Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 02 May

Sligo Rovers

W W L L D

7th place in Ireland Premier Division

2-2

02/05/2025 14:45

Drogheda United

W D L W D

6th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United on 02 May 2025 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United preview before placing your bet.

Sligo Rovers are currently 7th with 41 points after 36 matches.
Drogheda United sit 6th with 51 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Drogheda United to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Drogheda United, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Sligo Rovers have 2 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

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Weather

14:45

2025-05-02

Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United - Prediction & Odds

Sligo Rovers

Drogheda United

2025-05-02 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 02/05/2025

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	66	36	19	9	8	56	33	23
02 Derry City	63	36	18	9	9	52	39	13
03 Shelbourne	59	36	15	14	7	48	37	11
04 Bohemians	54	36	16	6	14	48	39	9
05 St. Patricks Athletic	52	36	13	13	10	42	32	10
06 Drogheda United	51	36	12	15	9	38	38	0
07 Sligo Rovers	41	36	11	8	17	42	54	-12
08 Galway United	39	36	9	12	15	37	44	-7
09 Waterford United	39	36	11	6	19	41	60	-19
10 Cork City	24	36	4	12	20	33	61	-28

Head To Head

21/02/2025 15:45

Drogheda United

3 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

23/08/2024 14:45

Drogheda United

7 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

03/06/2024 11:59

Sligo Rovers

2 - 1

Drogheda United

IRE PR

26/04/2024 14:45

Drogheda United

3 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

16/03/2024 15:45

Sligo Rovers

3 - 1

Drogheda United

IRE PR

28/10/2023 13:00

Sligo Rovers

0 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

Sligo Rovers

33%

Draw

17%

Drogheda United

50%

Sligo Rovers Last 6 matches

26/04/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 1 Cork City IRE PR

22/04/2025 14:45

Derry City 3 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

18/04/2025 14:45

Waterford United 0 - 4 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

12/04/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 2 Galway United IRE PR

04/04/2025 14:45

Bohemians 4 - 2 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

28/03/2025 15:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Drogheda United

25/04/2025 14:45

Galway United 2 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

21/04/2025 12:00

Drogheda United 0 - 0 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

18/04/2025 14:45

Drogheda United 2 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

11/04/2025 14:45

Derry City 1 - 3 Drogheda United IRE PR

04/04/2025 14:45

Drogheda United 2 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

28/03/2025 15:45

Cork City 1 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Sligo Rovers

Drogheda United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.06

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.17

Scored

Avg. per game

1.22

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.94

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 18 home matches

YesNo

13 (72%)5 (28%)

In last 18 home matches

NoYes

15 (83%)3 (17%)

Sligo Rovers

Recent matches

Drogheda United

Under /Over

(67%)12 6(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(61%)11 7(39%)

Under /Over

(22%)4 14(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(28%)5 13(72%)

Under /Over

(44%)8 10(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(22%)4 14(78%)

/Yes

(56%)10 8(44%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)9 9(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sligo Rovers

Drogheda United

Shots

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

10.89 avg / game

Blocked

24 total

Avg. 3.00

Drogheda United

Total shots

12.28 avg / game

Blocked

33 total

Avg. 3.67

Sligo Rovers Pass Drogheda United

Total passes

6949

Avg. 386 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

4645

Avg. 258 / game

Accurate

55%

Ball possession

39%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sligo Rovers

Played games

Drogheda United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.44

4.50

Corners

5.06

24.44

440

Throw-ins

440

24.44

1.78

Offsides

1.39

3.28

GK saves

3.17

Sligo Rovers

DISCIPLINARY

Drogheda United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.72

1.89

0.17

0.06

11.00

198

Fouls

188

10.44

11.39

205

Tackles

240

13.33

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United on 02 May 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 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.

Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United 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 Drogheda United'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 Sligo Rovers and Drogheda United sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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