Waterford vs Drogheda United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 23 Oct 2026

Waterford vs Drogheda United Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Over 2.5 Goals @ -141

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There’s a strong argument for backing Over 2.5 in the Total Goals market at -141 based on the information to hand. We’re expecting at least three goals to be scored in the clash between Waterford and Drogheda.

We analyse several betting angles in our Waterford vs Drogheda betting preview, expanding on our main match prediction, plus our correct score pick, corners prediction and bet builder tips.

Waterford vs Drogheda United Preview

Waterford meet Drogheda United at Waterford RSC, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 23 October.

Waterford were victorious when they last played, landing a 3-2 home success against Galway United at Waterford RSC. The Blues had most of the ball boasting 54% possession and seven shots on target, with Padraig Amond registering two goals and Tom Lonergan scoring one.

Drogheda United have experienced back-to-back League of Ireland away losses. In their previous league match, they beat Derry City at home, winning 2-0 at Sullivan and Lambe Park. Kevin Doherty's side were restricted to just 21% possession and had two shots on goal, while Brandon Kavanagh and Mark Doyle were both on target.

H2H: 3-3 Draw in Last Head-to-Head Battle

It was a 3-3 draw when Drogheda and Waterford last clashed, with the former hosting this head-to-head at Sullivan and Lambe Park. We’ve seen four draws and three wins apiece in the previous 10 H2H meetings.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
8	Waterford	34	8	13	13	48	58	-10	48:58	37
9	Drogheda United	34	9	10	15	41	54	-13	41:54	37

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Waterford have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 15.4 attempts. Graham Coughlan's team have averaged 39.3% possession and 6.8 corners per match, conceding 1.1 goals and 5.1 corners from 4.2 shots on goal and 13.6 attempts.

Top scorer is Padraig Amond on 6 goals, while Tom Lonergan has racked up 3 and Evan McLaughlin 2. Benny Couto is the leading assists maker with 8.

United have 3 victories, 4 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.2 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 10.7 attempts. There’s been an average of 35.4% possession, 3.9 corners taken and 6.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.3 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 16.7 attempts.

Brandon Kavanagh is the leading scorer with 3 goals, followed by Warren Davis on 2, with Mark Doyle and two others bagging 1. Look no further than Edwin Agbaje for the top assist maker (2) in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Waterford predicted lineup (4-4-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), John Mahon, Hayden Cann, Kevin Long, Benny Couto, Jordan Houston, Noah Mawene, Evan McLaughlin, Conan Noonan, Padraig Amond, Tommy Lonergan.

Drogheda United predicted lineup (3-5-2): Fynn Talley (GK), Leo Burney, Conor Keeley, Andrew Quinn, Edwin Agbaje, Shane Farrell, Brandon Kavanagh, Ethan O'Brien, Conor Kane, Thomas Oluwa, Warren Davis.

Main Match Prediction

The price of -141 for Over 2.5 Goals looks like a really attractive price. We think that the two teams should be able to cover the line between them when it comes to this League of Ireland showdown.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):

• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Waterford games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Waterford games.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Waterford games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Drogheda games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Drogheda games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Drogheda games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

The football betting tips stem from knowing the team news and the latest form for each side. We work hard to unearth the most pertinent League of Ireland stats which can also act as a guide.

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 58.5% chance of winning. However, our experts have this number between 65-70% based on their in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

If you’re sweet on the prospect of a few goals over the ninety minutes, there’s the chance to combine Over 2.5 Goals with BTTS Yes on the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market. It’s available at bigger odds and you need both sides to find the net.

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Correct Score Prediction

Waterford 1 - 2 Drogheda

Let’s take a chance on the +700 available that Drogheda secure a 2-1 victory. There’s a nice potential return waiting if we’re able to predict the correct score.

Corners Prediction

Waterford Over 5.5 Corners -137

Waterford have had over 5.5 corners in three consecutive home matches, with Drogheda conceding over 5.5 corners in the previous five games. There’s everything to like about the Waterford Team Corners line which looks low and we’d expect them to go over at -137.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Waterford

Total

11.90 6.80 5.10

Home

9.20 5.20 4.00

Away

11.00 5.80 5.20

Drogheda

Total

10.80 3.90 6.90

Home

9.10 3.60 5.50

Away

11.40 3.80 7.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-114

Under 10.5

-139

Waterford Corners

Over 5.5

-130

Under 5.5

-122

Drogheda Corners

Over 4.5

-106

Under 4.5

-149

Most Corners

1

-192

X

+480

2

+140

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Waterford vs Drogheda United 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.

The bookies have Waterford as -108 favourites for this League of Ireland clash, with the Full-Time Result betting odds implying that they are 52% likely to win. Drogheda United are the underdogs at +245 which implies a lesser percentage prospect of winning.

You can choose Waterford -0.5 or Drogheda +0.5 at respective Asian Handicap odds of -112 and -128. The former is the same as betting the favourites to win, with the latter giving you a return if it’s a draw.

For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. Should you expect both teams score, then the BTTS Yes option is available at -172.

The top football betting sites have excellent coverage for the latest League of Ireland matches. They supply customers with hundreds of markets and it’s down to you to find the best angle.

Full-Time Result

1

-108

X

+240

2

+245

Half-Time Result

1

+140

X

+120

2

+260

Double Chance

1X

-400

12

-400

X2

-135

Draw No Bet

1

-244

2

+150

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-112

2 Hcp +0.5

-128

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-141

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-172

No

+115

Stats: Last 10 League of Ireland matches only.
Waterford have avoided defeat in their last six matches at Waterford RSC. The Blues have five wins, four draws and one loss in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.90 goals per match and conceding 1.20.

Drogheda have six defeats, two wins and two draws in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.00 goals per match and conceding 1.70.

The most recent Waterford RSC meeting saw Waterford claim a 2-1 win over Drogheda. The past 7 H2H meetings at Waterford RSC have resulted in four Waterford wins, two draws and one Drogheda success.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Waterford Home Stats		5-4-1	3.10	1.90	1.20	6	4	7	3
Drogheda United Away Stats		2-2-6	2.70	1.00	1.70	7	3	7	3

• 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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