Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 May 2025

Drogs Have Potential to the Cover Line

We’re backing league leaders Drogheda -0.25 on the Asian Handicap at betting odds of +105. A win in their meeting with Sligo would land a full return, with the draw returning half of our stake which acts as insurance.

Drogs 3-0 Winners in Most Recent H2H

Sligo Rovers drew their last game 1-1, with the action taking place at Showgrounds against Cork City. John Russell's men recorded 52% possession and managed three shots on target, with Francely Lomboto bagging the goal.

Drogheda United were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road at Eamonn Deacy Park. Galway United claimed a 2-1 victory. The Drogs recorded 43% possession and had five shots on goal, with Darragh Markey on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Drogheda have won the last two clashes against Sligo, achieving winning home scorelines of 3-0 and 7-0 at Sullivan and Lambe Park. The previous 10 H2H meetings have ended in four Drogheda victories, three draws and three Sligo wins.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
5	Drogheda United	29	10	12	7	31	28	3	31:28	42
9	Sligo Rovers	29	8	6	15	35	47	-12	35:47	30

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2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 7.4 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal. Rovers have had 49.5% possession and 3.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.9 goals from 10.1 attempts and 5.1 shots on goal, while earning 5.7 corners.

Owen Elding is the top scorer with 4 goals, while Francely Lomboto and Cian Kavanagh each have 3. William Fitzgerald is the leading assists maker with 3.

United have won 4, lost 2 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.3 goals from 8.8 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal. Kevin Doherty's team average 32.7% possession, 4.2 corners awarded and 6.1 corners against them, while conceding 0.9 goals from 9.3 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal.

Warren Davis is top of the team’s scoring charts with 5, Conor Keeley is on 3 and Darragh Markey on 2. Shane Farrell, Ryan Brennan and Thomas Oluwa have managed 1 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Sligo Rovers confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Sam Sargeant (GK), Conor Reynolds, Gareth McElroy, John Mahon, Reece Hutchinson, Jake Doyle-Hayes, Connor Malley, Owen Elding, Jad Hakiki, William Fitzgerald, Cian Kavanagh.

Drogheda United confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Luke Dennison (GK), Andrew Quinn, Conor Keeley, James Bolger, Elicha Ahui, Conor Kane, Shane Farrell, Darragh Markey, Paul Doyle, Warren Davis, Thomas Oluwa.

Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United Prediction & Betting Tips

It’s hard to pass up Drogheda -0.25 at +105 on the Asian Handicap. A good return is on the cards if the visitors can win this League of Ireland clash and the information suggest there’s a good chance of this happening.

Our football experts study the form, while injuries and suspensions can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest stats.

Key Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United league stats:

• The -0.25 line has been covered by Drogheda in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sligo in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The +0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Sligo in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line has been covered by Drogheda in 2 consecutive games against Sligo.

Drogs -0.25 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 48.8% prospect of winning. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

The bookmakers give you the chance to buy or sell goals, meaning that you can select from a variety of lines. Buying means shorter prices, with selling sending the odds upwards.

Our Match Prediction

Drogheda Asian Hcp -0.25 @ +105 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Sligo 0 - 1 Drogheda

Drogheda are available to back at +575 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Corners Prediction

Sligo Over 4.5 Corners -150

The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Sligo in three straight home games, while the past four Drogheda away matches have seen over 4.5 corners conceded. If you agree with our verdict that the Sligo 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

Sligo

Total

9.60 3.90 5.70

Home

9.30 5.40 3.90

Away

11.10 3.80 7.30

Drogheda

Total

10.30 4.20 6.10

Home

10.50 4.20 6.30

Away

11.80 4.30 7.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-106

Under 9.5

-137

Sligo Corners

Over 4.5

-122

Under 4.5

-114

Drogheda Corners

Over 4.5

-102

Under 4.5

-139

Most Corners

1

-116

X

+540

2

+112

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Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda 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.

Betting Sites Expecting Tight Affair

The latest betting odds are available for this Premier Division game and you can get +190 that Sligo Rovers win and +132 that Drogheda United triumph. Those wanting to back the draw with the bookies can get +220.

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

You can back Sligo Rovers at +105 on the Draw No Bet market, with money back if the game is a draw. Drogheda United are -152 with the football betting sites to win this League of Ireland game.

Full-Time Result

1

+190

X

+220

2

+132

Half-Time Result

1

+255

X

+105

2

+195

Double Chance

1X

-175

12

-303

X2

-263

Draw No Bet

1

+105

2

-152

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-135

2 Hcp -0.25

-102

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-167

Over 2.5

+115

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-115

No

-123

Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United Lineups & Team News

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