Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 24 Apr 2026

League of Ireland Betting Preview: Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers

Fifth-placed Derry City take on League of Ireland leaders Shamrock Rovers at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Friday 24 April.

If you agree with our verdict that Derry can avoid defeat against Shamrock, then you can back the home team with a +0.25 goal start at -135. This means our Asian Handicap stake is split equally between 0 and +0.5.

Derry City won their last game 2-1. This was an away victory at Tolka Park against Shelbourne. Tiernan Lynch's men recorded just 34% possession and had five shots on target, while Barry Cotter and Dipo Akinyemi scored one goal each.

Shamrock Rovers have won their previous three games. The latest was a 2-1 home win at Tallaght Stadium against Bohemians. The Hoops enjoyed 48% possession and five shots on goal, with Graham Burke scoring twice.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Shamrock beat Derry in their last head-to-head clash. It was a 1-0 home win at Tallaght Stadium. The previous 10 H2H meetings have ended in five Shamrock victories, four draws and one Derry win.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Shamrock Rovers	20	12	4	4	31	17	14	31:17	40
6	Derry City	20	4	10	6	22	23	-1	22:23	22

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2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 4.1 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts. City have had 50.3% possession and 5.0 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.3 goals from 4.9 shots on goal and 12.6 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.6 corners.

Top scorer Michael Duffy has found the net 4 times, with Dipo Akinyemi and James Clarke getting 3 and 2 respectively. Ben Doherty and James McClean have been top assistors with 2.

Rovers have 6 victories, 1 defeat and 3 draws, averaging 4.6 shots on goal, 12.4 attempts and 1.6 goals. Stephen Bradley's side average 59.3% possession, 4.9 corners awarded and 3.8 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 9.5 attempts and 2.9 shots on goal.

Graham Burke has scored 5, followed by Daniel Grant, Aaron Greene and Dylan Watts with 2 goals apiece. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Cory O'Sullivan, Jack Byrne and Tunmise Sobowale who have all made 2.

Confirmed Lineups

Derry City confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Eddie Beach (GK), Barry Cotter, Jamie Stott, Patrick McClean, Brandon Fleming, Adam O'Reilly, Carl Winchester, James Clarke, Darragh Markey, Josh Thomas, James Olayinka.

Shamrock Rovers confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Edward McGinty (GK), Tunmise Sobowale, Roberto Lopes, Enda Stevens, Jake Mulraney, Jack Byrne, John O'Sullivan, Cory O'Sullivan, Victor Ozhianvuna, Aaron Greene, Michael Noonan.

Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips

Take in the full Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers betting outlook — from our expert match prediction and correct score pick to sharp corners advice and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

We’ll split our stake by backing Derry +0.25 at odds of -135 for this Asian Handicap wager. There’s every chance that we see a strong performance from the home team in this League of Ireland encounter.

We study the League of Ireland form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Derry in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Derry in 16 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Derry in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 12 of their last 20 games on the road.

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 57.5% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Derry Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -135 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Derry 1 - 0 Shamrock

There are betting odds of +540 that Derry land a 1-0 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners -141

In two straight Derry games, the 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered. We’re willing to wager the -141 when it comes to the sides being short of the Total Corners line which looks appealing.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Derry

Total

9.60 5.00 4.60

Home

9.30 6.50 2.80

Away

10.60 4.20 6.40

Shamrock

Total

8.70 4.90 3.80

Home

8.20 4.20 4.00

Away

7.90 4.80 3.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-104

Under 9.5

-141

Derry Corners

Over 4.5

-104

Under 4.5

-137

Shamrock Corners

Over 4.5

-114

Under 4.5

-123

Most Corners

1

-100

X

+575

2

-109

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Derry City vs Shamrock 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.

Shamrock Rovers are +133 with the bookies to get the better of Derry City, with the latter having betting odds of +205. If you want to back the draw to be landed in this League of Ireland encounter, this can be wagered at +200.

There’s a Draw No Bet market should you wish to have some insurance and Derry are +110 here. However, if you want to back favourites Shamrock, then -167 is on offer.

Under 2.5 Goals is a short-priced option for those expecting two goals or less. If you’re anticipating that one team or more will draw a blank, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market is chalked up at -127.

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Full-Time Result

1

+205

X

+200

2

+133

Half-Time Result

1

+260

X

+102

2

+195

Double Chance

1X

-192

12

-313

X2

-333

Draw No Bet

1

+110

2

-167

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-135

2 Hcp -0.25

-106

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-175

Over 2.5

+123

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-118

No

-127

Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers Lineups & Team News

The Derry vs Shamrock team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll provide full coverage of predicted and confirmed League of Ireland lineups alongside the newest injury information.

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