Drogheda United vs Dundalk: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 May

Drogheda United

L D L L W

8th place in Ireland Premier Division

1-1

22/05/2026 19:00

Dundalk

W W L L L

4th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Drogheda United vs Dundalk on 22 May 2026 (kick-off: 19:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Drogheda United vs Dundalk preview before placing your bet.

Drogheda United are currently 8th with 26 points after 25 matches.
Dundalk sit 4th with 36 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Dundalk to win with probability 45%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Drogheda United and Dundalk have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 matches ended in draws.

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

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

19:00

2026-05-22

Drogheda United vs Dundalk - Prediction & Odds

Drogheda United

Dundalk

2026-05-22 19:00

STANDINGS UP TO 22/05/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	50	25	15	5	5	40	22	18
02 St. Patricks Athletic	43	25	12	7	6	40	21	19
03 Bohemians	43	25	12	7	6	40	27	13
04 Dundalk	36	25	9	9	7	39	37	2
05 Shelbourne	34	24	8	10	6	35	35	0
06 Derry City	29	25	6	11	8	32	31	1
07 Galway United	28	24	7	7	10	32	39	-7
08 Drogheda United	26	25	6	8	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	22	25	4	10	11	33	47	-14
10 Sligo Rovers	21	25	5	6	14	22	42	-20

Head To Head

20/02/2026 20:00

Dundalk

1 - 1

Drogheda United

IRE PR

31/01/2025 19:45

Dundalk

1 - 0

Drogheda United

INT CF

01/11/2024 19:45

Drogheda United

0 - 0

Dundalk

IRE PR

19/07/2024 18:45

Drogheda United

2 - 1

Dundalk

IRFAIC

12/07/2024 18:45

Dundalk

4 - 2

Drogheda United

IRE PR

06/05/2024 12:00

Drogheda United

2 - 1

Dundalk

IRE PR

Drogheda United

33%

Draw

33%

Dundalk

33%

Drogheda United Last 6 matches

18/05/2026 18:45

Waterford United 2 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

15/05/2026 18:45

Bohemians 2 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

08/05/2026 18:45

Drogheda United 1 - 0 Derry City IRE PR

04/05/2026 16:00

Shamrock Rovers 4 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

01/05/2026 18:45

Drogheda United 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

24/04/2026 18:45

Shelbourne 3 - 4 Drogheda United IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Dundalk

15/05/2026 19:00

Dundalk 1 - 0 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

08/05/2026 18:45

Dundalk 1 - 3 Bohemians IRE PR

04/05/2026 16:00

Waterford United 3 - 3 Dundalk IRE PR

01/05/2026 18:45

Dundalk 1 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

25/04/2026 18:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Dundalk IRE PR

17/04/2026 18:45

Dundalk 2 - 1 Galway United IRE PR

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Goals

Scored

332

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

347

Avg. per game

1.36

Scored

423

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

335

Avg. per game

1.21

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 255 matches

YesNo

184 (72%)71 (28%)

In last 255 matches

NoYes

214 (77%)63 (23%)

Drogheda United

Recent matches

Dundalk

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(71%)32 13(29%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Drogheda United

Dundalk

Shots

Drogheda United

Total shots

10.35 avg / game

Blocked

230 total

Avg. 2.99

Dundalk

Total shots

11.90 avg / game

Blocked

256 total

Avg. 3.94

Drogheda United Pass Dundalk

Total passes

31767

Avg. 279 / game

Accurate

58%

Ball possession

43%

Total passes

30940

Avg. 377 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Drogheda United

255

Played games

Dundalk

277

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.30

4.24

1080

Corners

1406

5.08

6.03

1537

Throw-ins

938

3.39

0.87

223

Offsides

152

0.55

2.38

606

GK saves

474

1.71

Drogheda United

DISCIPLINARY

Dundalk

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.91

487

540

1.95

0.10

0.09

6.12

1560

Fouls

1445

5.22

5.56

1419

Tackles

1154

4.17

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

IRE

How We Build the Drogheda United vs Dundalk Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Drogheda United vs Dundalk on 22 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 Premier 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.

Drogheda United vs Dundalk Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Drogheda United's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Dundalk'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 Premier 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 Premier Division standings and the Ireland Premier Division form table to understand exactly where Drogheda United and Dundalk sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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