Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 August

Shamrock Rovers
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17/08/2025 18:00
Longford Town
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Ireland FAI Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town on 17 August 2025 (kick-off: 18:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town preview before placing your bet.

  • Our algorithm prediction: Shamrock Rovers to win with probability 84%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Shamrock Rovers, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Longford Town have no 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
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2025-08-17

Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town - Prediction & Odds

Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
Longford Town
Longford Town
2025-08-17 18:00
84
11
5
1
2 - 2
2 - 2
3.25
1.05
FT
2-1 1-1
-
weather
19°C
STANDINGS UP TO 17/08/2025
The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Shamrock Rovers and Longford Town in the Ireland FAI Cup football standings for the 2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.
Head To Head
27/01/2024 12:00
Longford Town Longford Town
1 - 2
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
INT CF
22/01/2024 20:00
Longford Town Longford Town
0 - 2
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Leinster S C
22/01/2022 12:00
Longford Town Longford Town
1 - 1
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
INT CF
23/10/2021 18:30
Longford Town Longford Town
0 - 1
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
IRE PR
08/08/2021 14:00
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
1 - 0
Longford Town Longford Town
IRE PR
29/05/2021 15:00
Longford Town Longford Town
0 - 1
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
IRE PR
Shamrock Rovers
5
83%
Draw
1
17%
Longford Town
0
0%
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers Last 6 matches
07/08/2025 18:30
FC Ballkani 1 - 0 Shamrock Rovers UEFA ECL
03/08/2025 18:00
Shamrock Rovers 2 - 0 Derry City IRE PR
31/07/2025 19:00
Shamrock Rovers 0 - 0 St Joseph's FC UEFA ECL
26/07/2025 14:00
Shamrock Rovers 1 - 0 Ballymena United INT CF
24/07/2025 16:00
St Joseph's FC 0 - 4 Shamrock Rovers UEFA ECL
18/07/2025 19:00
Shamrock Rovers 4 - 0 Wexford (Youth) IRFAIC
Win
67%
Draw
17%
Lost
17%
Last 6 matches Longford Town Longford Town
04/08/2025 16:00
Dundalk 4 - 1 Longford Town IRE D1
01/08/2025 18:45
Cobh Ramblers 3 - 1 Longford Town IRE D1
26/07/2025 18:30
Longford Town 1 - 2 Bray Wanderers IRE D1
20/07/2025 16:00
Casterba 3 - 6 Longford Town IRFAIC
12/07/2025 18:30
Longford Town 3 - 1 Kerry FC IRE D1
04/07/2025 18:45
Finn Harps 0 - 0 Longford Town IRE D1
Win
33%
Draw
17%
Lost
50%
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
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
5
 Longford Town
Longford Town
2
Goals
Scored
6
Avg. per game
1.20
Conceded
1
Avg. per game
0.20
Scored
4
Avg. per game
2.00
Conceded
4
Avg. per game
2.00
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (80%)1 (20%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (100%)0 (0%)
Shamrock Rovers

Shamrock Rovers

Recent matches

Longford Town

Longford Town

Under /Over

(100%)5 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

/Yes

(60%)3 2(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(100%)2 0(0%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Longford Town Longford Town
Shots
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
Total shots
15.40 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Longford Town
Longford Town
Total shots
16.50 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers Pass Longford Town Longford Town
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
66%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
43%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
642
Avg. 128.40 / game
 Longford Town
Longford Town
166
Avg. 83.00 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
452
Avg. 90.40 / game
 Longford Town
Longford Town
106
Avg. 53.00 / game
OTHERS
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
5
Played games
Longford Town
Longford Town
2
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.40
2
Clean sheets
0
0.00
6.40
32
Corners
13
6.50
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.40
2
GK saves
0
0.00
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
DISCIPLINARY
Longford Town
Longford Town
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.40
7
Yellow card
3
1.50
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town on 17 August 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.

Shamrock Rovers vs Longford Town 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 Longford 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 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 Shamrock Rovers and Longford Town sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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