Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 May

Shelbourne

D W D L D

5th place in Ireland Premier Division

0-0

08/05/2026 18:45

Sligo Rovers

L L D L L

10th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers on 08 May 2026 (kick-off: 18:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Shelbourne are currently 5th with 34 points after 24 matches.
Sligo Rovers sit 10th with 21 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shelbourne to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history favors Shelbourne, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Sligo Rovers 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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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

18:45

2026-05-08

Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Shelbourne

Sligo Rovers

2026-05-08 18:45

STANDINGS UP TO 08/05/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Shamrock Rovers	50	25	15	5	5	40	22	18
02 St. Patricks Athletic	43	25	12	7	6	40	21	19
03 Bohemians	43	25	12	7	6	40	27	13
04 Dundalk	36	25	9	9	7	39	37	2
05 Shelbourne	34	24	8	10	6	35	35	0
06 Derry City	29	25	6	11	8	32	31	1
07 Galway United	28	24	7	7	10	32	39	-7
08 Drogheda United	26	25	6	8	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	22	25	4	10	11	33	47	-14
10 Sligo Rovers	21	25	5	6	14	22	42	-20

Head To Head

21/03/2026 19:45

Sligo Rovers

0 - 1

Shelbourne

IRE PR

17/10/2025 18:45

Shelbourne

3 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

02/08/2025 18:45

Sligo Rovers

0 - 2

Shelbourne

IRE PR

23/05/2025 18:45

Shelbourne

3 - 2

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

28/03/2025 19:45

Sligo Rovers

1 - 2

Shelbourne

IRE PR

27/09/2024 18:45

Shelbourne

0 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

Shelbourne

83%

Draw

17%

Sligo Rovers

Shelbourne Last 6 matches

04/05/2026 16:00

Bohemians 2 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

01/05/2026 18:45

Dundalk 1 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

24/04/2026 18:45

Shelbourne 3 - 4 Drogheda United IRE PR

17/04/2026 18:45

Shelbourne 1 - 2 Derry City IRE PR

14/04/2026 18:45

Dundalk 3 - 1 Shelbourne Leinster S C

06/04/2026 16:00

Shamrock Rovers 3 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Sligo Rovers

04/05/2026 16:00

Sligo Rovers 1 - 1 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

01/05/2026 18:45

Drogheda United 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

25/04/2026 18:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Dundalk IRE PR

18/04/2026 18:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

10/04/2026 18:45

Bohemians 1 - 2 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

06/04/2026 16:00

Sligo Rovers 0 - 0 Derry City IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Goals

Scored

388

Avg. per game

1.42

Conceded

301

Avg. per game

1.10

Scored

321

Avg. per game

1.24

Conceded

344

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 274 matches

YesNo

205 (75%)69 (25%)

In last 274 matches

NoYes

181 (70%)78 (30%)

Shelbourne

Recent matches

Sligo Rovers

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(67%)30 15(33%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Shelbourne

Sligo Rovers

Shots

Shelbourne

Total shots

11.17 avg / game

Blocked

291 total

Avg. 3.78

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

10.02 avg / game

Blocked

214 total

Avg. 2.71

Shelbourne Pass Sligo Rovers

Total passes

55736

Avg. 449 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

41275

Avg. 365 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Shelbourne

274

Played games

Sligo Rovers

259

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.28

4.14

1135

Corners

1110

4.29

5.36

1469

Throw-ins

1543

5.96

1.08

297

Offsides

238

0.92

1.69

464

GK saves

701

2.71

Shelbourne

DISCIPLINARY

Sligo Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.08

570

537

2.07

0.08

0.10

6.75

1850

Fouls

1781

6.88

5.09

1396

Tackles

1427

5.51

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers on 08 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 Ireland Premier Division 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.

Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Shelbourne'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.

Ireland Premier Division 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 Premier Division standings and the Ireland Premier Division form table to understand exactly where Shelbourne 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 Ireland Premier Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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