Match Information

Date: 07/03/2025

Time: 19:45

Stadium: Tolka Park

Competition: Premier Division

Team Overview

Shelbourne

Shelbourne has shown a fantastic form recently, winning both of their last two matches. They have been dominant at home, boasting a perfect record.

• Recent Form: WW
• Matches Played: 2 (Home: 1)
• Victories: 2 (Home: 1)
• Goals Scored: Average total: 2.0 (Home: 3.0)
• Goals Conceded: Average total: 0.5 (Home: 1.0)
• Clean Sheets: Total: 1 (Home: 0)
• Formation Used: 4-4-2 (2 times)

Under/Over Statistics

• Over 0.5: 2 matches, Under 0.5: 0 matches
• Over 1.5: 1 match, Under 1.5: 1 match
• Over 2.5: 1 match, Under 2.5: 1 match
• Over 3.5: 0 matches, Under 3.5: 2 matches
• Over 4.5: 0 matches, Under 4.5: 2 matches

Drogheda United

Drogheda United has had a mixed bag of results lately, with one win and one draw in their last two matches. They have yet to secure a win away from home.

• Recent Form: DW
• Matches Played: 2 (Away: 1)
• Victories: 1 (Away: 0)
• Goals Scored: Average total: 1.5 (Away: 0.0)
• Goals Conceded: Average total: 0.0 (Away: 0.0)
• Clean Sheets: Total: 2 (Away: 1)
• Formation Used: 3-4-1-2 (2 times)

Under/Over Statistics

• Over 0.5: 1 match, Under 0.5: 1 match
• Over 1.5: 1 match, Under 1.5: 1 match
• Over 2.5: 1 match, Under 2.5: 1 match
• Over 3.5: 0 matches, Under 3.5: 2 matches
• Over 4.5: 0 matches, Under 4.5: 2 matches

Head-to-Head Record

The historical encounters between Shelbourne and Drogheda United reveal a dominant trend favoring Shelbourne. Here are the results from their last 10 meetings:

Match Prediction

As we approach this exciting encounter between Shelbourne and Drogheda United, the statistics indicate a strong advantage for the home team. Shelbourne has not only secured victories in their recent matches but has also demonstrated a remarkable ability to score while keeping their defensive line tight. With an average of 3 goals scored at home and only 1 goal conceded in their last home match, they will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage.

Drogheda United, on the other hand, has struggled away from home and has faced difficulties in scoring, particularly in their last away fixture where they failed to find the net. Their formation of 3-4-1-2 indicates a more defensive approach, which might not bode well against a potent Shelbourne attack. With both teams showcasing a tendency to maintain clean sheets, it’s conceivable that this match could remain low-scoring.

Considering the historical context, Shelbourne has consistently bested Drogheda United in past encounters, often winning by comfortable margins. The recent head-to-head record indicates a trend that favors Shelbourne, particularly at home. Therefore, it is reasonable to predict that Shelbourne will emerge victorious in this match, potentially securing a win with a scoreline of around 2-0 or 3-1. Thus, the suggestion for this match would be to consider a Double Chance bet on Shelbourne or a draw, along with a prediction of Under 3.5 goals for the match outcome.

In conclusion, while Drogheda United has the potential to surprise, the weight of statistics, past performance, and the home advantage suggest that Shelbourne is the team to beat. Fans should prepare for an intense and thrilling match as the teams take to the field!