Shelbourne vs Waterford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 May 2025

Shels Stand Out as a Great Bet

Shelbourne can deliver the goods when it comes to Full-Time Result betting and we’ll back them with confidence against Waterford. The odds of -167 look attractive when it comes to the home team.

Shels Have Claimed 5 Wins in 7 on H2H

Shelbourne suffered a defeat in their last game. A 2-0 scoreline occurred away from home at Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium against Derry City. Damien Duff's men had the majority of the ball boasting 61% possession and two shots on target.

Waterford have won two on the bounce, triumphing 2-1 in their previous game. This was away from home against Bohemians at Dalymount Park. The Blues had just 36% possession and totalled two shots on goal, with James Olayinka and Tom Lonergan on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Shels have racked up four consecutive wins over Waterford. In their last clash, Shels travelled to Waterford RSC and landed a 1-0 victory. The previous 7 H2H meetings have involved five Shels wins, a single draw and one Waterford victory.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
5	Shelbourne	25	8	11	6	30	27	3	30:27	35
6	Waterford	25	10	3	12	32	44	-12	32:44	33

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2 wins, 2 losses and 6 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts. Shels have had 61.9% possession and 4.9 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 8.5 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.0 corners.

Ademipo Odubeko is the top goalscorer with 3, Evan Caffrey has 2, with Alistair Coote and two other players on 1. The leading assistors are Harry Wood and Evan Caffrey with 2.

Waterford have won 3 and lost 7, with an average of 3.3 shots on goal, 7.0 attempts and 0.8 goals. Matt Lawlor's team average 47.8% possession, 4.9 corners taken and 6.8 corners against them, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 10.1 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal.

Padraig Amond got 3 goals, Tom Lonergan notched 2, while James Olayinka and two other players scored 1. Tom Lonergan has been the top assist maker with 2 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Shelbourne confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Conor Kearns (GK), Sean Gannon, Jonathan Lunney, Kameron Ledwidge, Evan Caffrey, Mark Coyle, Kerr McInroy, James Norris, Harry Wood, Ademipo Odubeko, Ellis Chapman.

Waterford confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Grant Horton, Kacper Radkowski, Darragh Leahy, Ryan Burke, Sam Glenfield, James Olayinka, Kyle White, Conan Noonan, Tom Lonergan, Padraig Amond.

Shelbourne vs Waterford Prediction & Betting Tips

There’s every chance that Shelbourne can win this League of Ireland clash and we’ll happily back the home team to land the glory. Grab the odds of -167 with confidence that a victory can be landed.

Knowing the players that are injured give us a helping hand when putting together football betting tips. Once we’ve also looked at the form guide, we use the available stats and make predictions.

Key Shelbourne vs Waterford league stats:

• Waterford have lost 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Waterford have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Shelbourne have won the last 4 games between these teams.

Shels to Win Probability

The bookies make it a 62.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 65-70%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

The Match Result & Total market not only gives you an opportunity to bet on Shels to win but also combine this pick with a prediction for how many goals will be scored.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Shelbourne 3 - 1 Waterford

We’ve found an attractive bet at odds of +1400 and it involves Shelbourne winning 3-1. We like a wager on correct score as there’s the chance to bank a bigger return.

Corners Prediction

Waterford Under 3.5 Corners -150

Waterford have had under 3.5 corners in three consecutive games, while Shelbourne have had an average of 2.60 corners against them in their last 5 matches. Let’s stick with this betting trend and back Waterford to go under the Team Corners line at a price of -150.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Shelbourne

Total

8.90 4.90 4.00

Home

7.70 5.00 2.70

Away

7.90 3.60 4.30

Waterford

Total

11.70 4.90 6.80

Home

12.20 6.20 6.00

Away

10.00 3.00 7.00

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-110

Under 9.5

-125

Shelbourne Corners

Over 5.5

-138

Under 5.5

-100

Waterford Corners

Over 3.5

+110

Under 3.5

-150

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Shelbourne vs Waterford 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 Make Shels Favourites to Win

Bookies favourites Shelbourne are regarded as the likeliest winners for this Premier Division game and the -175 about them triumphing means a 64% chance of winning based on their current betting odds. Waterford are the +550 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

Under 2.5 Goals is a short-priced option for those customers expecting two goals or less.

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Full-Time Result

1

-175

X

+270

2

+550

Half-Time Result

1

+110

X

+120

2

+550

Double Chance

1X

-901

12

-350

X2

+130

Draw No Bet

1

-549

2

+350

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1

+102.5

2 Hcp +1

-121

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-143

Over 2.5

+110

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+110

No

-150

Shelbourne vs Waterford Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Shels vs Waterford team news.

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

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