Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 July

Drogheda United

W L D L D

7th place in Ireland Premier Division

0-1

28/07/2023 18:45

Sligo Rovers

W L L L D

8th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers on 28 July 2023 (kick-off: 18:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Drogheda United are currently 7th with 41 points after 36 matches.
Sligo Rovers sit 8th with 37 points from 36 matches.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Drogheda United and Sligo Rovers 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

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Weather

18:45

2023-07-28

Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Drogheda United

Sligo Rovers

2023-07-28 18:45

STANDINGS UP TO 28/07/2023

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	72	36	20	12	4	67	27	40
02 Derry City	65	36	18	11	7	57	24	33
03 St. Patricks Athletic	62	36	19	5	12	59	42	17
04 Shelbourne	60	36	15	15	6	44	27	17
05 Dundalk	58	36	17	7	12	59	44	15
06 Bohemians	58	36	16	10	10	53	40	13
07 Drogheda United	41	36	10	11	15	40	54	-14
08 Sligo Rovers	37	36	10	7	19	36	51	-15
09 Cork City	31	36	8	7	21	35	64	-29
10 UC Dublin	11	36	2	5	29	19	96	-77

Head To Head

21/07/2023 18:45

Drogheda United

2 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRFAIC

15/04/2023 18:45

Sligo Rovers

1 - 1

Drogheda United

IRE PR

03/03/2023 19:45

Drogheda United

1 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

03/09/2022 18:45

Sligo Rovers

2 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

24/06/2022 18:45

Drogheda United

0 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

23/04/2022 18:45

Sligo Rovers

3 - 2

Drogheda United

IRE PR

Drogheda United

33%

Draw

33%

Sligo Rovers

33%

Drogheda United Last 6 matches

21/07/2023 18:45

Drogheda United 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRFAIC

14/07/2023 18:45

UC Dublin 1 - 3 Drogheda United IRE PR

07/07/2023 18:45

Drogheda United 0 - 0 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

30/06/2023 18:45

Cork City 1 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

23/06/2023 18:45

Drogheda United 1 - 2 Dundalk IRE PR

09/06/2023 18:45

Drogheda United 2 - 1 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Sligo Rovers

21/07/2023 18:45

Drogheda United 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRFAIC

15/07/2023 18:45

Sligo Rovers 3 - 0 Cork City IRE PR

11/07/2023 18:00

Sligo Rovers 2 - 1 Celtic B INT CF

07/07/2023 18:45

Derry City 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

30/06/2023 18:45

Sligo Rovers 3 - 1 Bohemians IRE PR

23/06/2023 18:45

UC Dublin 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Drogheda United

Sligo Rovers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.11

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.42

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

24 (67%)12 (33%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

22 (61%)14 (39%)

Drogheda United

Recent matches

Sligo Rovers

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)9 27(75%)

Under /Over

(47%)17 19(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(39%)14 22(61%)

/Yes

(56%)20 16(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)17 19(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Drogheda United

Sligo Rovers

Shots

Drogheda United

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

33 total

Avg. 2.06

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

11.36 avg / game

Blocked

40 total

Avg. 2.50

Drogheda United Pass Sligo Rovers

Total passes

6312

Avg. 332 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

42%

Total passes

7006

Avg. 369 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Drogheda United

Played games

Sligo Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.17

4.92

177

Corners

182

5.06

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.33

Offsides

0.83

2.08

GK saves

2.03

Drogheda United

DISCIPLINARY

Sligo Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.36

108

3.00

0.17

0.11

8.86

319

Fouls

420

11.67

7.00

252

Tackles

258

7.17

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers on 28 July 2023 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 Sligo 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 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.

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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