Derry City vs Sligo Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 14 Oct 2024

Candystripes to Cover the Line?

We’re expecting Derry to overcome Sligo. Our Asian Handicap wager at -1.25 will produce a nice return at odds of -114 if the favourites win by two goals. Alternatively, half our stake is returned if they win by one.

Sligo Claimed 2-1 Victory in Last H2H

Derry City played Bohemians at home in their last game. It was a 1-1 draw at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. The Candystripes had most of the ball boasting 59% possession and four shots on target, while Patrick Hoban scored the goal.

Sligo Rovers played Shelbourne away from home in their previous game. It was a 0-0 draw at Tolka Park. John Russell's side had 53% possession and four shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Sligo triumphed 2-1 when they last played Derry. This head-to-head was played at Showgrounds. In the past 10 meetings between these teams, there has been four draws. Sligo have won four games and Derry two.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Derry City	28	13	6	9	38	30	8	38:30	45
9	Sligo Rovers	28	8	5	15	35	47	-12	35:47	29

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3 wins, 3 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 14.3 attempts. Derry have had 59.9% possession and 6.8 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.0 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 3.2 corners.

Patrick Hoban is the top goalscorer with 3, Daniel Mullen has 2, with Ben Doherty and two other players on 1. Patrick Hoban is the leading assists maker on 2.

Rovers have 6 victories, 3 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.4 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts. The Bit O'Reds have averaged 48.9% possession, 4.7 corners awarded and 5.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.7 goals from 6.4 shots on goal and 16.8 attempts.

The leading scorers have been Wilson Waweru and Ellis Chapman with 5, while Simon Power has 1. Ellis Chapman and William Fitzgerald have had 2 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Derry City confirmed lineup (4-5-1): Brian Maher (GK), Ciaran Coll, Mark Connolly, Ronan Boyce, Andre Wisdom, Sadou Diallo, Paul McMullan, Adam O'Reilly, William Patching, Michael Duffy, Pat Hoban.

Sligo Rovers confirmed lineup (4-5-1): Edward McGinty (GK), Ellis Chapman, Reece Hutchinson, Oliver Denham, John Ross Wilson, Connor Malley, William Fitzgerald, Jack Henry-Francis, Niall Morahan, Simon Power, Luke Pearce.

Derry City vs Sligo Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips

We think Derry will win this League of Ireland game by two goals or more. This leads us to back them -1.25 on the Asian Handicap at odds of -114, with plenty of juice in the available price.

The team at Sportsgambler.com are right across the latest injuries and suspensions and the form guide also informs our football picks. This data is combined with the latest stats.

Key Derry City vs Sligo Rovers league stats:

• The +1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sligo in 9 of their last 20 games on the road.

Derry -1.25 Probability

According to the betting sites, our pick has a 53.3% chance of landing a return. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Derry 4 - 1 Sligo

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Derry City vs Sligo Rovers Odds

The latest betting odds give Derry City a 77% chance of winning which means they’re overwhelming -333 favourites to win this Premier Division clash with the bookies. Sligo Rovers are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +800.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite.

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Full-Time Result

1

-333

X

+425

2

+800

Half-Time Result

1

-137

X

+165

2

+575

Double Chance

1X

-2500

12

-769

X2

+230

Draw No Bet

1

-1667

2

+650

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.5

-108

2 Hcp +1.5

-120

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+120

Over 2.5

-167

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-102

No

-132

Derry City vs Sligo Rovers Lineups & Team News

Our Derry vs Sligo team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

We’ve got details of the League of Ireland squads so that you know every player on the roster.

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