Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 14 Mar 2025


The Value Lies With Drogs
Drogheda +0.5 can deliver a return at odds of -108 when they clash with Shamrock. We’ll side with the hosts on the Asian Handicap, knowing that a win or draw would be enough to land a payout with this bet.
1-0 Victory for Shamrock in Previous H2H Clash
Drogheda United have triumphed in back-to-back games. The latest of these was on the road where Shelbourne were beaten 1-0 at Tolka Park. The Drogs ended up with just 21% possession and had four shots on target, with an early goal from Warren Davis proving to be the winner.
Shamrock Rovers claimed a home victory in their previous game. A 1-0 win occurred against St Patrick's Athletic at Tallaght Stadium. Stephen Bradley's team were restricted to 42% possession and recorded three shots on goal, with Daniel Grant firing the winner in the 64th minute.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Shamrock are unbeaten when it comes to the past six meetings against Drogheda. Their last clash took place at Sullivan and Lambe Park, with Shamrock winning 1-0 away. The past 10 H2H games have featured five draws, four wins for Shamrock and just one for Drogheda.
League of Ireland | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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1 | ![]() |
25 | 14 | 7 | 4 | 44 | 23 | 21 | 44:23 | 49 |
4 | ![]() |
25 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 29:25 | 38 |
United have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 2.8 shots on goal and 7.5 attempts. Kevin Doherty's side have averaged 33.6% possession and 4.2 corners per game, with the opposition getting 0.5 goals from 3.7 shots on goal, 12.1 attempts and 6.3 corners.
Frantz Pierrot is the top scorer with 2 goals, while Warren Davis, Thomas Oluwa, Ryan Brennan and Joshua Thomas each have 1. Douglas James-Taylor is the top assists maker with 2.
Shamrock Rovers – Last 10 League GamesRovers have 6 victories, 3 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.0 goals from 10.3 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 56.2% possession, 5.0 corners in their favour and 4.2 corners against, while they’ve conceded 0.8 goals from 6.5 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.
Dylan Watts has landed 3 goals, Graham Burke 2, with Daniel Grant and two others scoring 1. Aaron McEneff, Daniel Grant and Daniel Mandroiu have clocked up 1 assists each in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Drogheda United confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Luke Dennison (GK), Andrew Quinn, Conor Keeley, George Cooper, Owen Lambe, Shane Farrell, Ryan Brennan, Conor Kane, Thomas Oluwa, Darragh Markey, Warren Davis.
Shamrock Rovers confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Edward McGinty (GK), Daniel Cleary, Roberto Lopes, Cory O'Sullivan, Daniel Grant, Joshua Honohan, Dylan Watts, Matthew Healy, Aaron McEneff, Aaron Greene, Graham Burke.
Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips
We are backing Drogheda +0.5 at -108 and feel confident with this prediction. A positive result can be achieved on the Asian Handicap in this League of Ireland game, with the stats backing up this verdict.
We’re always monitoring the team news. Combined with the latest form, this helps us secure the best value. Our football experts also take a data-led approach, with the key numbers proving useful.
Key Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers league stats:
Drogs +0.5 Probability
The betting sites make it a 51.9% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re sweet on the prospect of a 0-0 draw which is available at odds of +600. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.
Corners Prediction
We’ve seen an average of 5.40 Shamrock corners in the past 5 away games, with Drogheda conceding over 4.5 corners in the previous five home matches. If you agree with our verdict that the Shamrock Team Corners line is too low, go for odds of -138 that they go over.






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Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Odds
Shamrock Rovers are regarded as having a 51% chance of winning this Premier Division match according to the bookies’ latest betting odds who have priced them up at -105. For those wanting to back Drogheda United, you will find +290 about this outsider.
If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option.
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- League of Ireland: 09/05 2025 Shamrock 3 Drogheda 0
- League of Ireland: 14/03 2025 Drogheda 1 Shamrock 2
- League of Ireland: 18/10 2024 Drogheda 0 Shamrock 1
- League of Ireland: 11/08 2024 Shamrock 1 Drogheda 1
- League of Ireland: 31/05 2024 Drogheda 0 Shamrock 2
- League of Ireland: 29/04 2024 Shamrock 4 Drogheda 0
- League of Ireland: 22/10 2023 Shamrock 5 Drogheda 0
- League of Ireland: 07/07 2023 Drogheda 0 Shamrock 0
- League of Ireland: 19/05 2023 Shamrock 1 Drogheda 2
- League of Ireland: 24/02 2023 Drogheda 1 Shamrock 1


- 2 wins, 2 defeats and 6 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 1 defeat and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 6.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.10 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 4.30 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 36.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 38.10% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 60.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 56.00% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Drogheda United this season are Warren Davis (7), Conor Keeley (5), Darragh Markey (3)
- Top Assistors for Drogheda United this season are Andrew Quinn (2), Owen Lambe (2), Shane Farrell (2)
Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Lineups & Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Drogheda vs Shamrock team news.
The League of Ireland squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.
Drogheda United Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Shamrock Rovers Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Drogheda United Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Shamrock Rovers Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Drogheda United Substitutes
- 5Aaron Harper-Bailey
- 16Zishim Bawa
- 21Luke Heeney
- 25Bridel Bosakani
- 27Jack Brady
- 28Scott Brady
- 31Kieran Cruise
- 33Conall Cronin
- 34Dare Kareem
Shamrock Rovers Substitutes
- 16Gary O'Neil
- 19Sean Robertson
- 20Rory Gaffney
- 22Cian Barrett
- 26John O'Sullivan
- 29Jack Byrne
- 31Michael Noonan
- 36Victor Ozhianvuna
- 97Leon-Maurice Poehls
Previous Drogheda United Lineups
Previous Shamrock Rovers Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 25 | 14 | 7 | 4 | 44:23 | 49 |
2 | Bohemians | 24 | 13 | 2 | 9 | 30:22 | 41 |
3 | Derry City | 24 | 12 | 4 | 8 | 35:26 | 40 |
4 | Drogheda United | 25 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 29:25 | 38 |
5 | Shelbourne | 25 | 8 | 11 | 6 | 30:27 | 35 |
6 | St Patrick's | 25 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 27:27 | 32 |
7 | Waterford | 24 | 9 | 3 | 12 | 28:42 | 30 |
8 | Galway United | 24 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 27:30 | 29 |
9 | Sligo Rovers | 24 | 6 | 5 | 13 | 30:39 | 23 |
10 | Cork City | 24 | 2 | 9 | 13 | 24:43 | 15 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 12 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 25:7 | 27 |
2 | Bohemians | 12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 17:9 | 25 |
3 | Derry City | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 24:12 | 23 |
4 | Drogheda United | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 17:10 | 22 |
5 | St Patrick's | 13 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 18:11 | 21 |
6 | Shelbourne | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 17:14 | 19 |
7 | Galway United | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 15:13 | 17 |
8 | Waterford | 12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 15:20 | 17 |
9 | Sligo Rovers | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 16:17 | 15 |
10 | Cork City | 12 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 12:15 | 13 |

















