Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 20 Feb 2026

League of Ireland Betting Preview: Waterford vs Sligo Rovers

Waterford welcome Sligo Rovers to Waterford RSC, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Friday 20 February.

Waterford can deliver the goods when it comes to Full-Time Result betting and we’ll back them with confidence against Sligo. The odds of -111 look attractive when it comes to the home team.

Waterford suffered a defeat in their last game. A 2-0 scoreline occurred away from home at Sullivan and Lambe Park against Drogheda United. The Blues had most of the ball boasting 60% possession and three shots on target.

Sligo Rovers have been defeated in back-to-back League of Ireland games. They were recently beaten at home to Bohemians by a 4-0 scoreline at Showgrounds. John Russell's men had 50% possession but failed to have a shot on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Sligo have three straight victories against Waterford. In the last encounter, away team Sligo landed a 2-1 win at Waterford RSC. The 10 previous H2H meetings have involved five Sligo wins, one draw and four Waterford victories.

League of Ireland		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
9	Sligo Rovers	11	2	2	7	6	17	-11	6:17	8
10	Waterford	10	0	4	6	8	21	-13	8:21	4

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1 win, 6 losses and 3 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 13.6 attempts and 4.0 shots on goal. Waterford have had 47.9% possession and 5.9 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.5 goals from 15.8 attempts and 5.4 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.6 corners.

Tom Lonergan is the top goalscorer with 4, Padraig Amond has 2, with Ryan Burke and two other players on 1. Conan Noonan is the leading assists maker on 3.

Rovers have won 3, lost 4 and drawn 3, with an average of 0.8 goals from 3.5 shots on goal and 10.3 attempts. There’s been an average of 47.4% possession, 3.9 corners taken and 6.7 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.3 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 17.8 attempts.

We’ve seen Jad Hakiki, Owen Elding and Cian Kavanagh score 2 goals each. Jeannot Esua, Gareth McElroy and Owen Elding have clocked up 1 assists each in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Waterford confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Luke Heeney, John Mahon, Hayden Cann, Benny Couto, Joergen Voilaas, Sam Glenfield, Conan Noonan, Trae Coyle, Padraig Amond, Tom Lonergan.

Sligo Rovers confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Sam Sargeant (GK), Jeannot Esua, Oliver Denham, Shane Blaney, Sean Stewart, Ciaron Harkin, Sebastian Quirk, Ryan O'Kane, Archie Meekison, William Fitzgerald, Mai Traore.

Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips

From our main match prediction to correct score advice, corners insight and a custom bet builder — this Waterford vs Sligo Rovers betting preview covers it all.

Match Prediction

We believe there’s a strong case for siding with Waterford. That’s because we think they could prove too strong in this League of Ireland encounter and odds of -111 are highly attractive.

Plenty of research goes into our football picks. It begins by focusing on the latest League of Ireland form and knowing the injury situation. The important numbers can then be utilised to help complete the picture.

Key Waterford vs Sligo Rovers league stats:

• Sligo have lost 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Sligo have lost 11 of their last 19 games on the road.
• Sligo have lost their last 2 games.

According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 52.6% chance of landing a return. However, we have this number between 55-60% based on our in-depth research. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Waterford To Win @ -111 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Waterford 2 - 1 Sligo

A 2-1 win in favor of Waterford can be backed at odds of +575. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -128

It’s been three consecutive Waterford home matches where 10.5 corners has not been covered, while the same outcome has happened in three  straight Sligo games. The corners tally could be lower than the line implies and that leads us to a wager at a price of -128.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Waterford

Total

10.50 5.90 4.60

Home

11.40 5.10 6.30

Away

9.20 5.10 4.10

Sligo

Total

10.60 3.90 6.70

Home

9.40 3.90 5.50

Away

12.20 4.60 7.60

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-115

Under 10.5

-127

Waterford Corners

Over 5.5

-139

Under 5.5

-102

Sligo Corners

Over 4.5

+102

Under 4.5

-147

Most Corners

1

-192

X

+650

2

+170

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Waterford vs Sligo 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.

The latest Waterford odds are -111 which leads to them being favourites in this League of Ireland clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 53% prospect of securing a victory. Sligo Rovers are the outsiders at +270 which suggests a lower likelihood of winning.

The Asian Handicap -0.5 bet means you need your selection to simply win. Waterford are -118, although Sligo are +0.5 at -120 and you win with the latter if things end in a draw.

For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. BTTS Yes is available at -156 for anyone expecting Both Teams to Score.

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Full-Time Result

1

-111

X

+245

2

+270

Half-Time Result

1

+143

X

+130

2

+310

Double Chance

1X

-455

12

-400

X2

-127

Draw No Bet

1

-250

2

+170

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-118

2 Hcp +0.5

-120

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-109

Over 2.5

-130

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-156

No

+108

Waterford haven’t tasted victory in three consecutive matches at Waterford RSC. The Blues have managed four losses, three victories and three draws in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.30.

Sligo have managed five losses, four victories and one draw in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.50.

When the teams previously met at Waterford RSC, Sligo defeated Waterford 2-1. The past 9 H2H games at Waterford RSC have resulted in four wins apiece along with a draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Waterford Home Stats		3-3-4	2.60	1.30	1.30	5	5	7	3
Sligo Rovers Away Stats		4-1-5	2.60	1.10	1.50	6	4	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

Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Lineups & Team News

Make sure you're up to date on the Waterford vs Sligo team news before betting. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for the League of Ireland, along with current injury news.

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