Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 March

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers on 16 March 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers: Starting Lineups Time : 16/03/2026 15:45

Dundalk
1 - 0
Finished
Sligo Rovers
86' event Harvey Warren / Harry Groome
84' event Aodh Dervin
82' event Daryl Horgan
75' event Keith Buckley
64' event Harry Groome / Gbemi Arubi
63' event Gbemi Arubi
51' event Daniel Mullen / Tyreke Wilson
51' event Keith Buckley / Declan McDaid
event 83' Guilherme Priosti / Alex Nolan
event 81' William Fitzgerald
event 78' Ciaron Harkin
event 62' Ciaron Harkin / Carl McHugh
event 59' Archie Meekison
event 46' Mai Traore / Kavanagh Cian
event 45+7' Archie Meekison / Ryan O'Kane
86' event Harvey Warren / Harry Groome
event 83' Guilherme Priosti / Alex Nolan
84' event Aodh Dervin
event 81' William Fitzgerald
82' event Daryl Horgan
event 78' Ciaron Harkin
75' event Keith Buckley
event 62' Ciaron Harkin / Carl McHugh
64' event Harry Groome / Gbemi Arubi
event 59' Archie Meekison
63' event Gbemi Arubi
event 46' Mai Traore / Kavanagh Cian
51' event Daniel Mullen / Tyreke Wilson
event 45+7' Archie Meekison / Ryan O'Kane
51' event Keith Buckley / Declan McDaid
Dundalk Dundalk
Substitutions
#18 Keith Buckley
#21 Daniel Mullen
#8 Harry Groome
#5 Harvey Warren
#20 Peter Cherrie
#19 Sean Spaight
#11 Ronan Teahan
#17 Shane Tracey
#29 TJ Molloy
Dundalk Dundalk Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
11Shots15
3Shots on Goal2
11Fouls11
4Corner Kick6
10Free kick11
0Offside1
2Yellow card3
1Red card0
2Save2
14Successful Tackles7
18Interceptions14
31Long pass44
1Successful center6
3Shots off goal6
0Hit The Post2
5Blocked7
14Tackle7
5Dribbles6
26Throw-in25
394Passes434
98Attacks102
39Dangerous attacks72
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
1BigChances0
5ShotsInsideBox7
6ShotsOutsideBox8
52DuelsWon54
1.28ExpectedGoals0.63
19Touches In Opposition Box24
15AccurateCrosses28
36GroundDuelsWon28
16AerialDuelsWon26
51Clearances17
Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
Substitutions
#10 Archie Meekison
#24 Mai Traore
#6 Ciaron Harkin
#63 Guilherme Priosti
#1 Liam Hughes
#17 Sean McHale
#51 Kyle Gabbidon
#23 Kyle McDonagh
#61 Conor Cannon
Commentary
86' Dundalk — substitution: Harvey Warren / Harry Groome
84' Aodh Dervin - Dundalk receive a red card
83' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Guilherme Priosti / Alex Nolan
82' Penalty scored! Daryl Horgan - Dundalk
81' William Fitzgerald - Sligo Rovers receive a yellow card
78' Ciaron Harkin - Sligo Rovers receive a yellow card
75' Keith Buckley - Dundalk receive a yellow card
64' Dundalk — substitution: Harry Groome / Gbemi Arubi
63' Gbemi Arubi - Dundalk receive a yellow card
62' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Ciaron Harkin / Carl McHugh
59' Archie Meekison - Sligo Rovers receive a yellow card
51' Dundalk — substitution: Daniel Mullen / Tyreke Wilson
51' Dundalk — substitution: Keith Buckley / Declan McDaid
46' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Mai Traore / Kavanagh Cian
45+7' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Archie Meekison / Ryan O'Kane

How We Build the Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers on 16 March 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 Sligo Rovers 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 Sligo Rovers'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 Sligo Rovers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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