St Patricks vs Waterford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Aug 2026
St Patricks vs Waterford Predictions
We’re lining up Waterford +1.5 at Asian Handicap odds of -133. We’re expecting them to be competitive against St Patrick's and there’s a return even if the underdogs lose by a single goal which makes the bet attractive.
Continue reading for our complete St Patrick's vs Waterford betting analysis, delivering an in-depth look at our main match prediction, as well as our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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St Patricks clash with Waterford at Richmond Park, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 28 August.
St Patrick's Athletic have won two League of Ireland games on the spin, triumphing 2-0 in their previous league encounter. This was away to Drogheda United at Sullivan and Lambe Park. The Dublin side had seven shots on target and boasted 62% possession, with Anthony Olusanya and Barry Baggley scoring one goal apiece.
Waterford played Sligo Rovers away from home in their previous game. It was a 0-0 draw at Showgrounds. The Blues had four shots on goal and 51% possession.
1-1 Draw in Last H2H Clash
Pats haven’t lost to Waterford in their past eight matches, with the last encounter ending 1-1 at Waterford RSC. The previous 10 H2H meetings have ended in five Pats victories, four draws and one Waterford win.
| League of Ireland | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | St Patrick's |
28 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 45 | 23 | 22 | 45:23 | 50 |
| 8 | Waterford |
28 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 37 | 48 | -11 | 37:48 | 29 |
5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 5.7 shots on goal and 19.6 attempts. Pats have had 56.0% possession and 7.2 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 0.7 goals from 3.4 shots on goal and 10.3 attempts, while being awarded 4.7 corners.
Top goalscorer Aidan Keena has found the net 3 times, with Anthony Olusanya and Kian Leavy scoring 2 each. Leading assistor is Aidan Keena with 3.
Waterford have 5 victories, 1 defeat and 4 draws, averaging 15.6 attempts, 4.9 shots on goal and 1.9 goals. Graham Coughlan's team average 36.5% possession, 5.5 corners in their favour and 5.2 corners against, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 4.0 shots on goal and 16.1 attempts.
The leading goalscorers have been Tom Lonergan on 7, Padraig Amond with 6 and Joergen Voilaas 2. Benny Couto has managed to clock up 3 assists in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
St Patrick's predicted lineup (5-3-2): Joseph Anang (GK), James Brown, Joe Redmond, Sean Hoare, Luke Turner, Anto Breslin, Darragh Nugent, Chris Forrester, Jamie Lennon, Aidan Keena, Anthony Olusanya.
Waterford predicted lineup (3-4-1-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Hayden Cann, John Mahon, Kevin Long, Jordan Houston, Noah Mawene, Evan McLaughlin, Benny Couto, Conan Noonan, Padraig Amond, Tommy Lonergan.
Main Match Prediction
Waterford look capable of punching above their weight and we’ll back the underdogs +1.5 at a price of -133. The bet appeals for this League of Ireland encounter and there’s a nice potential payout.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
It's essential to know the players who are missing for the next clash along with the form for each of the two sides. If you’re looking for the best League of Ireland stats, we will showcase them and they provide the foundation for our football picks.
The best bookies are estimating that there is a 57.1% likelihood of this pick landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be somewhere between 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
There could be merit in backing St Patrick's to win 2-1. Odds of +550 are available about a correct score bet where a nice potential return is on the cards.
Corners Prediction
The 7.5 corners line has not been covered by St Patrick's in five straight games, while the past ten Waterford matches have seen under 7.5 corners conceded. We can use these numbers for our gain, with odds of -135 that Pats come up short when it comes to the Team Corners line.
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Bet Builder Tips
A bet builder always adds excitement and the picks are Waterford with the +1.5 Asian Handicap, at least three goals to be scored and also St Patrick's to finish with under 7.5 corners.
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St Patricks vs Waterford Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Bettors might not get rich backing St Patrick's Athletic at -278 to triumph in this League of Ireland clash although these odds suggest a 74% probability that the favourites end up triumphing. Waterford are the +650 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
If you want to back the favourites to be ahead by the break, then Pats are -141 on the Half-Time Result market. Alternatively, Waterford are +525 and the draw is priced at +155.
There’s a high probability that Over 2.5 Goals will be netted according to the current prices. Punters anticipating that both teams will find the net are able to land -128 for the BTTS Yes option.
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Stats: League of Ireland matches only
St Patrick's haven’t lost any of their past five games at Richmond Park. The Dublin side have secured six wins, two draws and two defeats in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 2.00 goals per game and conceding 0.70.
Waterford are unbeaten in the last five games on their travels. The Blues have clocked up four draws, four losses and two wins in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.30 goals per match and conceding 1.70.
The most recent Richmond Park meeting saw Pats claim a 4-1 win over Waterford. Pats have landed victory in four of the past 10 H2H meetings at Richmond Park, with Waterford securing three wins along with three draws.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
St Patricks Home Stats |
6-2-2 | 2.70 | 2.00 | 0.70 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | |
Waterford Away Stats |
2-4-4 | 3.00 | 1.30 | 1.70 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |
- 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
- League of Ireland: 10/07 2026 Waterford 1 St Patrick's 1
- League of Ireland: 08/05 2026 St Patrick's 4 Waterford 1
- League of Ireland: 20/03 2026 Waterford 0 St Patrick's 2
- League of Ireland: 24/10 2025 St Patrick's 1 Waterford 1
- League of Ireland: 03/08 2025 Waterford 0 St Patrick's 2
- League of Ireland: 23/05 2025 St Patrick's 2 Waterford 2
- League of Ireland: 28/03 2025 Waterford 1 St Patrick's 2
- League of Ireland: 20/09 2024 St Patrick's 3 Waterford 0
- League of Ireland: 04/07 2024 Waterford 1 St Patrick's 0
- League of Ireland: 19/04 2024 St Patrick's 1 Waterford 1
St Patrick's League Stats
Waterford League Stats
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 7.20 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.20 corners awarded and 4.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 5.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 5.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 56.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 36.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 37.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 1 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for St Patrick's this season are Ryan Edmondson (9), Kian Leavy (6), Aidan Keena (5)
- Top Assistors for St Patrick's this season are Aidan Keena (4), James Brown (3), Kian Leavy (3)
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St Patricks vs Waterford Lineups & Team News
Avoid surprises — review the Pats vs Waterford team news before you bet. Get the predicted and confirmed League of Ireland lineups plus the latest injury updates from us.
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League of Ireland Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 27 | 16 | 6 | 5 | 43:24 | 54 |
| 2 | St Patrick's | 28 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 45:23 | 50 |
| 3 | Bohemians | 28 | 13 | 8 | 7 | 47:34 | 47 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 28 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 43:43 | 37 |
| 5 | Shelbourne | 26 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 36:38 | 34 |
| 6 | Derry City | 28 | 7 | 12 | 9 | 38:37 | 33 |
| 7 | Galway United | 27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 35:41 | 33 |
| 8 | Waterford | 28 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 37:48 | 29 |
| 9 | Drogheda United | 28 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 31:45 | 28 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers | 28 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 23:45 | 23 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 25:11 | 32 |
| 2 | St Patrick's | 14 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 29:8 | 30 |
| 3 | Derry City | 14 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 23:16 | 23 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 23:18 | 21 |
| 5 | Bohemians | 14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 22:18 | 21 |
| 6 | Waterford | 14 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 19:16 | 19 |
| 7 | Galway United | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19:20 | 19 |
| 8 | Drogheda United | 14 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 14:18 | 15 |
| 9 | Shelbourne | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 19:24 | 14 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 14:22 | 14 |
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