Dundalk vs Drogheda United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

Dundalk

W W L L L

4th place in Ireland Premier Division

1-1

20/02/2026 20:00

Drogheda United

L D L L W

8th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Drogheda United on 20 February 2026 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dundalk vs Drogheda United preview before placing your bet.

Dundalk are currently 4th with 36 points after 25 matches.
Drogheda United sit 8th with 26 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Dundalk to win with probability 45%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Dundalk and Drogheda United 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

20:00

2026-02-20

Dundalk vs Drogheda United - Prediction & Odds

Dundalk

Drogheda United

2026-02-20 20:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/02/2026

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

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

01/04/2024 12:00

Dundalk

0 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

Dundalk

33%

Draw

33%

Drogheda United

33%

Dundalk Last 6 matches

13/02/2026 19:45

Derry City 2 - 2 Dundalk IRE PR

24/01/2026 13:00

Athlone Town 0 - 5 Dundalk INT CF

20/01/2026 11:00

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Dundalk INT CF

16/01/2026 19:45

UC Dublin 1 - 5 Dundalk INT CF

13/01/2026 19:45

Dundalk 3 - 1 Shelbourne Leinster S C

17/10/2025 18:45

Cobh Ramblers 1 - 2 Dundalk IRE D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Drogheda United

13/02/2026 20:00

Drogheda United 2 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

06/02/2026 19:45

Galway United 0 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

23/01/2026 19:30

Bray Wanderers 1 - 3 Drogheda United INT CF

20/01/2026 19:30

Drogheda United 1 - 1 UC Dublin INT CF

17/01/2026 15:00

Longford Town 1 - 1 Drogheda United Leinster S C

13/01/2026 19:30

Drogheda United 4 - 0 Montpelier FC Leinster S C

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Goals

Scored

423

Avg. per game

1.53

Conceded

335

Avg. per game

1.21

Scored

332

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

347

Avg. per game

1.36

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 277 matches

YesNo

214 (77%)63 (23%)

In last 277 matches

NoYes

184 (72%)71 (28%)

Dundalk

Recent matches

Drogheda United

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(27%)12 33(73%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(71%)32 13(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dundalk

Drogheda United

Shots

Dundalk

Total shots

11.90 avg / game

Blocked

256 total

Avg. 3.94

Drogheda United

Total shots

10.35 avg / game

Blocked

230 total

Avg. 2.99

Dundalk Pass Drogheda United

Total passes

30940

Avg. 377 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

31767

Avg. 279 / game

Accurate

58%

Ball possession

43%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dundalk

277

Played games

Drogheda United

255

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.27

5.08

1406

Corners

1080

4.24

3.39

938

Throw-ins

1537

6.03

0.55

152

Offsides

223

0.87

1.71

474

GK saves

606

2.38

Dundalk

DISCIPLINARY

Drogheda United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.95

540

487

1.91

0.09

0.10

5.22

1445

Fouls

1560

6.12

4.17

1154

Tackles

1419

5.56

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Dundalk vs Drogheda United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Drogheda United on 20 February 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 Drogheda United 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 Drogheda United'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 Drogheda United 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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