Shelbourne vs Galway United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Sep 2025

League of Ireland Betting Preview: Shelbourne vs Galway United

Shelbourne host Galway United in this League of Ireland meeting at Tolka Park, with kick-off set for 12:00 on Sunday 31 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Shels Good Value against Tribesmen

We think that Shelbourne can get the better of Galway and we really like the odds of +110 on the Full-Time Result market. The price looks appealing and we’re confident this selection will be on the money.

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1-1 Draw in Pair’s Last Encounter

Shelbourne had a 2-2 draw in their last League of Ireland game. This was at home to Bohemians at Tolka Park. The Dublin team had just 38% possession and recorded eight shots on target, while Daniel Kelly and John Martin scored one goal each.

On Thursday night, Shels won 2-0 in the Europa Conference League qualifier when visiting Linfield.

Galway United have lost their previous four road outings. In their most recent game, they were turned over 2-1 at home to Derry City at Eamonn Deacy Park. John Caulfield's side enjoyed just 36% possession and had four shots on goal, while Jimmy Keohane found the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

There has been three straight draws between Shels and Galway, with the last encounter ending 1-1 at Eamonn Deacy Park. The previous 7 H2H games have included three draws coupled with two victories apiece.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
6	Shelbourne	27	9	12	6	34	29	5	34:29	39
8	Galway United	28	7	9	12	30	37	-7	30:37	30

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4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 9.0 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal. Shels have had 52.3% possession and 4.7 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.2 goals from 8.3 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal, while earning 4.9 corners.

John Martin leads the way with 4 goals, with Alistair Coote and Harry Wood getting 3 apiece. Ademipo Odubeko, Harry Wood and Evan Caffrey have racked up the most assists with 2 each.

United have won 1, lost 6 and drawn 3, with an average of 4.1 shots on goal, 11.2 attempts and 0.9 goals. John Caulfield's team average 40.2% possession, 4.9 corners awarded and 4.6 corners against, while 1.6 goals have been conceded from 10.0 attempts and 4.4 shots on goal.

David Hurley has scored 2 goals, followed by Jimmy Keohane, Stephen Walsh, Dara McGuinness and Bobby Burns on 1. Bobby Burns, Cian Byrne and Evan Watts have managed 1 assists in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Shelbourne predicted lineup (5-3-2): Conor Kearns (GK), Lewis Temple, Evan Caffrey, Mark Coyle, Kameron Ledwidge, Sean Gannon, Sean Moore, Daniel Kelly, Ellis Chapman, Ali Coote, Ademipo Odubeko.

Galway United predicted lineup (4-3-3): Brendan Clarke (GK), Killian Brouder, Rob Slevin, Bobby Burns, Colm Horgan, Jimmy Keohane, Garry Buckley, David Hurley, Stephen Walsh, Ed McCarthy, Patrick Hickey.

Shelbourne vs Galway United Prediction & Betting Tips

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Match Prediction

There’s a strong chance that we’ll see Shelbourne record a victory and they are priced at +110 to win this League of Ireland clash. We think that the latest odds offer bettors plenty of value.

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Key Shelbourne vs Galway United league stats:

• Galway have lost their last 4 games on the road.
• Galway have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Galway have lost 11 of their last 20 games.

Shels to Win Probability

The betting odds at the top bookies suggest our pick carries a 47.6% chance of winning. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability somewhere between 50-55%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Galway

We’re taking a chance on Shelbourne to achieve a 2-1 winning scoreline. Odds of +800 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Corners Prediction

Galway Over 3.5 Corners -150

In their past four games, Galway have covered the 3.5 corners line, with Shelbourne conceding 4.90 corners on average in their previous 10 matches. If you agree with our verdict that the Galway Team Corners line can be covered, then you can secure odds of -150 that this happens.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Shelbourne

Total

9.60 4.70 4.90

Home

9.60 5.70 3.90

Away

9.30 4.20 5.10

Galway

Total

9.50 4.90 4.60

Home

11.20 5.40 5.80

Away

9.40 4.10 5.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-110

Under 9.5

-125

Shelbourne Corners

Over 5.5

+110

Under 5.5

-150

Galway Corners

Over 3.5

-150

Under 3.5

+110

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Shelbourne vs Galway United Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Expecting Shels to Triumph

The bookies have Shelbourne at +110 when it comes to Full-Time Result. This implies that the favourites are 48% likely to win this League of Ireland encounter according to the latest betting odds. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +280 for Galway United.

There are different ways to bet on Shels winning and that includes the -129 about them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. It also means that if they draw with Galway, you get half stakes refunded.

The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. If you want to wager BTTS Yes or BTTS No, then -110 is available for each of these picks.

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Full-Time Result

1

+110

X

+210

2

+280

Half-Time Result

1

+175

X

+110

2

+333.3

Double Chance

1X

-400

12

-275

X2

-143

Draw No Bet

1

-225

2

+162.5

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-129

2 Hcp +0.25

+102.5

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-150

Over 2.5

+115

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-110

No

-110

Shels Have Avoided Defeat in Past Three H2H Tolka Park Games

Shels have managed four victories, four losses and two draws in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

Galway haven’t triumphed in nine straight games on the road. The Tribesmen have clocked up six losses, three draws and one win in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 0.60 goals per match and conceding 1.40.

It was a 2-2 draw when Shels last faced Galway at Tolka Park. Aside from one draw, Shels have dominated the past 3 H2H meetings at Tolka Park with two victories.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Shelbourne Home Stats		4-2-4	2.90	1.40	1.50	7	3	6	4
Galway United Away Stats		1-3-6	2.00	0.60	1.40	4	6	4	6

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

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Shelbourne vs Galway United Lineups & Team News

Always review the Shels vs Galway team news before locking in your bets. Expect the predicted and confirmed League of Ireland lineups along with timely injury updates.

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