Derry City vs Shelbourne Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 13 Mar 2026

League of Ireland Betting Preview: Derry City vs Shelbourne

Derry City meet Shelbourne at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 13 March.

Shelbourne +0.25 at -133 on the Asian Handicap could be the bet to have. We’re expecting them to avoid defeat against Derry, with our stake divided equally between 0 and +0.5 in the hope the away team can land a win.

Derry City were beaten last game and this was on the road at Tallaght Stadium. Shamrock Rovers claimed a 1-0 victory. The Northern Ireland club recorded just 29% possession and didn’t have any shots on target.

Shelbourne drew 2-2 against Shamrock Rovers in their previous game. This was on home soil at Tolka Park. Joey O'Brien's side had 42% possession and totalled two shots on goal, with Harry Wood and John Martin finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Derry are unbeaten when it comes to the past three games against Shels, with the last clash ending in a 1-1 draw at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. The previous 10 H2H games have included six draws coupled with two victories apiece.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
5	Shelbourne	20	7	8	5	29	27	2	29:27	29
6	Derry City	21	5	10	6	26	24	2	26:24	25

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6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 5.9 shots on goal and 14.4 attempts. City have had 54.1% possession and 5.7 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.0 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 10.7 attempts, while being awarded 4.3 corners.

Michael Duffy is the top scorer with 7 goals, while Dipo Akinyemi, Patrick McClean, Alex Bannon and Josh Thomas each have 1. Gavin Whyte and Michael Duffy are tied for the most assists on 2.

Shels have won 5, lost 1 and drawn 4, averaging 4.8 shots on goal, 15.3 attempts and 1.7 goals. They average 55.7% possession, 6.3 corners taken and 4.0 corners against them, while 1.2 goals have been conceded from 12.2 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal.

The leading goalscorers have been Harry Wood on 6, John Martin with 4 and Kerr McInroy 2. Kerr McInroy has had 5 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Derry City confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Eddie Beach (GK), Barry Cotter, Alex Bannon, Jamie Stott, Patrick McClean, James McClean, Adam O'Reilly, Henry Rylah, Michael Duffy, Brandon Fleming, Dipo Akinyemi.

Shelbourne confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Wessel Speel (GK), Sean Gannon, Sam Bone, Zeno Ibsen Rossi, Kameron Ledwidge, Jack Henry-Francis, Kerr McInroy, Daniel Kelly, Harry Wood, John Martin, Maill Lundgren.

Derry City vs Shelbourne Prediction & Betting Tips

This Derry City vs Shelbourne betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, corner kick insight and a strategic bet builder.

Match Prediction

Shelbourne look a quality wager for this League of Ireland encounter and we can bet the away team at -133 with a +0.25 goal handicap. The latest numbers imply that they can swerve defeat and claim a victory.

Team news plays a valuable role and our football experts are always monitoring the players who have an injury concern. We’ve also got a handle on the form guide, with plenty of League of Ireland data provided which puts you in the picture in terms of stats.

Key Derry City vs Shelbourne league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Shelbourne in 5 consecutive games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Shelbourne in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Shelbourne in 17 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Derry in 6 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Derry in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Derry in 8 of their last 10 games against Shelbourne.

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 57.1% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Shelbourne Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -133 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Derry 0 - 1 Shelbourne

We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves Shelbourne winning 1-0. Odds of +600 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

Corners Prediction

Shelbourne Over 3.5 Corners -141

Shelbourne have had over 3.5 corners in ten consecutive games, while the previous 10 Derry matches have seen them concede an average of 4.30 corners. If you agree with our verdict that the Shels Team Corners line can be covered, then you can secure odds of -141 that this happens.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Derry

Total

9.00 5.20 3.80

Home

9.30 6.60 2.70

Away

10.00 4.80 5.20

Shelbourne

Total

9.70 5.60 4.10

Home

9.70 5.90 3.80

Away

9.90 5.30 4.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-105

Under 9.5

-139

Derry Corners

Over 4.5

-147

Under 4.5

+102

Shelbourne Corners

Over 3.5

-159

Under 3.5

+110

Most Corners

1

-149

X

+575

2

+138

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Derry City vs Shelbourne 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.

Derry City are forecasted to be the most likely winner in this League of Ireland encounter. The +130 for them coming out on top suggests a 43% probability based on their latest betting odds. For those wanting to back Shelbourne, you will find +200 about this outsider.

If you fancy Derry but want money back if the game ends in a draw, then you can secure odds of -164. Alternatively, there’s the chance to wager on Shels at +108 on the Draw No Bet market.

A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. There are always two Both Teams to Score choices, with Yes available at -125 and No at -119.

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Full-Time Result

1

+130

X

+215

2

+200

Half-Time Result

1

+188

X

+108

2

+255

Double Chance

1X

-313

12

-333

X2

-192

Draw No Bet

1

-164

2

+108

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-106

2 Hcp +0.25

-133

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-154

Over 2.5

+108

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-125

No

-119

Derry City vs Shelbourne Lineups & Team News

Make sure you're up to date on the Derry vs Shels team news before betting. We’ll deliver both predicted and confirmed lineups for the League of Ireland as well as the latest injury reports.

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