Cork City vs Bray Wanderers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 27 February

Cork City

W W W W L

1st place in Ireland First Division

1-0

27/02/2026 15:45

Bray Wanderers

D W L W W

2nd place in Ireland First Division

Ireland First Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cork City vs Bray Wanderers on 27 February 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cork City vs Bray Wanderers preview before placing your bet.

Cork City are currently 1st with 54 points after 24 matches.
Bray Wanderers sit 2nd with 40 points from 24 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Cork City to win with probability 59%.
Head-to-head history favors Cork City, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Bray Wanderers have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

15:45

2026-02-27

Cork City vs Bray Wanderers - Prediction & Odds

Cork City

Bray Wanderers

2026-02-27 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 27/02/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Cork City	54	24	17	3	4	48	20	28
02 Bray Wanderers	40	24	11	7	6	48	31	17
03 UC Dublin	39	24	12	3	9	41	29	12
04 Wexford (Youth)	31	24	8	7	9	29	33	-4
05 Longford Town	31	24	8	7	9	28	32	-4
06 Cobh Ramblers	31	24	9	4	11	26	34	-8
07 Kerry FC	29	24	7	8	9	26	30	-4
08 Athlone Town	27	24	7	6	11	22	29	-7
09 Treaty United	26	24	6	8	10	24	35	-11
10 Finn Harps	22	24	5	7	12	21	40	-19

Head To Head

27/09/2024 14:45

Bray Wanderers

3 - 3

Cork City

IRE D1

28/06/2024 14:45

Cork City

1 - 0

Bray Wanderers

IRE D1

17/05/2024 14:45

Bray Wanderers

1 - 3

Cork City

IRE D1

15/03/2024 15:45

Cork City

2 - 0

Bray Wanderers

IRE D1

21/10/2022 14:45

Cork City

2 - 0

Bray Wanderers

IRE D1

01/07/2022 14:45

Bray Wanderers

1 - 3

Cork City

IRE D1

Cork City

83%

Draw

17%

Bray Wanderers

Cork City Last 6 matches

20/02/2026 15:45

Wexford (Youth) 1 - 4 Cork City IRE D1

13/02/2026 15:45

Cork City 1 - 0 Treaty United IRE D1

04/02/2026 10:00

Cork City 4 - 1 Kerry FC INT CF

30/01/2026 15:40

Ringmahon Rangers 0 - 2 Cork City IRD MSC

29/01/2026 09:00

Cork City 3 - 1 Galway United INT CF

23/01/2026 10:00

St. Patricks Athletic 1 - 1 Cork City INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Bray Wanderers

20/02/2026 15:45

Treaty United 0 - 1 Bray Wanderers IRE D1

13/02/2026 15:45

Bray Wanderers 1 - 1 Longford Town IRE D1

06/02/2026 15:45

Bray Wanderers 3 - 1 Bohemians INT CF

30/01/2026 12:00

Shelbourne 3 - 0 Bray Wanderers INT CF

25/01/2026 08:00

Finglas United 0 - 0 Bray Wanderers Leinster S C

23/01/2026 15:30

Bray Wanderers 1 - 3 Drogheda United INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland First Division

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Cork City

Bray Wanderers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.38

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.42

Scored

Avg. per game

1.17

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.79

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 24 matches

YesNo

16 (67%)8 (33%)

In last 24 matches

NoYes

14 (58%)10 (42%)

Cork City

Recent matches

Bray Wanderers

Under /Over

(67%)16 8(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)20 4(17%)

Under /Over

(25%)6 18(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)6 18(75%)

Under /Over

(50%)12 12(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(54%)13 11(46%)

/Yes

(42%)10 14(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(71%)17 7(29%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Cork City

Bray Wanderers

Shots

Cork City

Total shots

14.83 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Bray Wanderers

Total shots

11.91 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Cork City Pass Bray Wanderers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Cork City

Played games

Bray Wanderers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

Clean sheets

0.17

6.46

155

Corners

115

4.79

0.00

Throw-ins

3.13

0.00

Offsides

0.25

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Cork City

DISCIPLINARY

Bray Wanderers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

2.54

0.00

0.04

0.00

Fouls

1.42

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Cork City vs Bray Wanderers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cork City vs Bray Wanderers on 27 February 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Ireland First Division fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Cork City vs Bray Wanderers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Cork City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Bray Wanderers's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Ireland First Division Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Ireland First Division standings and the Ireland First Division form table to understand exactly where Cork City and Bray Wanderers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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