Derry City vs Shelbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 May

Betiball's prediction for Derry City vs Shelbourne on 02 May 2025 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Derry City vs Shelbourne preview before placing your bet.

Derry City vs Shelbourne: Starting Lineups Time : 02/05/2025 14:45

Derry City
2 - 0
Finished
Shelbourne
67' event Daniel Mullen / Liam Boyce
67' event Paul McMullan / Michael Duffy
60' event Sam Todd / Shane Ferguson
60' event Robbie Benson / Gavin Whyte
31' event Liam Boyce
14' event Michael Duffy
event 72' Ryan O'Kane / James Norris
event 72' John O'Sullivan / Evan Caffrey
event 65' Harry Wood / Ali Coote
event 64' Tyreke Wilson / Sam Bone
event 52' Kameron Ledwidge
event 46' Martin John / Kerr McInroy
67' event Daniel Mullen / Liam Boyce
event 72' Ryan O'Kane / James Norris
67' event Paul McMullan / Michael Duffy
event 72' John O'Sullivan / Evan Caffrey
60' event Sam Todd / Shane Ferguson
event 65' Harry Wood / Ali Coote
60' event Robbie Benson / Gavin Whyte
event 64' Tyreke Wilson / Sam Bone
31' event Liam Boyce
event 52' Kameron Ledwidge
14' event Michael Duffy
event 46' Martin John / Kerr McInroy
Derry City Derry City
Substitutions
#13 Robbie Benson
#26 Arlo Doherty
#4 Ciaron Harkin
#37 Cead Mcgrath
#10 Paul McMullan
#21 Daniel Mullen
#32 Sean Patton
#17 Dominic Thomas
#24 Sam Todd
Derry City Derry City Shelbourne Shelbourne
10Shots4
4Shots on Goal2
14Fouls14
4Corner Kick1
14Free kick14
0Offside2
0Yellow card1
2Save3
15Successful Tackles9
12Interceptions10
30Long pass38
6Shots off goal2
15Tackle9
4Dribbles3
20Throw-in23
388Passes619
92Attacks96
46Dangerous attacks30
2Corner Kicks(HT)1
Shelbourne Shelbourne
Substitutions
#53 Derinsola Adewale
#19 Lorcan Healy
#17 Daniel Kelly
#10 Martin John
#28 Ryan O'Kane
#16 John O'Sullivan
#49 Raymond Offor
#3 Tyreke Wilson
#7 Harry Wood
Commentary
72' Shelbourne — substitution: Ryan O'Kane / James Norris
72' Shelbourne — substitution: John O'Sullivan / Evan Caffrey
67' Derry City — substitution: Daniel Mullen / Liam Boyce
67' Derry City — substitution: Paul McMullan / Michael Duffy
65' Shelbourne — substitution: Harry Wood / Ali Coote
64' Shelbourne — substitution: Tyreke Wilson / Sam Bone
60' Derry City — substitution: Sam Todd / Shane Ferguson
60' Derry City — substitution: Robbie Benson / Gavin Whyte
52' Kameron Ledwidge - Shelbourne receive a yellow card
46' Shelbourne — substitution: Martin John / Kerr McInroy
31' Goal! Liam Boyce - Derry City
14' Goal! Michael Duffy - Derry City

How We Build the Derry City vs Shelbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Derry City vs Shelbourne on 02 May 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 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.

Derry City vs Shelbourne Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Derry City's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Shelbourne'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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Derry City and Shelbourne 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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