Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 August

Betiball's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United on 22 August 2026 (kick-off: 18:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United preview before placing your bet.

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Ireland Premier Division

Sligo Rovers

DDLWL

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

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22/08/2026 18:45

Waterford United

LDWLD

10th place in Ireland Premier Division

Sligo Rovers will face Waterford United in Ireland Premier Division on August 22, 2026 at 18:45.

Sligo Rovers are currently 9th with 19 points after 20 matches.

Waterford United sit 10th with 14 points from 20 matches.

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STANDINGS UP TO 22/08/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	40	21	12	4	5	32	19	13
02 St. Patricks Athletic	35	20	10	5	5	33	17	16
03 Bohemians	34	21	9	7	5	32	25	7
04 Dundalk	32	20	8	8	4	32	28	4
05 Shelbourne	29	20	7	8	5	29	27	2
06 Derry City	25	21	5	10	6	26	24	2
07 Galway United	21	19	5	6	8	26	30	-4
08 Drogheda United	21	20	5	6	9	25	34	-9
09 Sligo Rovers	19	20	5	4	11	15	31	-16
10 Waterford United	14	20	2	8	10	25	40	-15

Sligo Rovers

Last 6 matches

13/06/2026 01:45

Waterford United 4 - 0 Sligo Rovers

Ireland Premier Division

30/05/2026 01:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 3 Bohemians

Ireland Premier Division

23/05/2026 02:00

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 2 Sligo Rovers

Ireland Premier Division

17/05/2026 01:45

Sligo Rovers 1 - 4 Galway United

Ireland Premier Division

09/05/2026 01:45

Shelbourne 0 - 0 Sligo Rovers

Ireland Premier Division

04/05/2026 23:00

Sligo Rovers 1 - 1 St. Patricks Athletic

Ireland Premier Division

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches

Waterford United

13/06/2026 01:45

Waterford United 4 - 0 Sligo Rovers

Ireland Premier Division

30/05/2026 01:45

Drogheda United 3 - 3 Waterford United

Ireland Premier Division

23/05/2026 01:45

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Waterford United

Ireland Premier Division

19/05/2026 01:45

Waterford United 2 - 1 Drogheda United

Ireland Premier Division

16/05/2026 01:45

Waterford United 2 - 2 Derry City

Ireland Premier Division

09/05/2026 02:00

St. Patricks Athletic 4 - 1 Waterford United

Ireland Premier Division

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Sligo Rovers

Waterford United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.75

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.55

Scored

Avg. per game

1.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 20 matches

YesNo

10 (50%)10 (50%)

In last 20 matches

NoYes

13 (65%)7 (35%)

Sligo Rovers

Recent matches

Waterford United

Under /Over

(65%)13 7(35%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)17 3(15%)

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

Under /Over

(40%)8 12(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

/Yes

(40%)8 12(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sligo Rovers

Waterford United

Shots

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

9.58 avg / game

Blocked

51 total

Avg. 2.68

Waterford United

Total shots

12.16 avg / game

Blocked

88 total

Avg. 4.63

Sligo Rovers

Pass

Waterford United

Total passes

6752

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

67%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

5248

Avg. 276 / game

Accurate

60%

Ball possession

40%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Sligo Rovers

1773

Avg. 88.65 / game

Waterford United

1630

Avg. 81.50 / game

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Sligo Rovers

757

Avg. 37.85 / game

Waterford United

788

Avg. 39.40 / game

OTHERS

Sligo Rovers

Played games

Waterford United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.10

3.45

Corners

4.65

22.00

440

Throw-ins

440

22.00

1.65

Offsides

1.70

3.55

GK saves

4.30

Sligo Rovers

DISCIPLINARY

Waterford United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.70

2.25

0.10

0.00

8.35

167

Fouls

234

11.70

9.95

199

Tackles

204

10.20

NEXT MATCHES

06/19

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United on 22 August 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 Waterford 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 Waterford 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 Waterford United sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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