paul McMullan (2)
Derry City vs Galway United Lineups & Team News
Our Derry vs Galway team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.
The League of Ireland squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.
Derry City Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Galway United Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Derry City Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Galway United Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Derry City Substitutes
- 3Shane Ferguson
- 4Ciaron Harkin
- 9Pat Hoban
- 10Paul McMullan
- 11Gavin Whyte
- 13Robbie Benson
- 21Daniel Mullen
- 24Sam Todd
- 26Arlo Doherty
- 32Sean Patton
Galway United Substitutes
- 3Regan Donelon
- 7Stephen Walsh
- 10David Hurley
- 11Daniel Stynes
- 12Sean Kerrigan
- 19Max Wilson
- 20Jimmy Keohane
- 29Cillian Tollett
- 32Andrew Kempe
Previous Derry City Lineups
Previous Galway United Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | Shamrock Rovers | 27 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 46:23 | 53 |
2 | Bohemians | 28 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 36:26 | 46 |
3 | Derry City | 28 | 13 | 6 | 9 | 38:30 | 45 |
4 | Drogheda United | 28 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 30:26 | 42 |
5 | St Patrick's | 28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 33:27 | 41 |
6 | Shelbourne | 27 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 34:29 | 39 |
7 | Waterford | 28 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 33:48 | 34 |
8 | Galway United | 28 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 30:37 | 30 |
9 | Sligo Rovers | 28 | 8 | 5 | 15 | 35:47 | 29 |
10 | Cork City | 28 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 27:49 | 19 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 27:7 | 30 |
2 | Bohemians | 14 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 20:10 | 28 |
3 | Derry City | 14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 25:13 | 25 |
4 | St Patrick's | 14 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 21:11 | 24 |
5 | Drogheda United | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 17:11 | 23 |
6 | Shelbourne | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 19:16 | 20 |
7 | Galway United | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 18:19 | 18 |
8 | Waterford | 14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 16:24 | 17 |
9 | Cork City | 14 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 15:18 | 16 |
10 | Sligo Rovers | 14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 16:19 | 15 |

















