Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 20 Jun 2025

We really like Drogheda at odds of -138 to beat Sligo, with this Full-Time Result bet making lots of appeal. There’s a nice potential return and we think a victory could be on the cards.

Drogheda United lost their last game, being beaten at home to Shamrock Rovers 2-1 at Sullivan and Lambe Park. The Drogs enjoyed just 30% possession and had three shots on target, while George Cooper scored the goal.

Sligo Rovers claimed a 1-0 home win over Waterford at Showgrounds in their previous game. John Russell's team had 46% possession and recorded two shots on goal, with Wilson Waweru finding the net in the 20th minute.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Drogheda have avoided defeat against Sligo in the past three games, with their last clash being a 2-2 draw at Showgrounds. The past 10 H2H meetings have featured four Drogheda victories, four draws and two Sligo wins.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Drogheda United	19	5	6	8	25	32	-7	25:32	21
9	Sligo Rovers	19	5	4	10	15	27	-12	15:27	19

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United have 2 wins, 3 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 9.6 attempts. Kevin Doherty's side have averaged 36.1% possession and 4.8 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.4 goals from 4.2 shots on goal, 10.3 attempts and 4.5 corners.

Warren Davis and Conor Keeley are the top scorers with 2 goals each, while George Cooper has 1. Shane Farrell and Owen Lambe have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece.

Rovers have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, averaging 8.0 attempts, 3.3 shots on goal and 1.1 goals. The Bit O'Reds average 47.9% possession, 4.4 corners in their favour and 7.1 corners against, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 5.1 shots on goal and 13.0 attempts.

Owen Elding has scored 3, followed by Gareth McElroy and Francely Lomboto with 2 goals apiece. William Fitzgerald has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Drogheda United confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Luke Dennison (GK), George Cooper, Conor Keeley, Andrew Quinn, Kieran Cruise, Luke Heeney, Shane Farrell, Conor Kane, Warren Davis, Ryan Brennan, Douglas James-Taylor.

Sligo Rovers confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Sam Sargeant (GK), Conor Reynolds, Gareth McElroy, John Mahon, Reece Hutchinson, Jad Hakiki, Jake Doyle-Hayes, William Fitzgerald, Owen Elding, Stephen Mallon, Wilson Waweru.

Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips

Drogheda should be able to deliver a return when they line up in this League of Ireland game, with odds of -138 looking really appealing. We are confident that this is the best way to play this wager.

Current team news and the latest form provide useful pieces of information when it comes to making football tips. It’s also vital to have access to all available stats so that we make the most informed picks.

Key Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers league stats:

• Sligo have lost 13 of their last 20 games.
• Sligo have lost 6 of their last 10 games on the road.

The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 57.9% prospect of winning. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

The Asian Handicap provide a range of alternatives when it comes to backing Drogheda. There’s a chance to get bigger odds if you think that a sizeable win can be achieved.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Drogheda 2 - 0 Sligo

We’re predicting Drogheda to land a 2-0 victory and this is available at +700. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Corners Prediction

Drogheda Under 5.5 Corners -110

The 5.5 corners line has not been covered by Drogheda in eight consecutive matches. There’s the opportunity to go under the Drogheda Team Corners line and we’re expecting this to happen, with odds of -110 available.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Drogheda

Total

8.50 3.50 5.00

Home

10.10 5.40 4.70

Away

10.10 3.80 6.30

Sligo

Total

9.50 3.60 5.90

Home

10.30 3.80 6.50

Away

9.90 3.50 6.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-135

Under 9.5

-108

Drogheda Corners

Over 5.5

-110

Under 5.5

-127

Sligo Corners

Over 3.5

-156

Under 3.5

+110

Most Corners

1

-172

X

+575

2

+165

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Drogheda United vs Sligo 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.

Drogheda United are forecasted to have a 57% chance of triumphing in this League of Ireland encounter according to the bookmakers. It leads to their latest betting odds being -135. Sligo Rovers are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at +350.

If you think Drogheda can win by two or more goals against Sligo, consider them at -0.75 on the Asian Handicap at -102. You’ll even win with half your stake if they win by one goal, with the other half refunded.

Under and Over 2.5 Goals backers are able to get similar odds on the Total Goals market. If you think both sides will find the net, then you can back the Yes option on the Both Teams to Score market at -133.

When it comes to every League of Ireland match, you will find hundreds of markets available. Go through the various attractive options which are available at the best football betting sites.

Full-Time Result

1

-135

X

+250

2

+350

Half-Time Result

1

+133

X

+120

2

+340

Double Chance

1X

-500

12

-357

X2

-102

Draw No Bet

1

-333

2

+215

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-102

2 Hcp +0.75

-132

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-120

Over 2.5

-118

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-133

No

-106

Drogheda United vs Sligo 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 Sligo team news.

We’re on hand to provide you with full details of the latest League of Ireland squads.

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