Dundalk vs Shelbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 September

Prediction Match Centre
Dundalk
DWWWL
4th place in Ireland Premier Division
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18/09/2026 11:45
Shelbourne
DWDLD
5th place in Ireland Premier Division
Ireland Premier Division
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Shelbourne on 18 September 2026 (kick-off: 11:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dundalk vs Shelbourne preview before placing your bet.

  • Dundalk will face Shelbourne in Ireland Premier Division on September 18, 2026 at 11:45.
  • Dundalk are currently 4th with 35 points after 23 matches.
  • Shelbourne sit 5th with 34 points from 24 matches.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 18/09/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
50 25 15 5 5 40 22 18
02 Bohemians Bohemians
43 25 12 7 6 40 27 13
03 St. Patricks Athletic St. Patricks Athletic
41 23 12 5 6 38 19 19
04 Dundalk Dundalk
35 23 9 8 6 37 34 3
05 Shelbourne Shelbourne
34 24 8 10 6 35 35 0
06 Derry City Derry City
29 25 6 11 8 32 31 1
07 Galway United Galway United
24 22 6 6 10 29 37 -8
08 Drogheda United Drogheda United
22 23 5 7 11 27 40 -13
09 Waterford United Waterford United
20 23 4 8 11 32 46 -14
10 Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
20 23 5 5 13 18 37 -19
Dundalk Dundalk Last 6 matches
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
13/06/2026 01:45
Galway United 0 - 1 Dundalk
Ireland Premier Division
30/05/2026 01:45
Dundalk 2 - 1 Derry City
Ireland Premier Division
27/05/2026 01:45
Dundalk 0 - 1 St. Patricks Athletic
Leinster Senior Cup
Win
50%
Draw
0%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Shelbourne Shelbourne
04/07/2026 02:00
Shelbourne 2 - 1 Dundalk
Ireland Premier Division
28/06/2026 01:45
Sligo Rovers 2 - 2 Shelbourne
Ireland Premier Division
23/06/2026 01:45
Shelbourne 0 - 3 Bohemians
Ireland Premier Division
20/06/2026 01:45
Drogheda United 2 - 2 Shelbourne
Ireland Premier Division
13/06/2026 02:00
Shelbourne 2 - 1 Shamrock Rovers
Ireland Premier Division
30/05/2026 01:45
Shelbourne 1 - 1 Galway United
Ireland Premier Division
Win
33%
Draw
50%
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
Dundalk
Dundalk
23
 Shelbourne
Shelbourne
24
Goals
Scored
19
Avg. per game
0.83
Conceded
21
Avg. per game
0.91
Scored
20
Avg. per game
0.83
Conceded
18
Avg. per game
0.75
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 23 matches
YesNo
16 (70%)7 (30%)
In last 23 matches
NoYes
16 (67%)8 (33%)
Dundalk

Dundalk

Recent matches

Shelbourne

Shelbourne

Under /Over

(87%)20 3(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)19 5(21%)

Under /Over

(39%)9 14(61%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)10 14(58%)

Under /Over

(52%)12 11(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)12 12(50%)

/Yes

(70%)16 7(30%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(75%)18 6(25%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Dundalk Dundalk
Shelbourne Shelbourne
Shots
Dundalk
Dundalk
Total shots
16.45 avg / game
Blocked
109 total
Avg. 4.95
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Total shots
13.87 avg / game
Blocked
97 total
Avg. 4.62
Dundalk Dundalk Pass Shelbourne Shelbourne
Total passes
8250
Avg. 375 / game
Accurate
68%
Ball possession
51%
Total passes
10140
Avg. 441 / game
Accurate
76%
Ball possession
53%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Dundalk
Dundalk
2367
Avg. 102.91 / game
 Shelbourne
Shelbourne
2355
Avg. 98.13 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Dundalk
Dundalk
1151
Avg. 50.04 / game
 Shelbourne
Shelbourne
1161
Avg. 48.38 / game
OTHERS
Dundalk
Dundalk
23
Played games
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
24
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.22
5
Clean sheets
5
0.21
5.83
134
Corners
119
4.96
21.78
501
Throw-ins
447
18.63
1.30
30
Offsides
44
1.83
2.74
63
GK saves
57
2.38
Dundalk
Dundalk
DISCIPLINARY
Shelbourne
Shelbourne
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.30
53
Yellow card
67
2.79
0.22
5
Red card
1
0.04
10.43
240
Fouls
258
10.75
10.39
239
Tackles
227
9.46
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How We Build the Dundalk vs Shelbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Shelbourne on 18 September 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 Shelbourne 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 Shelbourne'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 Shelbourne sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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