Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Mar 2025
The Value Lies With BTTS No
It could be that at least one side fails to score for this Shamrock v Derry encounter and we’ll head to the Both Teams to Score market. BTTS No looks like the wager to have at -133.
1-1 Draw in Pair’s Last Encounter
Shamrock Rovers have triumphed in back-to-back games. The latest was on the road where Drogheda United were beaten 2-1 at Sullivan and Lambe Park. The South Dublin team managed six shots on target and enjoyed 70% possession, while Aaron Greene and Graham Burke scored one goal apiece.
Derry City triumphed in their previous game. It was away from home where Sligo Rovers were beaten 1-0 at Showgrounds. The Candystripes had just 39% of the ball and recorded two shots on goal, with Michael Duffy scoring the winner in the 20th minute.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Shamrock haven’t lost to Derry in their past seven games, with the last clash ending 1-1 at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. The previous 10 H2H matches have included five wins for Shamrock, one victory for Derry along with four draws.
League of Ireland | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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1 | ![]() |
27 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 46 | 23 | 23 | 46:23 | 53 |
3 | ![]() |
27 | 12 | 6 | 9 | 36 | 29 | 7 | 36:29 | 42 |
6 wins, 3 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.1 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 10.1 attempts. Rovers have had 56.6% possession and 4.9 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 0.9 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 6.7 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.5 corners.
Dylan Watts is the top goalscorer with 3, Graham Burke has 2, with Aaron Greene and two other players on 1. The leading assistor is Daniel Grant with 2.
Derry City – Last 10 League GamesCity have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, with an average of 0.8 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 11.0 attempts. There’s been an average of 52.7% possession, 4.6 corners taken and 2.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.1 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 10.8 attempts.
Michael Duffy has scored 4, followed by Patrick Hoban, Colm Whelan and William Patching with 1 goals apiece. Dominic Thomas and Daniel Mullen have been the top assists providers with 1 in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
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.
Derry City confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Brian Maher (GK), Hayden Cann, Mark Connolly, Kevin Holt, Ronan Boyce, Ben Doherty, Adam O'Reilly, Paul McMullan, Michael Duffy, Carl Winchester, Daniel Mullen.
Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Prediction & Betting Tips
The Both Teams to Score market could be worth a visit ahead of this League of Ireland clash, especially as odds of -133 are available when it comes to BTTS No. This price looks really appealing.
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 Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City league stats:
BTTS No Probability
The bookies are estimating that there is a 57.1% likelihood of this pick landing a return. After careful examination, our experts calculate this probability to be somewhere between 60-65%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
If you’re looking for bigger odds on your BTTS No selection, one potential strategy is to combine this pick with a particular team to win on the Result & Both Teams to Score market.

Correct Score Prediction
A potentially entertaining bet is going for Shamrock to win by a 1-0 scoreline. At odds of +440, there’s the chance to get a handsome return should this wager win.
Corners Prediction
It has now been seven straight Derry matches where the 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered. We expect the teams to fall short and this Total Corners bet can be backed at -138.






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Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Odds
With the bookies giving them a 52% probability of winning, Shamrock Rovers might become a popular accumulator pick at their current betting odds. That is reflected in their -106 price of winning this Premier Division clash. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Derry City are trading at +285.
A tight game could be on the cards and that is reflected in the short odds about Under 2.5 Goals being scored.
There are hundreds of markets when it comes to betting on the League of Ireland coupon and we recommend visiting the leading betting sites to find the bet that matches your view on the game.







- Conference League Qualification: 31/07 Shamrock Rovers 0 St Joseph's0
- Conference League Qualification: 24/07 St Joseph's 0 Shamrock Rovers4
- Premier Division: 05/07 Sligo Rovers 2 Shamrock Rovers2
- Premier Division: 27/06 Shamrock Rovers 1 Waterford0
- Premier Division: 23/06 Bohemians 2 Shamrock Rovers0
- League of Ireland: 23/05 2025 Derry 1 Shamrock 2
- League of Ireland: 28/03 2025 Shamrock 0 Derry 0
- League of Ireland: 20/09 2024 Derry 1 Shamrock 1
- League of Ireland: 20/05 2024 Shamrock 1 Derry 0
- League of Ireland: 19/04 2024 Derry 1 Shamrock 3
- League of Ireland: 04/03 2024 Shamrock 2 Derry 2
- League of Ireland: 15/09 2023 Derry 1 Shamrock 1
- League of Ireland: 26/06 2023 Shamrock 1 Derry 0
- League of Ireland: 01/05 2023 Derry 0 Shamrock 2
- League of Ireland: 03/03 2023 Shamrock 1 Derry 2


- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 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 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 away 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 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 3.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.60 corners awarded and 3.60 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 3.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.20 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 60.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 61.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 10 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 57.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Shamrock Rovers this season are Graham Burke (8), Michael Noonan (6), Rory Gaffney (6)
- Top Assistors for Shamrock Rovers this season are Jack Byrne (7), Daniel Grant (4), Daniel Mandroiu (4)
Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Lineups & Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Shamrock vs Derry team news.
Getting the player information you need is easy thanks to the League of Ireland squads.
Shamrock Rovers Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Derry City Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Shamrock Rovers Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Derry City Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Shamrock Rovers Substitutes
- 3Adam Matthews
- 16Gary O'Neil
- 20Rory Gaffney
- 22Cian Barrett
- 26John O'Sullivan
- 29Jack Byrne
- 31Michael Noonan
- 36Victor Ozhianvuna
- 97Leon-Maurice Poehls
Derry City Substitutes
- 3Shane Ferguson
- 4Ciaron Harkin
- 11Gavin Whyte
- 13Robbie Benson
- 17Dominic Thomas
- 24Sam Todd
- 26Arlo Doherty
- 27Liam Boyce
- 32Sean Patton
Previous Shamrock Rovers Lineups
Previous Derry City Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 27 | 15 | 8 | 4 | 46:23 | 53 |
2 | Bohemians | 27 | 13 | 4 | 10 | 33:26 | 43 |
3 | Derry City | 27 | 12 | 6 | 9 | 36:29 | 42 |
4 | Drogheda United | 27 | 10 | 12 | 5 | 30:25 | 42 |
5 | Shelbourne | 27 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 34:29 | 39 |
6 | St Patrick's | 27 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 32:27 | 38 |
7 | Waterford | 27 | 10 | 4 | 13 | 32:46 | 34 |
8 | Galway United | 27 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 29:35 | 30 |
9 | Sligo Rovers | 27 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 33:46 | 26 |
10 | Cork City | 27 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 27:46 | 19 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 27:7 | 30 |
2 | Derry City | 14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 25:13 | 25 |
3 | Bohemians | 13 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 17:10 | 25 |
4 | St Patrick's | 14 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 21:11 | 24 |
5 | Drogheda United | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 17:10 | 23 |
6 | Shelbourne | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 19:16 | 20 |
7 | Galway United | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 17:17 | 18 |
8 | Waterford | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 15:22 | 17 |
9 | Cork City | 14 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 15:18 | 16 |
10 | Sligo Rovers | 14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 16:19 | 15 |















