Dundalk vs Shelbourne Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – May 01

Dundalk

W L L L D

4th place in Ireland Premier Division

1-2

01/05/2026 14:45

Shelbourne

W D L D W

5th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Shelbourne on May 01, 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 Shelbourne preview before placing for you.

Dundalk are currently 4th with 37 points after 26 matches.
Shelbourne sit 5th with 34 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Dundalk to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Dundalk and Shelbourne have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:45

2026-05-01

Dundalk vs Shelbourne - Prediction & Odds

Dundalk

Shelbourne

2026-05-01 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 01/05/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	51	26	15	6	5	40	22	18
02 St. Patricks Athletic	44	26	12	8	6	41	22	19
03 Bohemians	44	26	12	8	6	41	28	13
04 Dundalk	37	26	9	10	7	40	38	2
05 Shelbourne	34	25	8	10	7	35	36	-1
06 Derry City	30	26	6	12	8	33	32	1
07 Galway United	29	25	7	8	10	33	40	-7
08 Drogheda United	27	26	6	9	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	25	26	5	10	11	34	47	-13
10 Sligo Rovers	22	26	5	7	14	23	43	-20

Head To Head

14/04/2026 14:45

Dundalk

3 - 1

Shelbourne

Leinster S C

03/04/2026 14:45

Shelbourne

2 - 3

Dundalk

IRE PR

20/01/2026 07:00

Shelbourne

2 - 1

Dundalk

INT CF

13/01/2026 15:45

Dundalk

3 - 1

Shelbourne

Leinster S C

30/08/2024 14:45

Dundalk

0 - 1

Shelbourne

IRE PR

07/06/2024 14:45

Shelbourne

1 - 0

Dundalk

IRE PR

Dundalk

50%

Draw

Shelbourne

50%

Dundalk Last 6 matches

25/04/2026 14:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Dundalk IRE PR

17/04/2026 14:45

Dundalk 2 - 1 Galway United IRE PR

14/04/2026 14:45

Dundalk 3 - 1 Shelbourne Leinster S C

10/04/2026 14:45

Dundalk 2 - 2 Derry City IRE PR

06/04/2026 12:00

Dundalk 2 - 0 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

03/04/2026 14:45

Shelbourne 2 - 3 Dundalk IRE PR

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Shelbourne

24/04/2026 14:45

Shelbourne 3 - 4 Drogheda United IRE PR

17/04/2026 14:45

Shelbourne 1 - 2 Derry City IRE PR

14/04/2026 14:45

Dundalk 3 - 1 Shelbourne Leinster S C

06/04/2026 12:00

Shamrock Rovers 3 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

03/04/2026 14:45

Shelbourne 2 - 3 Dundalk IRE PR

21/03/2026 15:45

Sligo Rovers 0 - 1 Shelbourne IRE PR

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

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

Shelbourne

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.77

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.31

Scored

Avg. per game

0.62

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.69

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 13 home matches

YesNo

7 (54%)6 (46%)

In last 13 home matches

NoYes

5 (38%)8 (62%)

Dundalk

Recent matches

Shelbourne

Under /Over

(85%)11 2(15%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)11 2(15%)

Under /Over

(31%)4 9(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(46%)6 7(54%)

Under /Over

(69%)9 4(31%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(54%)7 6(46%)

/Yes

(69%)9 4(31%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(77%)10 3(23%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dundalk

Shelbourne

Shots

Dundalk

Total shots

17.00 avg / game

Blocked

65 total

Avg. 5.42

Shelbourne

Total shots

14.15 avg / game

Blocked

50 total

Avg. 4.17

Dundalk Pass Shelbourne

Total passes

4779

Avg. 398 / game

Accurate

70%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

5930

Avg. 456 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dundalk

Played games

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.15

5.69

Corners

4.92

25.85

336

Throw-ins

237

18.23

1.08

Offsides

1.85

2.31

GK saves

2.62

Dundalk

DISCIPLINARY

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

2.85

0.23

0.08

9.62

125

Fouls

149

11.46

9.69

126

Tackles

127

9.77

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Dundalk vs Shelbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Shelbourne on 01 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 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

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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