Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Oct 2024

Expect a Close Encounter

Drogheda +0.75 at -114 look like the best bet against Shamrock. We feel confident with this Asian Handicap prediction which means a split stake between +0.5 and +1.0, with a return expected.

Previous H2H Encounter Ended 1-1

Drogheda United drew away from home in their last game. A 0-0 scoreline was played out against Waterford at Waterford RSC. They had only 36% possession and one shot on target.

Shamrock Rovers claimed a 2-0 home win over Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium in their previous game. They enjoyed 57% possession and recorded three shots on goal, with Jack Byrne and Neil Farrugia finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

We saw Shamrock and Drogheda draw 1-1 at Tallaght Stadium when the teams last went head-to-head. In the past 10 H2H meetings, there has been five draws. Shamrock have won three games and Drogheda two.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Shamrock Rovers	27	15	8	4	46	23	23	46:23	53
4	Drogheda United	28	10	12	6	30	26	4	30:26	42

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United have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 12.8 attempts. They have averaged 37.7% possession and 3.9 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.2 goals from 4.7 shots on goal, 13.6 attempts and 6.9 corners.

Top goalscorer Frantz Pierrot has found the net 6 times, with Douglas James-Taylor and Adam Foley scoring 5 and 2 respectively. Leading assistor is Conor Kane with 3.

Shamrock have 5 victories, 2 defeats and 3 draws, averaging 5.7 shots on goal, 13.2 attempts and 1.5 goals. They average 60.4% possession, 5.7 corners taken and 4.1 corners against them, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 9.4 attempts and 3.1 shots on goal.

The top scorers have been Neil Farrugia, Graham Burke, Johnny Kenny and Sean Hoare, with 2 goals apiece. Jack Byrne has been top assists provider with 4 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Drogheda United confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Luke Dennison (GK), James Bolger, David Webster, Andrew Quinn, Luke Heeney, Elicha Ahui, Ryan Brennan, Shane Farrell, Darragh Markey, Adam Foley, Douglas James-Taylor.

Shamrock Rovers confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Leon-Maurice Poehls (GK), Daniel Cleary, Lee Grace, Roberto Lopes, Darragh Burns, Gary O'Neil, Dylan Watts, Neil Farrugia, Daniel Mandroiu, Marc McNulty, Jack Byrne.

Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips

Drogheda +0.75 could be a good bet at odds of -114 in this League of Ireland clash. Our experts are confident that the underdogs can perform well and we don’t think they’ll be easily beaten.

In order to come up with the best football predictions, we like to know the team news and study the latest form. There are also plenty of numbers to crunch from the available stats.

Key Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers league stats:

• The +0.75 line has been covered by Drogheda in all of their last 5 games at home.
• The +0.75 line has been covered by Drogheda in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.75 line has been covered by Drogheda in 7 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -0.75 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 13 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The +0.75 line has been covered by Drogheda in 7 of their last 10 games against Shamrock.

Drogs +0.75 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 53.3% chance of winning. However, we think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

Bettors have the flexibility of being able to buy or sell goals depending on whether they want a safer or a riskier wager, with the odds moving according to the line.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Drogheda 1 - 1 Shamrock

An exciting wager could be the game to end in a 1-1 draw at odds of +650. A correct score bet provides a fun alternative and a nice potential return on the cards.

Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Odds

The bookies betting odds have Shamrock Rovers as -139 favourites for this Premier Division clash, implying that they are 58% likely to win the match. Drogheda United are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +320.

Over and Under 2.5 Goals backers are able to get similar odds on the Total Goals market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+320

X

+292

2

-139

Half-Time Result

1

+350

X

+132

2

+125

Double Chance

1X

+102

12

-455

X2

-526

Draw No Bet

1

+220

2

-333

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.75

-119

2 Hcp -0.75

-109

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-112

Over 2.5

-123

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-122

No

-110

Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Lineups & Team News

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