Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 October

Drogheda United

D W D L L

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

0-1

18/10/2024 14:45

Shamrock Rovers

W L W W W

2nd place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers on 18 October 2024 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Drogheda United are currently 9th with 34 points after 36 matches.
Shamrock Rovers sit 2nd with 61 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shamrock Rovers to win with probability 51%.
Head-to-head history favors Shamrock Rovers, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Drogheda United have one win, 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

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Weather

14:45

2024-10-18

Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Drogheda United

Shamrock Rovers

2024-10-18 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2024

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

01 Shelbourne	63	36	17	12	7	40	27	13
02 Shamrock Rovers	61	36	17	10	9	50	35	15
03 St. Patricks Athletic	59	36	17	8	11	51	37	14
04 Derry City	55	36	14	13	9	48	31	17
05 Galway United	52	36	13	13	10	33	29	4
06 Sligo Rovers	49	36	13	10	13	40	51	-11
07 Waterford United	45	36	13	6	17	43	47	-4
08 Bohemians	42	36	10	12	14	39	43	-4
09 Drogheda United	34	36	7	13	16	41	58	-17
10 Dundalk	26	36	5	11	20	23	50	-27

Head To Head

11/08/2024 14:00

Shamrock Rovers

1 - 1

Drogheda United

IRE PR

31/05/2024 14:45

Drogheda United

0 - 2

Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

29/04/2024 15:00

Shamrock Rovers

4 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

22/10/2023 15:00

Shamrock Rovers

5 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

07/07/2023 14:45

Drogheda United

0 - 0

Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

19/05/2023 15:00

Shamrock Rovers

1 - 2

Drogheda United

IRE PR

Drogheda United

17%

Draw

33%

Shamrock Rovers

50%

Drogheda United Last 6 matches

11/10/2024 14:45

Waterford United 0 - 0 Drogheda United IRE PR

06/10/2024 09:50

Drogheda United 3 - 2 Wexford (Youth) IRFAIC

27/09/2024 14:45

Drogheda United 2 - 1 Derry City IRE PR

23/09/2024 14:45

Drogheda United 0 - 0 Galway United IRE PR

20/09/2024 14:45

Bohemians 0 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

13/09/2024 14:45

Athlone Town 1 - 4 Drogheda United IRFAIC

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Shamrock Rovers

06/10/2024 12:45

Shamrock Rovers 2 - 0 Shelbourne IRE PR

03/10/2024 15:00

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 1 APOEL Nicosia UEFA ECL

27/09/2024 15:00

Shamrock Rovers 0 - 3 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

23/09/2024 14:45

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 0 Bohemians IRE PR

20/09/2024 14:45

Derry City 1 - 1 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

16/09/2024 14:45

Galway United 1 - 2 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

180

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

200

Avg. per game

0.78

Scored

260

Avg. per game

0.87

Conceded

160

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 256 matches

YesNo

130 (51%)126 (49%)

In last 256 matches

NoYes

175 (58%)125 (42%)

Drogheda United

Recent matches

Shamrock Rovers

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Drogheda United

Shamrock Rovers

Shots

Drogheda United

Total shots

10.35 avg / game

Blocked

232 total

Avg. 2.97

Shamrock Rovers

Total shots

12.58 avg / game

Blocked

368 total

Avg. 3.64

Drogheda United Pass Shamrock Rovers

Total passes

31979

Avg. 278 / game

Accurate

57%

Ball possession

43%

Total passes

67291

Avg. 488 / game

Accurate

89%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Drogheda United

256

Played games

Shamrock Rovers

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

114

0.38

4.23

1082

Corners

1596

5.32

6.07

1554

Throw-ins

1933

6.44

0.88

225

Offsides

442

1.47

2.38

608

GK saves

528

1.76

Drogheda United

DISCIPLINARY

Shamrock Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.91

490

641

2.14

0.10

0.09

6.14

1572

Fouls

2240

7.47

5.61

1436

Tackles

1629

5.43

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers on 18 October 2024 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 Shamrock Rovers 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 Shamrock 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.

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 Shamrock Rovers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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