Cork City vs Waterford United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 15 August

Cork City
DWLWL
No standing data
1
2-1
FT
15/08/2025 14:45
Waterford United
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No standing data
Ireland FAI Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Cork City vs Waterford United on 15 August 2025 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Cork City vs Waterford United preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Cork City to win with probability 46%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Cork City, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Waterford United have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.
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2025-08-15

Cork City vs Waterford United - Prediction & Odds

Cork City
Cork City
Waterford United
Waterford United
2025-08-15 14:45
46
26
28
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.50
1.93
FT
2-1 1-1
-
weather
16℃～17℃
STANDINGS UP TO 15/08/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Cork City and Waterford United in the Ireland FAI Cup football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
11/07/2025 14:45
Waterford United Waterford United
2 - 0
Cork City Cork City
IRE PR
21/04/2025 12:00
Cork City Cork City
2 - 1
Waterford United Waterford United
IRE PR
03/03/2025 15:45
Waterford United Waterford United
2 - 1
Cork City Cork City
IRE PR
25/01/2025 09:00
Cork City Cork City
3 - 1
Waterford United Waterford United
INT CF
10/11/2023 15:45
Waterford United Waterford United
1 - 1
Cork City Cork City
IRE D1
21/08/2023 14:45
Cork City Cork City
3 - 0
Waterford United Waterford United
IRFAIC
Cork City
3
50%
Draw
1
17%
Waterford United
2
33%
Cork City Cork City Last 6 matches
08/08/2025 14:45
Derry City 0 - 0 Cork City IRE PR
01/08/2025 14:45
Cork City 1 - 0 Galway United IRE PR
25/07/2025 14:45
Cork City 2 - 3 Sligo Rovers IRE PR
19/07/2025 07:00
Cork City 3 - 0 Leicester Celtic IRFAIC
11/07/2025 14:45
Waterford United 2 - 0 Cork City IRE PR
08/07/2025 13:00
Cork City 1 - 2 Celtic FC INT CF
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Waterford United Waterford United
08/08/2025 14:45
Drogheda United 0 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR
03/08/2025 11:00
Waterford United 0 - 2 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR
25/07/2025 14:45
Galway United 2 - 4 Waterford United IRE PR
18/07/2025 14:45
Waterford United 5 - 1 St. Mochtas IRFAIC
11/07/2025 14:45
Waterford United 2 - 0 Cork City IRE PR
04/07/2025 14:45
Derry City 7 - 2 Waterford United IRE PR
Win
50%
Draw
17%
Lost
33%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Ireland FAI Cup

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

Played games
Cork City
Cork City
5
 Waterford United
Waterford United
2
Goals
Scored
7
Avg. per game
1.40
Conceded
2
Avg. per game
0.40
Scored
3
Avg. per game
1.50
Conceded
1
Avg. per game
0.50
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (80%)1 (20%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
1 (50%)1 (50%)
Cork City

Cork City

Recent matches

Waterford United

Waterford United

Under /Over

(100%)5 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

/Yes

(20%)1 4(80%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(100%)2 0(0%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Cork City Cork City
Waterford United Waterford United
Shots
Cork City
Cork City
Total shots
12.00 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Waterford United
Waterford United
Total shots
11.50 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Cork City Cork City Pass Waterford United Waterford United
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
48%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Cork City
Cork City
410
Avg. 82.00 / game
 Waterford United
Waterford United
140
Avg. 70.00 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Cork City
Cork City
212
Avg. 42.40 / game
 Waterford United
Waterford United
115
Avg. 57.50 / game
OTHERS
Cork City
Cork City
5
Played games
Waterford United
Waterford United
2
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.60
3
Clean sheets
0
0.00
4.00
20
Corners
12
6.00
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.20
1
GK saves
0
0.00
Cork City
Cork City
DISCIPLINARY
Waterford United
Waterford United
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.80
4
Yellow card
8
4.00
0.20
1
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Cork City vs Waterford United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Cork City vs Waterford United on 15 August 2025 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 FAI Cup 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 Waterford United 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 Waterford United'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 FAI Cup 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 FAI Cup standings and the Ireland FAI Cup form table to understand exactly where Cork City and Waterford United 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 FAI Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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