Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 Mar 2026
League of Ireland Betting Preview: Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United meet Shamrock Rovers at Sullivan and Lambe Park, with kick-off set for 15:45 on Monday 16 March.
Shamrock have the potential to land a win when they go up against Drogheda. On this basis, we will side with the Full-Time Result odds of -105 and this price can be taken confidently.
Drogheda United have been beaten in their last three games. On the road at Richmond Park, St Patrick's Athletic recently beat them 4-1. The Drogs recorded just 34% possession and had three shots on target, with Thomas Oluwa scoring the goal.
Shamrock Rovers got the win in their previous game. A 2-0 triumph occurred away from home at Showgrounds when playing Sligo Rovers. The South Dublin team recorded 46% possession and totalled five shots on goal, with Matthew Healy and Daniel Grant finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It’s been five victories on the bounce for Shamrock when playing Drogheda. In the last encounter, home team Shamrock claimed a 2-1 win at Tallaght Stadium. The 10 most recent H2H games have included eight Shamrock victories along with two draws.
| League of Ireland | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Shamrock Rovers |
6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 10:6 | 11 |
| 7 |  Drogheda United |
6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 9 | -2 | 7:9 | 7 |
United have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 10.4 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal. Kevin Doherty's men have averaged 45.0% possession and 5.2 corners per game, conceding 1.6 goals and 5.8 corners from 16.1 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal.
Mark Doyle is the top scorer with 2 goals, while Thomas Oluwa, Brandon Kavanagh, Conor Keeley and Shane Farrell each have 1. The top assist makers are Conor Keeley, Andrew Quinn and Kieran Cruise, all of whom have 1 on the board.
Rovers have 4 victories, 4 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 4.5 shots on goal, 11.6 attempts and 1.3 goals. The Hoops average 61.5% possession, 4.9 corners taken and 3.1 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 10.0 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.
Dylan Watts has scored 3 goals, followed by Matthew Healy, Daniel Grant, John McGovern and Graham Burke on 1. Tunmise Sobowale and Jack Byrne have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Drogheda United predicted lineup (5-3-2): Luke Dennison (GK), Edwin Agbaje, Leo Burney, Conor Keeley, Andrew Quinn, Conor Kane, Shane Farrell, Jago Godden, Brandon Kavanagh, Thomas Oluwa, Mark Doyle.
Shamrock Rovers predicted lineup (5-3-2): Edward McGinty (GK), Tunmise Sobowale, Lee Grace, Adam Matthews, Cory O'Sullivan, Danny Grant, Dylan Watts, Matthew Healy, Jack Byrne, Aaron Greene, John McGovern.
Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips
We’ve broken down Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers from every angle, offering our expert match prediction, expected final score, best corners pick and a well-constructed bet builder.
Match Prediction
Shamrock look like a quality wager and we’re expecting them to land the honours. There is a price of -105 that they win this League of Ireland encounter and this selection looks like value.
Our football experts are keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best League of Ireland stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
Key Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers league stats:
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 51.3% chance of winning. After careful examination, our team calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
If you anticipate that Shamrock will win but also concede one goal or more, then it’s logical that the Result + BTTS Yes pick offers an attractive betting option at bigger odds.
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Correct Score Prediction
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One bet that has caught our eye is Shamrock to claim a 1-0 correct score win. This selection is available at +460 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.
Corners Prediction
It has now been three straight Drogheda matches where the 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered. The Total Corners line could be on the high side based on the stats and -115 is available to back.
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Bet Builder Tips
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Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers 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.
Shamrock Rovers are forecasted to have a 51% chance of triumphing in this League of Ireland encounter according to the bookmakers. It leads to their latest betting odds being -105. The +265 means that Drogheda United are seen as having the lowest probability of succeeding.
Shamrock are -112 on the Asian Handicap -0.5 which is like backing them on the Full-Time Result market. Alternatively, you can get -127 for Drogheda +0.5 and get the draw on your side.
The Total Goals market is a great option and Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds right now. Both Teams to Score No is available at -132 for anyone expecting at least one side to draw a blank.
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Drogheda have finished with five wins, three losses and two draws in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 0.90.
Shamrock have recorded four draws, four losses and two wins in the previous 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 1.40.
The last Sullivan and Lambe Park meeting saw Shamrock beat Drogheda 2-1. We’ve seen the previous 10 H2H games at Sullivan and Lambe Park include six Shamrock triumphs, three draws and one Drogheda win.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drogheda United Home Stats |
5-2-3 | 1.90 | 1.00 | 0.90 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 6 | |
| Shamrock Rovers Away Stats |
2-4-4 | 2.60 | 1.20 | 1.40 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |
- 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
- League of Ireland: 31/08 2025 Shamrock 2 Drogheda 1
- League of Ireland: 16/06 2025 Drogheda 1 Shamrock 2
- 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
Drogheda United League Stats
Shamrock Rovers League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 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 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 5.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 5.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 3.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 45.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 41.00% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 61.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 60.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Drogheda United this season are Mark Doyle (2), Brandon Kavanagh (1), Conor Keeley (1)
- Top Assistors for Drogheda United this season are Andrew Quinn (1), Conor Keeley (1), Kieran Cruise (1)
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Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Lineups & Team News
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Drogheda United Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Shamrock Rovers Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Drogheda United Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Shamrock Rovers Predicted Lineup 5-3-2
Previous Drogheda United Lineups
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Injuries & Suspensions
Drogheda United Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Kevin Doherty
Shamrock Rovers Player Stats & Squad
League of Ireland Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bohemians | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10:2 | 16 |
| 2 | St Patrick's | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12:5 | 13 |
| 3 | Shamrock Rovers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 10:6 | 11 |
| 4 | Shelbourne | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 10:9 | 9 |
| 5 | Dundalk | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11:10 | 7 |
| 6 | Derry City | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 9:9 | 7 |
| 7 | Drogheda United | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7:9 | 7 |
| 8 | Galway United | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4:6 | 5 |
| 9 | Sligo Rovers | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3:10 | 4 |
| 10 | Waterford | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3:13 | 2 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Patrick's | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9:1 | 9 |
| 2 | Shamrock Rovers | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:1 | 7 |
| 3 | Bohemians | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4:2 | 7 |
| 4 | Derry City | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9:8 | 7 |
| 5 | Dundalk | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6:1 | 4 |
| 6 | Galway United | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3:3 | 4 |
| 7 | Drogheda United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 8 | Sligo Rovers | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2:7 | 3 |
| 9 | Shelbourne | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5:6 | 2 |
| 10 | Waterford | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1:2 | 2 |
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