Waterford vs Galway United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 May 2025

Can Blues Make it a Close Game?

Waterford +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at -100. They should be able to avoid defeat against Galway, with our stake split between 0 and +0.5, meaning a victory is the desired outcome.

4 Galway Wins in Last 5 H2H Clashes

Waterford won last time out by a 1-0 scoreline. On the road against Shelbourne at Tolka Park, they made it three wins on the spin. Matt Lawlor's men enjoyed just 28% possession and had two shots on target, with Padraig Amond netting the winner early in the first half.

Galway United have lost in back-to-back outings. In a recent home game at Eamonn Deacy Park, they were turned over 2-1 by Bohemians. The Tribesmen recorded 43% possession and totalled ten shots on goal, while Moses Dyer was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Galway have three straight wins against Waterford. In their last encounter, Galway enjoyed a 1-0 scoreline on home soil at Eamonn Deacy Park. The past 5 H2H matches have included four Galway wins along with a single draw.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
7	Waterford	29	10	4	15	33	50	-17	33:50	34
8	Galway United	28	7	9	12	30	37	-7	30:37	30

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3 wins and 7 losses, averaging 0.7 goals from 3.0 shots on goal and 6.5 attempts. Waterford have had 44.5% possession and 4.1 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.8 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 7.3 corners.

Padraig Amond is the top scorer with 3 goals, Tom Lonergan has 2, with James Olayinka and Darragh Leahy on 1. Conan Noonan and Tom Lonergan have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece.

United have 4 victories, 4 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 4.8 shots on goal, 11.4 attempts and 1.3 goals. John Caulfield's team average 41.5% possession, 3.8 corners taken and 6.7 corners against them, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 11.4 attempts and 4.8 shots on goal.

Moses Dyer has scored 8, followed by Vincent Russell Borden and Cian Byrne with 2 goals apiece. Robert Slevin and Bobby Burns have clocked up 2 assists each in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

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.

Galway United confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Brendan Clarke (GK), Cian Byrne, Killian Brouder, Robert Slevin, Jeannot Esua, Conor James McCormack, Patrick Hickey, David Hurley, Regan Donelon, Cillian Tollett, Moses Dyer.

Waterford vs Galway United Prediction & Betting Tips

Waterford look a good bet in this League of Ireland clash and we can back them at -100 with a +0.25 goal start. The latest stats suggest that the home team can avoid defeat and potentially triumph.

We study the form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making any football picks. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Waterford vs Galway United league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Waterford in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Waterford in 11 of their last 20 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Waterford in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Galway in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Galway in 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Galway in 2 consecutive games.

Waterford +0.25 Probability

The bookies are estimating that there is a 50% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

There are bigger prices on offer for bettors who are willing to move the line. If you want to take a different perspective on a team’s performance, more juice is up for grabs.

Our Match Prediction

Waterford Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -100 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Waterford 2 - 1 Galway

Let’s go for Waterford to win 2-1, a bet which is available at +1200. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Corners Prediction

Galway Over 4.5 Corners -150

It’s been an average of 5.40 corners for Galway in their past 10 away matches, with Waterford conceding over 4.5 corners in the last eight games. We’re expecting plenty of Galway corners and that the Team Corners line is going to be covered, with odds of -150 available.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Waterford

Total

11.40 4.10 7.30

Home

12.20 6.20 6.00

Away

10.50 3.10 7.40

Galway

Total

10.50 3.80 6.70

Home

9.40 4.40 5.00

Away

11.00 5.40 5.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-138

Waterford Corners

Over 4.5

-138

Under 4.5

-100

Galway Corners

Over 4.5

-150

Under 4.5

+110

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Waterford 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.

Bookies Expecting Galway to Triumph

For this Premier Division match, the leading bookies’ betting odds mean Galway United are the +110 favourite to win and that means a 48% chance of winning. If you want to back the outsider for this match, Waterford are available at +250.

The Total Goals market is popular and Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds right now.

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Full-Time Result

1

+250

X

+220

2

+110

Half-Time Result

1

+300

X

+110

2

+175

Double Chance

1X

-143

12

-275

X2

-350

Draw No Bet

1

+150

2

-200

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

+102.5

2 Hcp -0.25

-121

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-125

Over 2.5

-100

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-125

No

-105

Waterford vs Galway United Lineups & Team News

You’ve found the right place for Waterford vs Galway team news, with all the latest information available including lineups and injuries so you’re fully informed.

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

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