Shamrock Rovers vs Hamrun Spartans: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

Betiball's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Hamrun Spartans on 18 December 2025 (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 Hamrun Spartans preview before placing your bet.

Shamrock Rovers vs Hamrun Spartans: Starting Lineups Time : 18/12/2025 16:00

Shamrock Rovers
3 - 1
Finished
Hamrun Spartans
90+3' event John McGovern
85' event Cory O Sullivan
78' event Sean Kavanagh / Victor Ozhianvuna
78' event Aaron Greene / Rory Gaffney
72' event John McGovern / Graham Burke
72' event Connor Malley / Dylan Watts
71' event Max Kovalevskis
64' event Adam Matthews
60' event Max Kovalevskis / Daniel Cleary
51' event Daniel Cleary
45+4' event Daniel Grant
14' event Graham Burke
event 77' Ante Coric / Mouad El Fanis
event 76' Domantas Simkus / Nikolai Micallef
event 61' Eder / Ndri Koffi
event 46' Stijn Meijer / Serigne Thioune
event 46' Jovan Cadjenovic / Matias Nicolas Garcia
event 45' Mouad El Fanis
event 26' Joseph Essien Mbong
event 20' Ndri Koffi
90+3' event John McGovern
event 77' Ante Coric / Mouad El Fanis
85' event Cory O Sullivan
event 76' Domantas Simkus / Nikolai Micallef
78' event Sean Kavanagh / Victor Ozhianvuna
event 61' Eder / Ndri Koffi
78' event Aaron Greene / Rory Gaffney
event 46' Stijn Meijer / Serigne Thioune
72' event John McGovern / Graham Burke
event 46' Jovan Cadjenovic / Matias Nicolas Garcia
72' event Connor Malley / Dylan Watts
event 45' Mouad El Fanis
71' event Max Kovalevskis
event 26' Joseph Essien Mbong
64' event Adam Matthews
event 20' Ndri Koffi
60' event Max Kovalevskis / Daniel Cleary
51' event Daniel Cleary
45+4' event Daniel Grant
14' event Graham Burke
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Substitutions
#38 Max Kovalevskis
#23 Connor Malley
#88 John McGovern
#11 Sean Kavanagh
#9 Aaron Greene
#25 Lee Steacy
#41 Alex Noonan
#22 Cian Barrett
#18 Trevor Clarke
#15 Darragh Nugent
#31 Michael Noonan
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers Hamrun Spartans Hamrun Spartans
26Shots10
14Shots on Goal3
15Fouls10
7Corner Kick4
9Free kick15
7Offside3
4Yellow card1
0Red card1
2Save11
14Successful Tackles14
12Interceptions9
20Long pass29
1Assist0
5Successful center5
6Shots off goal3
1Hit The Post0
6Blocked4
9Tackle14
8Dribbles5
20Throw-in15
476Passes329
98Attacks66
72Dangerous attacks39
2Corner Kicks(HT)2
8BigChances3
5BigChancesMissed2
24ShotsInsideBox7
2ShotsOutsideBox3
38DuelsWon50
5.14ExpectedGoals0.76
4.14xGOpenPlay0.72
4.35xGNonPenalty0.76
4.5xGOT0.64
53Touches In Opposition Box19
18AccurateCrosses13
29GroundDuelsWon39
9AerialDuelsWon11
13Clearances29
Hamrun Spartans Hamrun Spartans
Substitutions
#20 Jovan Cadjenovic
#99 Stijn Meijer
#25 Eder
#33 Domantas Simkus
#24 Ante Coric
#98 Celio
#5 Sven Xerri
#55 Kian Vella
#16 Scott Camilleri
#7 Shaisen Attard
#77 Merlin Hadzi
#14 Semir Smajlagic
Commentary
90+3' Goal! John McGovern - Shamrock Rovers
85' Cory O Sullivan - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
78' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Sean Kavanagh / Victor Ozhianvuna
78' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Aaron Greene / Rory Gaffney
77' Hamrun Spartans — substitution: Ante Coric / Mouad El Fanis
76' Hamrun Spartans — substitution: Domantas Simkus / Nikolai Micallef
72' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: John McGovern / Graham Burke
72' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Connor Malley / Dylan Watts
71' Max Kovalevskis - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
64' Adam Matthews - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
61' Hamrun Spartans — substitution: Eder / Ndri Koffi
60' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Max Kovalevskis / Daniel Cleary
51' Daniel Cleary - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
46' Hamrun Spartans — substitution: Stijn Meijer / Serigne Thioune
46' Hamrun Spartans — substitution: Jovan Cadjenovic / Matias Nicolas Garcia
45+4' Goal! Daniel Grant - Shamrock Rovers
45' Mouad El Fanis - Hamrun Spartans receive a yellow card
26' Joseph Essien Mbong - Hamrun Spartans receive a red card
20' Goal! Ndri Koffi - Hamrun Spartans
14' Penalty scored! Graham Burke - Shamrock Rovers

How We Build the Shamrock Rovers vs Hamrun Spartans Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Hamrun Spartans on 18 December 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 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 Hamrun Spartans 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 Hamrun Spartans'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 Hamrun Spartans sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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