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

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Derry City on 29 May 2026 (kick-off: 14:45) 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 vs Derry City: Starting Lineups Time : 29/05/2026 14:45

Dundalk
2 - 1
Finished
Derry City
90+7' event Bobby Burns
82' event Daniel Mullen / Daryl Horgan
78' event Harry Groome / Aodh Dervin
73' event Aodh Dervin
71' event Ronan Teahan / Shane Tracey
71' event Keith Buckley / Eoin Kenny
60' event Gbemi Arubi
20' event Daryl Horgan
event 90+5' Patrick McClean
event 76' James Olayinka
event 64' James Clarke / Cameron Dummigan
event 58' Cameron Dummigan
event 56' Liam Boyce / Josh Thomas
event 46' Patrick McClean / Ben Doherty
event 46' Michael Duffy / Adam OReilly
event 46' Darragh Markey / Kevin Santos
event 45+1' Brandon Fleming
event 39' Josh Thomas
90+7' event Bobby Burns
event 90+5' Patrick McClean
82' event Daniel Mullen / Daryl Horgan
event 76' James Olayinka
78' event Harry Groome / Aodh Dervin
event 64' James Clarke / Cameron Dummigan
73' event Aodh Dervin
event 58' Cameron Dummigan
71' event Ronan Teahan / Shane Tracey
event 56' Liam Boyce / Josh Thomas
71' event Keith Buckley / Eoin Kenny
event 46' Patrick McClean / Ben Doherty
60' event Gbemi Arubi
event 46' Michael Duffy / Adam OReilly
20' event Daryl Horgan
event 46' Darragh Markey / Kevin Santos
event 45+1' Brandon Fleming
event 39' Josh Thomas
Dundalk Dundalk
Substitutions
#11 Ronan Teahan
#18 Keith Buckley
#8 Harry Groome
#21 Daniel Mullen
#13 Peter Cherrie
#19 Sean Spaight
#12 Luke Mulligan
#23 Aaron Michael Keogh
#29 TJ Molloy
Dundalk Dundalk Derry City Derry City
14Shots12
4Shots on Goal4
6Fouls16
6Corner Kick5
16Free kick6
1Offside0
2Yellow card4
3Save2
16Successful Tackles5
14Interceptions7
25Long pass28
2Assist0
3Successful center3
7Shots off goal6
1Hit The Post0
3Blocked2
16Tackle5
6Dribbles14
27Throw-in25
304Passes460
96Attacks104
52Dangerous attacks53
5Corner Kicks(HT)1
3BigChances1
1BigChancesMissed1
12ShotsInsideBox6
2ShotsOutsideBox6
67DuelsWon48
1.76ExpectedGoals0.87
1.65xGOpenPlay0.51
1.76xGNonPenalty0.87
1.29xGOT1.49
26Touches In Opposition Box20
16AccurateCrosses24
50GroundDuelsWon31
17AerialDuelsWon17
42Clearances33
Derry City Derry City
Substitutions
#3 Patrick McClean
#10 Darragh Markey
#7 Michael Duffy
#27 Liam Boyce
#15 James Clarke
#26 Shea Callister
#25 Alex Bannon
#9 Dipo Akinyemi
#24 Henry Rylah
Commentary
90+7' Bobby Burns - Dundalk receive a yellow card
90+5' Patrick McClean - Derry City receive a yellow card
82' Dundalk — substitution: Daniel Mullen / Daryl Horgan
78' Dundalk — substitution: Harry Groome / Aodh Dervin
76' James Olayinka - Derry City receive a yellow card
73' Aodh Dervin - Dundalk receive a yellow card
71' Dundalk — substitution: Ronan Teahan / Shane Tracey
71' Dundalk — substitution: Keith Buckley / Eoin Kenny
64' Derry City — substitution: James Clarke / Cameron Dummigan
60' Goal! Gbemi Arubi - Dundalk
58' Goal! Cameron Dummigan - Derry City
56' Derry City — substitution: Liam Boyce / Josh Thomas
46' Derry City — substitution: Patrick McClean / Ben Doherty
46' Derry City — substitution: Michael Duffy / Adam OReilly
46' Derry City — substitution: Darragh Markey / Kevin Santos
45+1' Brandon Fleming - Derry City receive a yellow card
39' Josh Thomas - Derry City receive a yellow card
20' Goal! Daryl Horgan - Dundalk

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 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.

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 Dundalk and Derry City sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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