Galway United vs Dundalk Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Oct 2024

Goals Look in Short Supply

There’s a strong argument to go with Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. Galway and Dundalk might not reach this total and we’re a fan of the odds of -133 that are available for this prediction.

Galway Beat Dundalk Last Time Out

Galway United won last time out by a 2-1 scoreline. It was away from home against Waterford at Waterford RSC. They enjoyed 55% possession and had five shots on target, while Stephen Walsh and Killian Brouder scored one goal each.

Dundalk have suffered five straight defeats, recently being beaten at home by Bohemians 2-0 at Oriel Park. They recorded three shots on goal and had 46% possession.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 2-0 in favour of Galway when they last played Dundalk, with the clash taking place at Oriel Park. For the past 3 matches involving these teams, there has been a Galway win every time.

Galway have 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts. They have averaged 39.2% possession and 5.1 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 0.7 goals from 3.4 shots on goal, 12.1 attempts and 3.7 corners.

Stephen Walsh and Patrick Hickey are the leading goalscorers with 3, while Killian Brouder has 1. Stephen Walsh is the leading assists maker on 2.

Dundalk have won 1, lost 7 and drawn 2, with an average of 0.9 goals from 13.0 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. They average 41.3% possession, 4.0 corners in their favour and 7.1 corners against, while conceding 1.6 goals from 14.8 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.

Daryl Horgan is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Robbie Benson, Jamie Gullan, Eoin Kenny and John Mountney have 1. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Jad Hakiki, Dan Pike and Daryl Horgan who have all made 1.

Confirmed Lineups

Galway United confirmed lineup (4-4-1-1): Brendan Clarke (GK), Colm Horgan, Garry Buckley, Killian Brouder, Gregory Cunningham, Jimmy Keohane, Conor James McCormack, Vincent Russell Borden, Edward McCarthy, Patrick Hickey, Stephen Walsh.

Dundalk confirmed lineup (3-5-1-1): Ross Munro (GK), Hayden Cann, Andrew Boyle, Sean Keogh, Daryl Horgan, Robbie Benson, Aodh Dervin, Koen Oostenbrink, Paul Doyle, John Mountney, Jamie Gullan.

Galway United vs Dundalk Prediction & Betting Tips

The stage is set for a low-scoring League of Ireland clash. As a result, we will wager on Under 2.5 which can be taken at attractive odds of -133, with defences likely to nullify the attacking players.

We’re 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 stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Galway United vs Dundalk league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 16 Galway games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Galway games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Dundalk games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Dundalk games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 games between these teams.

Under 2.5 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 57.1% prospect of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

If you’re in search of a larger price and anticipate things being tight, then it might be worth looking at Under 1.5 Goals, with less than two goals needing to be scored overall.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Galway 2 - 0 Dundalk

We’re predicting Galway to land a 2-0 victory and this is available at +500. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Galway United vs Dundalk Odds

Galway United are the -286 favourites and that means a 74% chance of winning this Premier Division match according to the betting odds at the bookies. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +700 about Dundalk.

The odds suggest that Under 2.5 Goals is the likelier outcome in this match.

If you fancy Galway United but want money back if this League of Ireland match is a draw, then you can get -1250. You can bet on Dundalk at +575 on the Draw No Bet market.

Full-Time Result

1

-286

X

+375

2

+700

Half-Time Result

1

-122

X

+148

2

+575

Double Chance

1X

-2000

12

-667

X2

+205

Draw No Bet

1

-1250

2

+575

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.25

-120

2 Hcp +1.25

-106

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-118

Over 2.5

-118

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+128

No

-175

Galway United vs Dundalk Lineups & Team News

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