Sligo Rovers vs Derry City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 09 January

Sligo Rovers

W D L L W

No standing data

1 - 0

09/01/2026 10:00

Derry City

W W W W D

No standing data

International Club Friendly

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Derry City on 09 January 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sligo Rovers vs Derry City preview before placing your bet.

Head-to-head history favors Derry City, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Sligo Rovers have one win, 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

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Score.

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STANDINGS UP TO 09/01/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Sligo Rovers and Derry City in the International Club Friendly football standings for the 2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

05/10/2025 11:00

Derry City

1 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

12/07/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers

2 - 0

Derry City

IRE PR

22/04/2025 14:45

Derry City

3 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

15/03/2025 15:45

Sligo Rovers

0 - 1

Derry City

IRE PR

21/01/2025 10:00

Sligo Rovers

2 - 3

Derry City

INT CF

14/10/2024 14:15

Derry City

1 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

Sligo Rovers

17%

Draw

17%

Derry City

67%

Sligo Rovers Last 6 matches

01/11/2025 12:30

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 2 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

25/10/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 1 Cork City IRE PR

17/10/2025 14:45

Shelbourne 3 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

05/10/2025 11:00

Derry City 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

27/09/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 0 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

22/09/2025 14:45

Galway United 0 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Derry City

01/11/2025 12:30

Cork City 0 - 1 Derry City IRE PR

26/10/2025 11:00

Derry City 2 - 1 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

17/10/2025 14:45

Waterford United 1 - 2 Derry City IRE PR

05/10/2025 11:00

Derry City 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

26/09/2025 14:45

Drogheda United 1 - 1 Derry City IRE PR

19/09/2025 14:45

Derry City 1 - 1 Shelbourne IRE PR

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Goals

Scored

322

Avg. per game

1.24

Conceded

345

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored

411

Avg. per game

1.52

Conceded

247

Avg. per game

0.91

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 260 matches

YesNo

182 (70%)78 (30%)

In last 260 matches

NoYes

208 (77%)62 (23%)

Sligo Rovers

Recent matches

Derry City

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sligo Rovers

Derry City

Shots

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

216 total

Avg. 2.70

Derry City

Total shots

11.97 avg / game

Blocked

283 total

Avg. 3.63

Sligo Rovers Pass Derry City

Total passes

41575

Avg. 365 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

49148

Avg. 431 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sligo Rovers

260

Played games

Derry City

270

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

104

0.39

4.28

1112

Corners

1470

5.44

6.03

1569

Throw-ins

1819

6.74

0.93

241

Offsides

218

0.81

2.72

706

GK saves

496

1.84

Sligo Rovers

DISCIPLINARY

Derry City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.08

540

522

1.93

0.10

0.09

6.90

1793

Fouls

1777

6.58

5.53

1438

Tackles

1398

5.18

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Sligo Rovers vs Derry City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Derry City on 09 January 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 International Club Friendly 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.

Sligo Rovers vs Derry City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sligo Rovers's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Derry City'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.

International Club Friendly 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 International Club Friendly standings and the International Club Friendly form table to understand exactly where Sligo Rovers and Derry City sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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