Shamrock Rovers vs St. Patricks Athletic: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

Betiball's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs St. Patricks Athletic on 20 February 2026 (kick-off: 20:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shamrock Rovers vs St. Patricks Athletic preview before placing your bet.

Shamrock Rovers vs St. Patricks Athletic: Starting Lineups Time : 20/02/2026 20:00

Shamrock Rovers
2 - 0
Finished
St. Patricks Athletic
81' event Enda Stevens / Adam Brennan
80' event Adam Brennan
77' event Connor Malley / Victor Ozhianvuna
69' event Michael Noonan
67' event Michael Noonan / John McGovern
67' event Jack Byrne / Jake Mulraney
67' event Graham Burke / Dylan Watts
event 86' Romal Palmer / Tom Grivosti
event 79' Glory Nzingo / Kian Leavy
event 73' Zak Elbouzedi / Ronan Boyce
event 73' Christopher Forrester / Darragh Nugent
81' event Enda Stevens / Adam Brennan
event 86' Romal Palmer / Tom Grivosti
80' event Adam Brennan
event 79' Glory Nzingo / Kian Leavy
77' event Connor Malley / Victor Ozhianvuna
event 73' Zak Elbouzedi / Ronan Boyce
69' event Michael Noonan
event 73' Christopher Forrester / Darragh Nugent
67' event Michael Noonan / John McGovern
67' event Jack Byrne / Jake Mulraney
67' event Graham Burke / Dylan Watts
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Substitutions
#29 Jack Byrne
#31 Michael Noonan
#10 Graham Burke
#23 Connor Malley
#3 Enda Stevens
#41 Alex Noonan
#2 Adam Matthews
#5 Lee Grace
#18 Trevor Clarke
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers St. Patricks Athletic St. Patricks Athletic
13Shots9
5Shots on Goal2
8Fouls10
7Corner Kick1
10Free kick8
1Offside1
1Aerial0
2Save3
18Successful Tackles16
9Interceptions11
30Long pass27
2Assist0
3Successful center3
3Shots off goal4
2Hit The Post2
5Blocked3
12Tackle15
6Dribbles7
26Throw-in22
572Passes342
126Attacks74
54Dangerous attacks39
4Corner Kicks(HT)1
2BigChances1
0BigChancesMissed1
11ShotsInsideBox5
2ShotsOutsideBox4
36DuelsWon41
1.07ExpectedGoals0.52
2.37xGOT0.46
32Touches In Opposition Box14
17AccurateCrosses13
34GroundDuelsWon33
2AerialDuelsWon8
15Clearances14
St. Patricks Athletic St. Patricks Athletic
Substitutions
#8 Christopher Forrester
#7 Zak Elbouzedi
#42 Glory Nzingo
#17 Romal Palmer
#1 Danny Rogers
#2 Sean Hoare
#32 Canny
#45 Matthew OHara
#22 Yssouf Soro
Commentary
86' St. Patricks Athletic — substitution: Romal Palmer / Tom Grivosti
81' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Enda Stevens / Adam Brennan
80' Goal! Adam Brennan - Shamrock Rovers
79' St. Patricks Athletic — substitution: Glory Nzingo / Kian Leavy
77' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Connor Malley / Victor Ozhianvuna
73' St. Patricks Athletic — substitution: Zak Elbouzedi / Ronan Boyce
73' St. Patricks Athletic — substitution: Christopher Forrester / Darragh Nugent
69' Goal! Michael Noonan - Shamrock Rovers
67' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Michael Noonan / John McGovern
67' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Jack Byrne / Jake Mulraney
67' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Graham Burke / Dylan Watts

How We Build the Shamrock Rovers vs St. Patricks Athletic Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs St. Patricks Athletic 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 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 St. Patricks Athletic 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 St. Patricks Athletic'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 St. Patricks Athletic sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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