Dundalk vs Derry City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 29 May

Dundalk

W W L L L

4th place in Ireland Premier Division

2-1

29/05/2026 18:45

Derry City

L W L D W

6th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Derry City on 29 May 2026 (kick-off: 18:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dundalk vs Derry City preview before placing your bet.

Dundalk are currently 4th with 36 points after 25 matches.
Derry City sit 6th with 29 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Dundalk to win with probability 41%.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

18:45

2026-05-29

Dundalk vs Derry City - Prediction & Odds

Dundalk

Derry City

2026-05-29 18:45

STANDINGS UP TO 29/05/2026

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

Dundalk Last 6 matches

25/07/2026 02:00

St. Patricks Athletic 1 - 1 Dundalk Ireland Premier Division

18/07/2026 01:45

St. Mochtas 1 - 3 Dundalk Ireland FAI Cup

11/07/2026 01:45

Dundalk 1 - 2 Drogheda United Ireland Premier Division

04/07/2026 02:00

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Dundalk Ireland Premier Division

27/06/2026 01:45

Dundalk 2 - 3 Waterford United Ireland Premier Division

20/06/2026 02:00

Bohemians 1 - 2 Dundalk Ireland Premier Division

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Derry City

24/07/2026 01:45

Rijeka 1 - 0 Derry City UEFA Conference League

19/07/2026 22:00

Derry City 3 - 0 Tolka Rovers Ireland FAI Cup

17/07/2026 00:30

Derry City 1 - 2 CSKA Sofia UEFA Europa League

10/07/2026 01:00

CSKA Sofia 3 - 2 Derry City UEFA Europa League

04/07/2026 01:45

Derry City 2 - 4 Waterford United Ireland Premier Division

27/06/2026 01:45

Derry City 2 - 0 Drogheda United Ireland Premier Division

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

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

Dundalk

Derry City

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.80

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.52

Scored

Avg. per game

0.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.48

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 25 matches

YesNo

15 (60%)10 (40%)

In last 25 matches

NoYes

10 (40%)15 (60%)

Dundalk

Recent matches

Derry City

Under /Over

(88%)22 3(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)17 8(32%)

Under /Over

(36%)9 16(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(12%)3 22(88%)

Under /Over

(52%)13 12(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)11 14(56%)

/Yes

(72%)18 7(28%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)16 9(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dundalk

Derry City

Shots

Dundalk

Total shots

16.17 avg / game

Blocked

118 total

Avg. 4.92

Derry City

Total shots

13.46 avg / game

Blocked

100 total

Avg. 4.76

Dundalk Pass Derry City

Total passes

8991

Avg. 375 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

9768

Avg. 407 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dundalk

Played games

Derry City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.24

5.88

147

Corners

142

5.68

22.48

562

Throw-ins

616

24.64

1.32

Offsides

1.28

2.80

GK saves

2.32

Dundalk

DISCIPLINARY

Derry City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.32

2.64

0.20

0.08

10.84

271

Fouls

297

11.88

10.68

267

Tackles

291

11.64

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Dundalk vs Derry City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Derry City on 29 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.

Dundalk vs Derry City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Dundalk's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Derry City'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 Dundalk and Derry City 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 Ireland Premier Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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