Sligo Rovers vs Galway United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 23 Jun 2025

Under 2.5 the Most Likely Outcome

We’re not convinced that Sligo and Galway score three or more goals between them. As a result, we’ll visit the Total Goals market and bet on Under 2.5 which is priced at odds of -125.

1-0 Triumph for Sligo in Last H2H

Sligo Rovers were beaten in their last game. Away from home at Sullivan and Lambe Park, Drogheda United claimed a 1-0 win. The Bit O'Reds dominated possession with 64% of the ball and recorded four shots on target.

Galway United claimed a home win in their previous game. A 3-1 victory occurred against St Patrick's Athletic at Eamonn Deacy Park. John Caulfield's team had just 34% possession and recorded six shots on goal, with Edward McCarthy, David Hurley and Robert Slevin finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Sligo triumphed in the last clash between these teams. A 1-0 away win was recorded against Galway at Eamonn Deacy Park. In the previous 6 H2H games, we have seen three draws, two Sligo victories and one Galway win.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Galway United	27	7	9	11	29	35	-6	29:35	30
9	Sligo Rovers	27	7	5	15	33	46	-13	33:46	26

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Rovers have 2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.7 goals from 2.6 shots on goal and 7.8 attempts. John Russell's men have averaged 50.6% possession and 4.4 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.4 goals from 5.2 shots on goal, 13.3 attempts and 7.0 corners.

Top goalscorer Owen Elding has found the net 2 times, with Wilson Waweru, Gareth McElroy, Reece Hutchinson and Francely Lomboto scoring 1 each. The leading assistors have been William Fitzgerald and Matty Wolfe with 2.

United have won 3, lost 4 and drawn 3, with an average of 11.4 attempts, 4.3 shots on goal and 1.1 goals. The Tribesmen average 39.7% possession, 4.3 corners in their favour and 6.5 corners against, while 1.2 goals have been conceded from 5.3 shots on goal and 13.8 attempts.

Moses Dyer got 6 goals, David Hurley notched 2, while Edward McCarthy and two other players scored 1. Stephen Walsh has managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Sligo Rovers confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Sam Sargeant (GK), Conor Reynolds, John Mahon, Matty Wolfe, Reece Hutchinson, Jake Doyle-Hayes, Jad Hakiki, Kyle McDonagh, Owen Elding, William Fitzgerald, Wilson Waweru.

Galway United confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Evan Watts (GK), Gregory Cunningham, Robert Slevin, Garry Buckley, Jeannot Esua, Patrick Hickey, Cian Byrne, Vincent Russell Borden, Edward McCarthy, Moses Dyer, David Hurley.

Sligo Rovers vs Galway United Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re more than happy with odds of -125 when it comes to betting Under 2.5 Goals, with this price standing out for the League of Ireland encounter. The teams might not net too many between them.

The football predictions are generated after consulting the team news for both sides along with the form. We are also able to analyse the latest stats which can suggest how the game might unfold.

Key Sligo Rovers vs Galway United league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Sligo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Sligo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Sligo games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 Galway games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Galway games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 14 of the last 20 Galway games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

The betting sites make it a 55.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Sligo 1 - 1 Galway

We’re sweet on the prospect of a 1-1 draw which is available at odds of +525. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.

Corners Prediction

Sligo To Have Most Corners +105

It’s been an average of 5.20 Sligo corners in the past 5 matches, while the last 5 Galway away games have seen them average 3.60. Sligo should be able to register the most corners and there’s an opportunity to land odds of +105.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Sligo

Total

11.40 4.40 7.00

Home

9.70 4.40 5.30

Away

11.30 4.30 7.00

Galway

Total

10.80 4.30 6.50

Home

10.00 4.30 5.70

Away

10.50 4.00 6.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-147

Under 9.5

-100

Sligo Corners

Over 4.5

-118

Under 4.5

-120

Galway Corners

Over 4.5

-154

Under 4.5

+108

Most Corners

1

+117

X

+575

2

-122

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Sligo Rovers 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.

Galway Win on the Cards According to the Bookies

Galway United are regarded as having a 50% chance of winning this League of Ireland clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are +102. Sligo Rovers are the +235 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

For those wanting some insurance backing Galway, taking the -0.25 Asian Handicap option means a half stake return if it’s a draw. There’s -130 that they manage to beat Sligo on this market.

A tight contest could be on the cards and that is reflected in the short odds about Under 2.5 Goals being scored. A different approach is a Both Teams to Score bet and Yes has been priced at -135.

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Full-Time Result

1

+235

X

+245

2

+102

Half-Time Result

1

+280

X

+117

2

+163

Double Chance

1X

-135

12

-345

X2

-333

Draw No Bet

1

+140

2

-204

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-102

2 Hcp -0.25

-130

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-127

Over 2.5

-112

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-135

No

-105

Sligo Rovers vs Galway United Lineups & Team News

Our Sligo vs Galway team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

The League of Ireland squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

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