Cork City vs UC Dublin: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 May

Cork City
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1st place in Ireland First Division
1
3-1
FT
08/05/2026 18:45
UC Dublin
WLWLL
3rd place in Ireland First Division
Ireland First Division
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cork City vs UC Dublin on 08 May 2026 (kick-off: 18:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cork City vs UC Dublin preview before placing your bet.

  • Cork City are currently 1st with 54 points after 24 matches.
  • UC Dublin sit 3rd with 39 points from 24 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Cork City to win with probability 57%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Cork City, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. UC Dublin have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.
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2026-05-08

Cork City vs UC Dublin - Prediction & Odds

Cork City
Cork City
UC Dublin
UC Dublin
2026-05-08 18:45
57
24
19
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.50
1.59
FT
3-1 1-0
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weather
10℃～11℃
STANDINGS UP TO 08/05/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Cork City Cork City
54 24 17 3 4 48 20 28
02 Bray Wanderers Bray Wanderers
40 24 11 7 6 48 31 17
03 UC Dublin UC Dublin
39 24 12 3 9 41 29 12
04 Wexford (Youth) Wexford (Youth)
31 24 8 7 9 29 33 -4
05 Longford Town Longford Town
31 24 8 7 9 28 32 -4
06 Cobh Ramblers Cobh Ramblers
31 24 9 4 11 26 34 -8
07 Kerry FC Kerry FC
29 24 7 8 9 26 30 -4
08 Athlone Town Athlone Town
27 24 7 6 11 22 29 -7
09 Treaty United Treaty United
26 24 6 8 10 24 35 -11
10 Finn Harps Finn Harps
22 24 5 7 12 21 40 -19
Head To Head
20/03/2026 19:45
UC Dublin UC Dublin
0 - 1
Cork City Cork City
IRE D1
06/09/2024 18:45
UC Dublin UC Dublin
0 - 1
Cork City Cork City
IRE D1
03/06/2024 15:59
Cork City Cork City
0 - 0
UC Dublin UC Dublin
IRE D1
12/04/2024 18:50
UC Dublin UC Dublin
0 - 0
Cork City Cork City
IRE D1
01/03/2024 19:45
Cork City Cork City
1 - 0
UC Dublin UC Dublin
IRE D1
22/10/2023 14:00
UC Dublin UC Dublin
0 - 2
Cork City Cork City
IRE PR
Cork City
4
67%
Draw
2
33%
UC Dublin
0
0%
Cork City Cork City Last 6 matches
04/05/2026 16:00
Kerry FC 1 - 0 Cork City IRE D1
01/05/2026 18:45
Cork City 0 - 1 Cobh Ramblers IRE D1
24/04/2026 18:45
Bray Wanderers 1 - 1 Cork City IRE D1
17/04/2026 18:45
Cork City 2 - 1 Wexford (Youth) IRE D1
14/04/2026 18:45
Cork City 2 - 1 Kerry FC IRD MSC
06/04/2026 16:00
Cork City 4 - 2 Kerry FC IRE D1
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Last 6 matches UC Dublin UC Dublin
04/05/2026 16:00
Cobh Ramblers 1 - 2 UC Dublin IRE D1
01/05/2026 18:45
UC Dublin 2 - 0 Longford Town IRE D1
24/04/2026 18:45
Treaty United 0 - 3 UC Dublin IRE D1
17/04/2026 18:45
UC Dublin 2 - 1 Finn Harps IRE D1
10/04/2026 18:45
Kerry FC 1 - 1 UC Dublin IRE D1
06/04/2026 16:00
UC Dublin 0 - 0 Wexford (Youth) IRE D1
Win
67%
Draw
33%
Lost
0%
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
Cork City
24
 UC Dublin
UC Dublin
24
Goals
Scored
33
Avg. per game
1.38
Conceded
10
Avg. per game
0.42
Scored
23
Avg. per game
0.96
Conceded
13
Avg. per game
0.54
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
15 (63%)9 (38%)
Cork City

Cork City

Recent matches

UC Dublin

UC Dublin

Under /Over

(67%)16 8(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)19 5(21%)

Under /Over

(25%)6 18(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)8 16(67%)

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

(46%)11 13(54%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cork City Cork City
UC Dublin UC Dublin
Shots
Cork City
Cork City
Total shots
14.83 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
UC Dublin
UC Dublin
Total shots
10.87 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Cork City Cork City Pass UC Dublin UC Dublin
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
56%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
54%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cork City
Cork City
2782
Avg. 115.92 / game
 UC Dublin
UC Dublin
2461
Avg. 102.54 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cork City
Cork City
1778
Avg. 74.08 / game
 UC Dublin
UC Dublin
1267
Avg. 52.79 / game
OTHERS
Cork City
Cork City
24
Played games
UC Dublin
UC Dublin
24
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.50
12
Clean sheets
10
0.42
6.46
155
Corners
112
4.67
0.00
0
Throw-ins
85
3.54
0.00
0
Offsides
3
0.13
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Cork City
Cork City
DISCIPLINARY
UC Dublin
UC Dublin
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.00
48
Yellow card
42
1.75
0.00
0
Red card
2
0.08
0.00
0
Fouls
34
1.42
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Cork City vs UC Dublin Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cork City vs UC Dublin on 08 May 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 UC Dublin 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 UC Dublin'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 UC Dublin sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Ireland First Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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