Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 July

Dundalk

W L W W L

No standing data

0-2

18/07/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers

L W D D W

No standing data

Ireland FAI Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers on 18 July 2025 (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 Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Dundalk to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Dundalk, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Sligo Rovers have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

2025-07-18

Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Dundalk

Sligo Rovers

2025-07-18 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/07/2025

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Dundalk and Sligo Rovers in the Ireland FAI Cup football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

21/09/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers

2 - 1

Dundalk

IRE PR

13/06/2024 14:45

Dundalk

1 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

19/04/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers

1 - 1

Dundalk

IRE PR

04/03/2024 15:45

Dundalk

0 - 5

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

20/10/2023 14:45

Sligo Rovers

0 - 2

Dundalk

IRE PR

11/08/2023 14:45

Dundalk

1 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

Dundalk

50%

Draw

17%

Sligo Rovers

33%

Dundalk Last 6 matches

14/07/2025 14:45

Glebe North FC 0 - 6 Dundalk INT CF

11/07/2025 14:45

Bray Wanderers 2 - 0 Dundalk IRE D1

04/07/2025 14:45

Kerry FC 0 - 4 Dundalk IRE D1

27/06/2025 14:45

Dundalk 1 - 0 Cobh Ramblers IRE D1

23/06/2025 14:45

Finn Harps 1 - 0 Dundalk IRE D1

20/06/2025 14:45

Dundalk 1 - 1 Treaty United IRE D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Sligo Rovers

15/07/2025 14:30

Sligo Rovers 1 - 3 Mansfield Town INT CF

12/07/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Derry City IRE PR

05/07/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 2 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

27/06/2025 14:45

Bohemians 1 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

23/06/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 1 Galway United IRE PR

20/06/2025 14:45

Drogheda United 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland FAI Cup

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

223

Avg. per game

0.80

Conceded

184

Avg. per game

0.66

Scored

163

Avg. per game

0.63

Conceded

199

Avg. per game

0.77

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 278 matches

YesNo

149 (54%)129 (46%)

In last 278 matches

NoYes

127 (49%)133 (51%)

Dundalk

Recent matches

Sligo Rovers

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(62%)28 17(38%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(71%)32 13(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dundalk

Sligo Rovers

Shots

Dundalk

Total shots

11.97 avg / game

Blocked

267 total

Avg. 4.05

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

216 total

Avg. 2.70

Dundalk Pass Sligo Rovers

Total passes

31396

Avg. 378 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

41575

Avg. 365 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dundalk

278

Played games

Sligo Rovers

260

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.28

5.09

1416

Corners

1112

4.28

3.50

974

Throw-ins

1569

6.03

0.55

152

Offsides

241

0.93

1.71

476

GK saves

706

2.72

Dundalk

DISCIPLINARY

Sligo Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.95

541

540

2.08

0.09

0.10

5.24

1456

Fouls

1793

6.90

4.18

1163

Tackles

1438

5.53

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers on 18 July 2025 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 FAI Cup 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.

Ireland FAI Cup 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 FAI Cup standings and the Ireland FAI Cup 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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