Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 14 Apr 2025

The top wager for this Shamrock vs Cork contest could involve a Total Goals pick. Our opinion is that Under 2.5 looks too good to miss based on the latest stats and the price of -118 stands out.

Shamrock Rovers made it back-to-back wins in their last game. Landing a 2-0 home victory against Waterford at Tallaght Stadium. The South Dublin outfit enjoyed 62% possession and had six shots on target, with Aaron McEneff and Lee Grace each scoring one goal.

Cork City suffered a second straight defeat when losing 2-0 in their previous game. This was at home to St Patrick's Athletic at Turner's Cross Stadium. The Rebel Army had 52% possession and recorded four shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cork were at home when the teams last met and it was a 0-0 draw versus Shamrock at Turner's Cross Stadium. It has been six Shamrock victories, one Cork win and three draws in the previous 10 meetings between these teams.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Shamrock Rovers	36	19	9	8	56	33	23	56:33	66
10	Cork City	36	4	12	20	33	61	-28	33:61	24

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Rovers have 6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 9.6 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. The Hoops have averaged 57.3% possession and 5.2 corners per game, conceding 0.6 goals and 4.0 corners from 6.3 attempts and 2.3 shots on goal.

The three top scorers are Aaron McEneff, Graham Burke and Dylan Watts, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Leading assistor is Daniel Grant with 2.

City have won 1, lost 3 and drawn 4, averaging 8.3 attempts, 2.9 shots on goal and 1.1 goals. Tim Clancy's men average 49.0% possession, 6.8 corners in their favour and 6.0 corners against, while 1.5 goals have been conceded from 4.6 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts.

Ruairi Keating has landed 3 goals, Kitt Nelson 2, with Alex Nolan and two others scoring 1. Rio Shipston has managed to clock up 2 assists in the last 8 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Shamrock Rovers confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Edward McGinty (GK), Daniel Cleary, Roberto Lopes, Cory O'Sullivan, Adam Matthews, Joshua Honohan, Jack Byrne, Dylan Watts, Gary O'Neil, Michael Noonan, Aaron Greene.

Cork City confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Tein Troost (GK), Milan Mbeng, Freddie Anderson, Charlie Lyons, Darragh Crowley, Benny Couto, Rio Shipston, Kitt Nelson, Sean Murray, Cathal O'Sullivan, Joshua Fitzpatrick.

Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City Prediction & Betting Tips

We can’t pass up the opportunity to back Under 2.5 Goals at odds of -118. This looks like an attractive bet, with the teams set to play out a low-scoring League of Ireland encounter.

Team news plays a valuable role and we’re always monitoring the players who have an injury concern. We’ve also got a handle on the form guide, with plenty of data provided which puts you in the picture in terms of stats.

Key Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Shamrock games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Shamrock games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Shamrock games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Cork games.

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability close to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

There are a number of similar wagers and Under 1.5 Goals allows you to secure a larger price. However, there’s more risk as you can’t have more than one goal being scored.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Shamrock 2 - 0 Cork

There’s the option to wager on Shamrock to win by a 2-0 scoreline. Odds of +460 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners -120

Each of the past eight Cork games have involved the 9.5 Total Corners line being covered. The Total Corners line is on the low side and we’re looking to go over this number at odds of -120.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Shamrock

Total

10.10 5.30 4.80

Home

10.30 6.40 3.90

Away

8.30 4.00 4.30

Cork

Total

11.50 4.80 6.70

Home

11.90 6.40 5.50

Away

12.22 4.67 7.56

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-132

Under 9.5

-111

Shamrock Corners

Over 5.5

-137

Under 5.5

-102

Cork Corners

Over 3.5

-111

Under 3.5

-125

Most Corners

1

-250

X

+600

2

+230

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Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City Odds

The bookies are taking no chances with their betting odds of -303 about Shamrock Rovers which reflects they have a 75% chance of winning this Premier Division encounter. Cork City are the +800 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

If you want to bet on the number of goals in the match, you can get a similar price on Over or Under 2.5 Goals.

Head over to the Bet Builder and you’ll find all the popular football betting site markets available. League of Ireland selections can then be combined together in a same-game accumulator which you can cheer on.

Full-Time Result

1

-303

X

+360

2

+800

Half-Time Result

1

-112

X

+133

2

+600

Double Chance

1X

-1667

12

-526

X2

+195

Draw No Bet

1

-1000

2

+550

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.25

-114

2 Hcp +1.25

-116

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-122

Over 2.5

-116

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+120

No

-172

Shamrock Rovers vs Cork City Lineups & Team News

It’s good to know about any injuries and this is reflected in our Shamrock vs Cork team news, with this leading to predicted and confirmed lineups.

Getting the player information you need is easy thanks to the League of Ireland squads.

Shamrock Rovers Team Page Cork City Team Page

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