Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 March

Sligo Rovers

L D L L D

10th place in Ireland Premier Division

0-1

21/03/2026 15:45

Shelbourne

D W D L D

5th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne on 21 March 2026 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne preview before placing your bet.

Sligo Rovers are currently 10th with 22 points after 26 matches.
Shelbourne sit 5th with 34 points from 24 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shelbourne to win with probability 51%.
Head-to-head history favors Shelbourne, 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

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

15:45

2026-03-21

Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne - Prediction & Odds

Sligo Rovers

Shelbourne

2026-03-21 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 21/03/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	51	26	15	6	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	37	26	9	10	7	40	38	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	27	26	6	9	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	22	25	4	10	11	33	47	-14
10 Sligo Rovers	22	26	5	7	14	23	43	-20

Head To Head

17/10/2025 14:45

Shelbourne

3 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

02/08/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers

0 - 2

Shelbourne

IRE PR

23/05/2025 14:45

Shelbourne

3 - 2

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

28/03/2025 15:45

Sligo Rovers

1 - 2

Shelbourne

IRE PR

27/09/2024 14:45

Shelbourne

0 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

10/08/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers

2 - 1

Shelbourne

IRE PR

Sligo Rovers

17%

Draw

17%

Shelbourne

67%

Sligo Rovers Last 6 matches

13/03/2026 16:00

Sligo Rovers 0 - 2 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

07/03/2026 15:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

27/02/2026 15:45

Galway United 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

20/02/2026 15:45

Waterford United 0 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

14/02/2026 15:45

Sligo Rovers 0 - 4 Bohemians IRE PR

06/02/2026 16:00

Derry City 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Shelbourne

13/03/2026 15:45

Derry City 1 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

09/03/2026 15:45

Shelbourne 2 - 2 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

06/03/2026 16:00

Shelbourne 2 - 3 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

27/02/2026 15:45

Drogheda United 1 - 2 Shelbourne IRE PR

20/02/2026 15:45

Shelbourne 1 - 1 Galway United IRE PR

06/02/2026 15:45

Waterford United 1 - 1 Shelbourne IRE PR

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

163

Avg. per game

0.63

Conceded

199

Avg. per game

0.77

Scored

218

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

160

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 260 matches

YesNo

127 (49%)133 (51%)

In last 260 matches

NoYes

153 (56%)122 (44%)

Sligo Rovers

Recent matches

Shelbourne

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(69%)31 14(31%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sligo Rovers

Shelbourne

Shots

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

216 total

Avg. 2.70

Shelbourne

Total shots

11.18 avg / game

Blocked

291 total

Avg. 3.78

Sligo Rovers Pass Shelbourne

Total passes

41575

Avg. 365 / game

Accurate

71%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

55736

Avg. 449 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sligo Rovers

260

Played games

Shelbourne

275

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.28

Clean sheets

0.32

4.28

1112

Corners

1137

4.13

6.03

1569

Throw-ins

1489

5.41

0.93

241

Offsides

300

1.09

2.72

706

GK saves

464

1.69

Sligo Rovers

DISCIPLINARY

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.08

540

573

2.08

0.10

0.08

6.90

1793

Fouls

1857

6.75

5.53

1438

Tackles

1396

5.08

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne on 21 March 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.

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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