Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 May

Betiball's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers on 22 May 2026 (kick-off: 19:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: Starting Lineups Time : 22/05/2026 19:00

Shamrock Rovers
1 - 2
Finished
Sligo Rovers
90+1' event Jack Byrne
69' event John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan
65' event John McGovern / Michael Noonan
65' event Victor Ozhianvuna / Dylan Watts
65' event Graham Burke / Aaron Greene
46' event John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan / Matthew Healy
39' event Daniel Grant / Jake Mulraney
11' event Sean McHale
event 90+7' Carl McHugh
event 90+4' Sam Sargeant
event 81' Carl McHugh / Kavanagh Cian
event 72' Mai Traore / Ciaron Harkin
event 66' Jeannot Esua
event 53' Ciaron Harkin / James McManus
event 46' Ryan O'Kane / Alex Nolan
90+1' event Jack Byrne
event 90+7' Carl McHugh
69' event John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan
event 90+4' Sam Sargeant
65' event John McGovern / Michael Noonan
event 81' Carl McHugh / Kavanagh Cian
65' event Victor Ozhianvuna / Dylan Watts
event 72' Mai Traore / Ciaron Harkin
65' event Graham Burke / Aaron Greene
event 66' Jeannot Esua
46' event John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan / Matthew Healy
event 53' Ciaron Harkin / James McManus
39' event Daniel Grant / Jake Mulraney
event 46' Ryan O'Kane / Alex Nolan
11' event Sean McHale
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Substitutions
#21 Daniel Grant
#26 John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan
#36 Victor Ozhianvuna
#88 John McGovern
#10 Graham Burke
#41 Alex Noonan
#27 Cory O Sullivan
#3 Enda Stevens
#23 Connor Malley
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
25Shots7
3Shots on Goal2
7Fouls4
3Corner Kick4
4Free kick7
2Offside1
2Yellow card1
0Save3
17Successful Tackles21
4Interceptions13
41Long pass23
0Assist2
2Successful center1
8Shots off goal3
1Hit The Post1
14Blocked2
11Tackle11
3Dribbles5
30Throw-in13
659Passes303
144Attacks81
71Dangerous attacks26
1Corner Kicks(HT)4
3BigChances2
3BigChancesMissed1
16ShotsInsideBox5
9ShotsOutsideBox2
31DuelsWon45
1.46ExpectedGoals1.34
1.39xGOpenPlay1.34
1.46xGNonPenalty1.34
0.71xGOT1
37Touches In Opposition Box14
23AccurateCrosses12
24GroundDuelsWon33
7AerialDuelsWon12
12Clearances35
Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
Substitutions
#28 Ryan O'Kane
#6 Ciaron Harkin
#24 Mai Traore
#16 Carl McHugh
#1 Liam Hughes
#3 Sean Stewart
#23 Kyle McDonagh
#63 Guilherme Priosti
#61 Conor Cannon
Commentary
90+7' Goal! Carl McHugh - Sligo Rovers
90+4' Sam Sargeant - Sligo Rovers receive a yellow card
90+1' Jack Byrne - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
81' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Carl McHugh / Kavanagh Cian
72' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Mai Traore / Ciaron Harkin
69' John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
66' Goal! Jeannot Esua - Sligo Rovers
65' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: John McGovern / Michael Noonan
65' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Victor Ozhianvuna / Dylan Watts
65' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Graham Burke / Aaron Greene
53' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Ciaron Harkin / James McManus
46' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan / Matthew Healy
46' Sligo Rovers — substitution: Ryan O'Kane / Alex Nolan
39' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Daniel Grant / Jake Mulraney
11' Own goal! Sean McHale - Shamrock Rovers

How We Build the Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers on 22 May 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 Sligo Rovers 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 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.

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 Sligo Rovers 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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