Kerry FC vs Athlone Town: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

Kerry FC

W W L D W

6th place in Ireland First Division

0-1

20/02/2026 15:45

Athlone Town

D D L W L

8th place in Ireland First Division

Ireland First Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kerry FC vs Athlone Town on 20 February 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kerry FC vs Athlone Town preview before placing your bet.

Kerry FC are currently 6th with 32 points after 25 matches.
Athlone Town sit 8th with 28 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Kerry FC to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors Kerry FC, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Athlone Town have no wins, while 3 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

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

15:45

2026-02-20

Kerry FC vs Athlone Town - Prediction & Odds

Kerry FC

Athlone Town

2026-02-20 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 20/02/2026

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

01 Cork City	57	25	18	3	4	51	20	31
02 Bray Wanderers	40	25	11	7	7	48	35	13
03 UC Dublin	40	25	12	4	9	41	29	12
04 Longford Town	34	25	9	7	9	29	32	-3
05 Cobh Ramblers	34	25	10	4	11	27	34	-7
06 Kerry FC	32	25	8	8	9	30	30	0
07 Wexford (Youth)	31	25	8	7	10	29	34	-5
08 Athlone Town	28	25	7	7	11	22	29	-7
09 Treaty United	26	25	6	8	11	24	36	-12
10 Finn Harps	22	25	5	7	13	21	43	-22

Head To Head

22/09/2025 14:45

Athlone Town

0 - 0

Kerry FC

IRE D1

01/08/2025 14:45

Kerry FC

4 - 0

Athlone Town

IRE D1

18/07/2025 14:45

Kerry FC

1 - 1

Athlone Town

IRFAIC

13/06/2025 14:45

Athlone Town

2 - 2

Kerry FC

IRE D1

11/04/2025 14:45

Kerry FC

3 - 0

Athlone Town

IRE D1

18/10/2024 14:45

Kerry FC

2 - 0

Athlone Town

IRE D1

Kerry FC

50%

Draw

50%

Athlone Town

Kerry FC Last 6 matches

13/02/2026 15:45

UC Dublin 2 - 1 Kerry FC IRE D1

04/02/2026 10:00

Cork City 4 - 1 Kerry FC INT CF

20/01/2026 10:30

Waterford United 3 - 2 Kerry FC INT CF

13/01/2026 15:30

Kerry FC 2 - 4 Treaty United INT CF

06/01/2026 15:00

Killarney Celtic 2 - 5 Kerry FC INT CF

17/10/2025 14:45

Bray Wanderers 5 - 1 Kerry FC IRE D1

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches Athlone Town

13/02/2026 15:45

Athlone Town 2 - 1 Finn Harps IRE D1

30/01/2026 15:45

Athlone Town 3 - 0 UFC St Peter Leinster S C

27/01/2026 15:45

Shelbourne 4 - 1 Athlone Town Leinster S C

24/01/2026 09:00

Athlone Town 0 - 5 Dundalk INT CF

16/01/2026 15:00

Bohemians 4 - 1 Athlone Town INT CF

17/10/2025 14:45

Athlone Town 1 - 2 Longford Town IRE D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland First Division

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

Played games

Kerry FC

Athlone Town

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.56

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.36

Scored

Avg. per game

0.36

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.44

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 25 matches

YesNo

12 (48%)13 (52%)

In last 25 matches

NoYes

8 (32%)17 (68%)

Kerry FC

Recent matches

Athlone Town

Under /Over

(68%)17 8(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(64%)16 9(36%)

Under /Over

(20%)5 20(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)5 20(80%)

Under /Over

(52%)13 12(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)11 14(56%)

/Yes

(60%)15 10(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)10 15(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kerry FC

Athlone Town

Shots

Kerry FC

Total shots

8.04 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Athlone Town

Total shots

9.79 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Kerry FC Pass Athlone Town

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kerry FC

Played games

Athlone Town

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.28

3.36

Corners

133

5.32

4.04

101

Throw-ins

2.72

0.20

Offsides

0.16

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Kerry FC

DISCIPLINARY

Athlone Town

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.20

2.60

0.16

0.08

2.88

Fouls

1.36

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Kerry FC vs Athlone Town Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kerry FC vs Athlone Town 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 First 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.

Kerry FC vs Athlone Town Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kerry FC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Athlone Town'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 First 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 First Division standings and the Ireland First Division form table to understand exactly where Kerry FC and Athlone Town 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 First Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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