Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 06 March

Betiball's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City on 06 March 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City preview before placing your bet.

Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City: Starting Lineups Time : 06/03/2026 16:00

Shamrock Rovers
1 - 0
Finished
Derry City
81' event Dylan Watts
78' event Aaron Greene / Graham Burke
71' event John McGovern / Michael Noonan
71' event Jake Mulraney / Tunmise Sobowale
71' event Dylan Watts / Victor Ozhianvuna
59' event Lee Grace / Daniel Cleary
event 83' James McClean
event 74' Ben Doherty
event 69' Patrick McClean
event 68' Conor Barr / Barry Cotter
event 68' Henry Rylah / James Clarke
event 46' James Olayinka / Josh Thomas
event 46' Dipo Akinyemi / Gavin Whyte
event 45' Gavin Whyte
81' event Dylan Watts
event 83' James McClean
78' event Aaron Greene / Graham Burke
event 74' Ben Doherty
71' event John McGovern / Michael Noonan
event 69' Patrick McClean
71' event Jake Mulraney / Tunmise Sobowale
event 68' Conor Barr / Barry Cotter
71' event Dylan Watts / Victor Ozhianvuna
event 68' Henry Rylah / James Clarke
59' event Lee Grace / Daniel Cleary
event 46' James Olayinka / Josh Thomas
event 46' Dipo Akinyemi / Gavin Whyte
event 45' Gavin Whyte
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Substitutions
#5 Lee Grace
#7 Dylan Watts
#11 Jake Mulraney
#88 John McGovern
#9 Aaron Greene
#41 Alex Noonan
#21 Daniel Grant
#3 Enda Stevens
#23 Connor Malley
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers Derry City Derry City
15Shots7
8Shots on Goal0
13Fouls20
6Corner Kick7
19Free kick13
1Offside0
0Yellow card4
0Save7
9Successful Tackles28
1Interceptions9
30Long pass23
5Successful center1
4Shots off goal4
3Blocked3
8Tackle15
9Dribbles2
18Throw-in17
553Passes227
103Attacks66
68Dangerous attacks44
2Corner Kicks(HT)2
2BigChances0
1BigChancesMissed0
11ShotsInsideBox3
4ShotsOutsideBox4
51DuelsWon58
1.41ExpectedGoals0.31
1.09xGOT0
22Touches In Opposition Box6
25AccurateCrosses17
43GroundDuelsWon43
8AerialDuelsWon15
16Clearances30
Derry City Derry City
Substitutions
#28 James Olayinka
#9 Dipo Akinyemi
#22 Conor Barr
#24 Henry Rylah
#26 Shea Callister
#25 Alex Bannon
#21 Kevin Santos
#31 Callum Downey
Commentary
83' James McClean - Derry City receive a yellow card
81' Penalty scored! Dylan Watts - Shamrock Rovers
78' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Aaron Greene / Graham Burke
74' Ben Doherty - Derry City receive a yellow card
71' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: John McGovern / Michael Noonan
71' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Jake Mulraney / Tunmise Sobowale
71' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Dylan Watts / Victor Ozhianvuna
69' Patrick McClean - Derry City receive a yellow card
68' Derry City — substitution: Conor Barr / Barry Cotter
68' Derry City — substitution: Henry Rylah / James Clarke
59' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Lee Grace / Daniel Cleary
46' Derry City — substitution: James Olayinka / Josh Thomas
46' Derry City — substitution: Dipo Akinyemi / Gavin Whyte
45' Gavin Whyte - Derry City receive a yellow card

How We Build the Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City on 06 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.

Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Shamrock Rovers's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Derry City'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 Shamrock Rovers and Derry City 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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