Derry City vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 06 February

Betiball's prediction for Derry City vs Sligo Rovers on 06 February 2026 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Derry City vs Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Derry City vs Sligo Rovers: Starting Lineups Time : 06/02/2026 20:00

Derry City
2 - 1
Finished
Sligo Rovers
90+2' event Josh Thomas
90+1' event Josh Thomas
82' event Alex Bannon
72' event Patrick McClean
60' event Adam OReilly / Darragh Markey
event 80' Ciaron Harkin / Daire Patton
event 80' Kyle McDonagh / Jad Hakiki
event 75' Sam Sargeant
event 66' Sean Stewart / Ryan O'Kane
event 60' Archie Meekison / Kavanagh Cian
event 30' Jad Hakiki
90+2' event Josh Thomas
event 80' Ciaron Harkin / Daire Patton
90+1' event Josh Thomas
event 80' Kyle McDonagh / Jad Hakiki
82' event Alex Bannon
event 75' Sam Sargeant
72' event Patrick McClean
event 66' Sean Stewart / Ryan O'Kane
60' event Adam OReilly / Darragh Markey
event 60' Archie Meekison / Kavanagh Cian
event 30' Jad Hakiki
Derry City Derry City
Substitutions
#8 Adam OReilly
#26 Shea Callister
#14 Ben Doherty
#4 Jamie Stott
#21 Kevin Santos
#22 Conor Barr
#28 James Olayinka
#11 Gavin Whyte
#24 Henry Rylah
Derry City Derry City Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
23Shots4
8Shots on Goal3
5Fouls6
9Corner Kick0
6Free kick5
1Offside2
2Yellow card1
2Save6
12Successful Tackles19
2Interceptions13
32Long pass15
1Assist1
7Successful center4
7Shots off goal1
1Hit The Post0
8Blocked0
11Tackle18
9Dribbles4
31Throw-in13
547Passes276
139Attacks59
85Dangerous attacks17
4Corner Kicks(HT)0
2BigChances1
2BigChancesMissed0
12ShotsInsideBox2
11ShotsOutsideBox2
47DuelsWon56
2.03ExpectedGoals0.72
1.4xGOpenPlay0.72
2.03xGNonPenalty0.72
1.84xGOT1.05
26Touches In Opposition Box6
34AccurateCrosses12
27GroundDuelsWon35
20AerialDuelsWon21
24Clearances38
Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
Substitutions
#10 Archie Meekison
#3 Sean Stewart
#6 Ciaron Harkin
#23 Kyle McDonagh
#60 Richard Brush
#5 Shane Blaney
#38 David Jonathan
#16 Carl McHugh
#63 Guilherme Priosti
Commentary
90+2' Josh Thomas - Derry City receive a yellow card
90+1' Goal! Josh Thomas - Derry City
82' Goal! Alex Bannon - Derry City
80' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Ciaron Harkin / Daire Patton
80' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Kyle McDonagh / Jad Hakiki
75' Sam Sargeant - Sligo Rovers receive a yellow card
72' Patrick McClean - Derry City receive a yellow card
66' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Sean Stewart / Ryan O'Kane
60' Derry City — substitution: Adam OReilly / Darragh Markey
60' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Archie Meekison / Kavanagh Cian
30' Goal! Jad Hakiki - Sligo Rovers

How We Build the Derry City vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Derry City vs Sligo Rovers on 06 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 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 Sligo Rovers 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 Sligo Rovers'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 Sligo Rovers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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