Waterford vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 19 Jun 2026

Waterford vs Shamrock Rovers Predictions

Main Match Prediction

Waterford Asian Hcp +1 @ -143

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We’re backing Waterford +1 on the Asian Handicap against Shamrock at -143. There’s money back should the Blues lose by one goal and we will see a nice return from this bet if they manage to win or draw.

Waterford vs Shamrock Rovers Preview

It's top against bottom as basement boys Waterford welcome League of Ireland leaders Shamrock Rovers to Waterford RSC, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 19 June.

Waterford have enjoyed successive League of Ireland home victories at Waterford RSC. Last time out, Sligo Rovers were beaten 4-0. The Blues enjoyed just 38% possession and had seven shots on target, with Padraig Amond firing a hat-trick and Joergen Voilaas also among the goals.

Shamrock Rovers were defeated in their previous game. On their travels, they suffered a 2-1 loss against Shelbourne at Tolka Park. Stephen Bradley's team enjoyed an impressive 75% of possession and managed four shots on goal, while Adam Brennan was on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Shamrock have avoided defeat against Waterford in the past eight meetings. Their last clash was at Tallaght Stadium, with Shamrock claiming a 1-0 home victory. The past 10 H2H games have involved eight Shamrock victories, a single draw and one Waterford win.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Shamrock Rovers	21	12	4	5	32	19	13	32:19	40
10	Waterford	20	2	8	10	25	40	-15	25:40	14

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2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 11.9 attempts. Waterford have had 34.9% possession and 4.0 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.9 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 14.2 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.7 corners.

Tom Lonergan leads the way with 5 goals, Padraig Amond has 4, with Kevin Long and John Mahon scoring 2. Dean McMenamy and Conan Noonan have been top assistors with 2.

Rovers have 6 victories and 4 defeats, with an average of 1.5 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 14.2 attempts. There’s been an average of 63.7% possession, 4.6 corners awarded and 4.3 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.0 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 12.8 attempts.

Graham Burke has scored 4, followed by John McGovern on 3 and Adam Brennan with 2. Dylan Watts, John McGovern and Victor Ozhianvuna have clocked up 2 assists each in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Waterford predicted lineup (5-3-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Will Johnson, Hayden Cann, John Mahon, Kevin Long, Benny Couto, Jordan Houston, Dean McMenamy, Luke Heeney, Tommy Lonergan, Padraig Amond.

Shamrock Rovers predicted lineup (3-5-2): Edward McGinty (GK), Lee Grace, Enda Stevens, Tunmise Sobowale, Adam Brennan, Matthew Healy, Dylan Watts, Jake Mulraney, Jack Byrne, Graham Burke, Aaron Greene.

Main Match Prediction

Our expert Waterford vs Shamrock Rovers betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, a corners forecast and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Match Prediction

Waterford are worth chancing on the Asian Handicap with a +1 goal start at odds of -143. We think that the home team will keep the scoreline close in this League of Ireland match and have an outside chance of winning.

Team news can have a significant impact on the betting odds, and we factor this in alongside recent form and the latest League of Ireland stats when making our football predictions.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• The +1 line has been covered by Waterford in 6 consecutive games at home.
• The +1 line has been covered by Waterford in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +1 line has been covered by Waterford in 14 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in any of their last 5 games.
• The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 18 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 8 of their last 10 games against Waterford.

The best football bookies are estimating that there is a 58.8% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Correct Score Prediction

Waterford 1 - 1 Shamrock

There’s plenty of juice to be found by backing the two teams to draw 1-1. We can’t pass up the odds of +500 when it comes to correct score betting and it’s a fun wager.

Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -143

It has been ten consecutive Shamrock away matches involving the 10.5 Total Corners line not being covered, with five  straight Waterford games seeing the same thing happen. We can use these numbers for our gain, with odds of -143 that the sides fall short when it comes to the Total Corners line.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Waterford

Total

9.70 4.00 5.70

Home

11.90 4.80 7.10

Away

10.40 4.70 5.70

Shamrock

Total

8.90 4.60 4.30

Home

8.80 4.70 4.10

Away

7.50 4.80 2.70

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-143

Waterford Corners

Over 3.5

-123

Under 3.5

-115

Shamrock Corners

Over 6.5

+102

Under 6.5

-147

Most Corners

1

+240

X

+650

2

-294

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Waterford vs Shamrock Rovers 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.

With a 62% prospect of triumphing according to the 1x2 odds, Shamrock Rovers are favourites to come out on top in this League of Ireland clash and they’re available at -164 with the bookmakers. Waterford are the +410 outsiders, with the draw being a different option which could yield dividends.

As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between Shamrock at +114, Waterford at +410 or the draw at +123.

Over and Under 2.5 Goals are both available at -119, meaning that it’s a 50-50 outcome according to the market. There’s literally nothing to split BTTS Yes and BTTS No and that’s highlighted as you can get -122 for each selection.

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Full-Time Result

1

+410

X

+280

2

-164

Half-Time Result

1

+410

X

+123

2

+114

Double Chance

1X

+114

12

-476

X2

-769

Draw No Bet

1

+270

2

-500

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +1

-143

2 Hcp -1

-100

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-119

Over 2.5

-119

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-122

No

-122

Stats: League of Ireland matches only
Waterford are unbeaten over their previous six games at Waterford RSC. The Blues have six draws, two wins and two losses in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

Shamrock have collected four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 0.90.

The last Waterford RSC meeting saw Waterford and Shamrock draw 1-1. Shamrock have landed nine victories in the previous 10 H2H games at Waterford RSC and there’s also been a draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Waterford Home Stats		2-6-2	2.60	1.40	1.20	4	6	6	4
Shamrock Rovers Away Stats		4-3-3	2.10	1.20	0.90	4	6	5	5

• 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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Waterford vs Shamrock Rovers Lineups & Team News

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