Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 11 Apr 2025

Best Bet Has to Be Under 2.5

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

Shamrock Are 9 From 10 on the H2H

Shamrock Rovers won last time out by a 1-0 scoreline. It was away from home against Galway United at Eamonn Deacy Park. The Hoops had most of the ball enjoying 57% possession and two shots on target, with an early second half strike from Rory Gaffney proving the difference.

Waterford have now lost four consecutive games. Away from home in their previous game, Drogheda United won 2-0 at Sullivan and Lambe Park. Keith Long's side recorded 60% possession and had three shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Shamrock have won the last two encounters against Waterford. The most recent was a 2-1 home win at Tallaght Stadium after a 2-1 away victory at Waterford RSC. In the past 10 H2H games, we’ve seen nine Shamrock wins and one Waterford triumph.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Shamrock Rovers	28	16	8	4	48	24	24	48:24	56
7	Waterford	29	10	4	15	33	50	-17	33:50	34

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6 wins, 2 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts. Rovers have had 58.3% possession and 5.2 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 0.6 goals from 2.4 shots on goal and 6.5 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.4 corners.

Top goalscorer Dylan Watts has found the net 3 times, Graham Burke 2, with Rory Gaffney and two other players on 1. Daniel Grant is the leading assists maker on 2.

Waterford have 3 victories, 6 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 8.7 attempts, 3.7 shots on goal and 1.0 goals. The Blues average 47.1% possession, 5.0 corners in their favour and 5.6 corners against, while 1.6 goals have been conceded from 4.3 shots on goal and 10.1 attempts.

Padraig Amond is the leading scorer with 3 goals, followed by Kyle White on 2, with Kacper Radkowski and two others bagging 1. Rowan McDonald has been the top assist maker with 2 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Shamrock Rovers confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Edward McGinty (GK), Daniel Cleary, Roberto Lopes, Lee Grace, Daniel Grant, Dylan Watts, Matthew Healy, Joshua Honohan, Aaron McEneff, Rory Gaffney, Graham Burke.

Waterford confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Darragh Leahy, Grant Horton, Kacper Radkowski, Ryan Burke, Navajo Bakboord, Dean McMenamy, Rowan McDonald, Ben McCormack, Padraig Amond, Sam Glenfield.

Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford Prediction & Betting Tips

We think the odds of -133 are really attractive when it comes to betting Under 2.5 for this League of Ireland game. It’s anticipated that these sides could be set to play out a low-scoring encounter.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford league stats:

• 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 12 of the last 20 Shamrock games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Shamrock games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 19 Waterford games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 Waterford games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the bookies, our pick has a 57.1% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our experts calculate this probability to be somewhere between 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

If you’re looking for bigger odds and are expecting a low-scoring affair, then it might be worth looking at Under 1.5 Goals, especially if you think that one goal or less will be scored in total.

Our Match Prediction

Under 2.5 Goals @ -133 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Shamrock 2 - 0 Waterford

Our prediction for the correct score is Shamrock to land a 2-0 victory and this is available at +450. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Corners Prediction

Shamrock Under 5.5 Corners -120

The 5.5 corners line has not been covered by Shamrock in their past five home games. We can use these stats to our advantage, with odds of -120 that Shamrock fall short when it comes to the Team Corners line.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Shamrock

Total

10.70 6.00 4.70

Home

10.50 6.70 3.80

Away

8.70 4.60 4.10

Waterford

Total

10.40 4.90 5.50

Home

10.90 5.60 5.30

Away

10.70 4.10 6.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-120

Under 9.5

-120

Shamrock Corners

Over 5.5

-100

Under 5.5

-138

Waterford Corners

Over 3.5

-163

Under 3.5

+120

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Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford Odds

According to the betting odds, Shamrock Rovers are red-hot -300 favourites with the bookies to win and that means a 75% chance of winning this Premier Division clash. Waterford are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +800.

A low-scoring game will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds.

If you fancy Shamrock Rovers but want money back if this League of Ireland match is a draw, then you can get -1205. You can bet on Waterford at +700 on the Draw No Bet market.

Full-Time Result

1

-300

X

+320

2

+800

Half-Time Result

1

-110

X

+130

2

+750

Double Chance

1X

-1587

12

-500

X2

+200

Draw No Bet

1

-1205

2

+700

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.25

-121

2 Hcp +1.25

+102.5

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-118

Over 2.5

-105

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+125

No

-175

Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford Lineups & Team News

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

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

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