Derry City vs Shelbourne Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 19 Sep 2025

League of Ireland Betting Preview: Derry City vs Shelbourne

Derry City host Shelbourne in this League of Ireland game at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 19 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

There’s a Strong Case for Candystripes to Win

Our opinion is that Derry will prove too strong in all departments and we’ll therefore take the -110 that they beat Shelbourne. This Full-Time Result bet looks like a value proposition.

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Teams’ Previous H2H Saw 1-0 Derry Victory

Derry City won last time out by a 4-3 scoreline. It was on the road against Bohemians at Dalymount Park. Tiernan Lynch's men had just 37% possession and recorded seven shots on target, with Adam O'Reilly scoring two, while Michael Duffy and Dipo Akinyemi also getting a goal.

Shelbourne won their previous game, beating Galway United at home. It was a 1-0 win at Tolka Park. The Dublin outfit enjoyed 70% possession and managed five shots on goal, with Harry Wood finding the net in the 77th minute.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Derry have beaten Shels in the last two head-to-head encounters. The most recent was a 1-0 away victory at Tolka Park following a 2-0 home win at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. The past 10 H2H matches have witnessed six draws along with two wins each.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Derry City	30	14	7	9	44	35	9	44:35	49
4	Shelbourne	28	10	12	6	35	29	6	35:29	42

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City have 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 5.5 shots on goal and 11.2 attempts. The Northern Ireland outfit have averaged 56.6% possession and 4.5 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.3 goals from 4.0 shots on goal, 9.1 attempts and 4.0 corners.

Liam Boyce leads the way with 5 goals, with Adam O'Reilly and Dipo Akinyemi getting 3 apiece. Michael Duffy has recorded the most assists with 7.

Shels have 4 victories, 2 defeats and 4 draws, with an average of 3.6 shots on goal, 8.3 attempts and 1.4 goals. Joey O'Brien's team average 54.0% possession, 4.8 corners awarded and 4.1 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 8.5 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal.

Harry Wood has top scored with 4, followed by Alistair Coote and Ademipo Odubeko on 3 and 2. Ademipo Odubeko and Harry Wood are the top assist makers, managing 2 in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Derry City predicted lineup (5-3-2): Brian Maher (GK), Ben Doherty, Adam O'Reilly, Sam Todd, Mark Connolly, Brandon Fleming, Carl Winchester, Sadou Diallo, Michael Duffy, Gavin Whyte, Dipo Akinyemi.

Shelbourne predicted lineup (5-3-2): Wessel Speel (GK), Lewis Temple, Evan Caffrey, Sam Bone, Patrick Barrett, James Norris, Jonathan Lunney, John Martin, Kerr McInroy, Harry Wood, Ademipo Odubeko.

Derry City vs Shelbourne Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the essential Derry City vs Shelbourne betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, correct score pick, corners recommendation and a carefully crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

There’s a strong chance that we’ll see Derry record a victory and they are priced at -110 to win this League of Ireland clash. We think that the latest odds offer bettors plenty of value.

We’re always aware of the injuries and suspensions for each team before we decide which way to go with our football picks. The form and data also help the League of Ireland experts at Sportsgambler.com when it comes to a betting view on the action.

Key Derry City vs Shelbourne league stats:

• Derry have won the last 2 games between these teams.

Derry to Win Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 52.4% prospect of winning. However, we think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Derry 0 - 1 Shelbourne

Shelbourne are available to back at +850 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Derry City vs Shelbourne 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.

Derry Likely to Win According to Latest Odds

With an approximate 52% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their -110 betting odds for Derry City triumphing in this League of Ireland encounter. Shelbourne are an outside chance to get the job done and you can now back them at +310.

The Asian Handicap -0.5 option is the same as a win on the 1x2 market. Derry are -103 when it comes to this selection, with their opponents Shels +0.5 at -121 which means the draw is also included with this pick.

The Total Goals odds suggest that Under 2.5 is the likelier outcome in this contest. The Both Teams to Score No pick is -143 if you’re expecting at least one side will fail to find the net.

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Full-Time Result

1

-110

X

+210

2

+310

Half-Time Result

1

+162.5

X

+105

2

+375

Double Chance

1X

-450

12

-275

X2

-120

Draw No Bet

1

-275

2

+200

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-103

2 Hcp +0.5

-121

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-175

Over 2.5

+135

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+105

No

-143

Derry Unbeaten at Home in Past Six Games

Derry haven’t lost any of their past six games at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Tiernan Lynch's side have five wins, four draws and one loss in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 2.10 goals per match and conceding 0.80.

Shelbourne haven’t been beaten in five straight games away from home. The Dublin club have managed six draws, two victories and two losses in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.10.

When the sides last met at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, Derry beat Shels 2-0. There have been four draws and two wins each in the past 8 H2H meetings at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Derry City Home Stats		5-4-1	2.90	2.10	0.80	5	5	5	5
Shelbourne Away Stats		2-6-2	2.20	1.10	1.10	3	7	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

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Derry City vs Shelbourne Lineups & Team News

Make sure to look over the Derry vs Shels team news before betting. Stay updated with our predicted and confirmed lineups for the League of Ireland and the newest injury information.

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