Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 August

Sligo Rovers

W D D L D

6th place in Ireland Premier Division

2-0

31/08/2024 14:45

Waterford United

L L D L D

7th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United on 31 August 2024 (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 Waterford United preview before placing your bet.

Sligo Rovers are currently 6th with 49 points after 36 matches.
Waterford United sit 7th with 45 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Sligo Rovers to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history favors Waterford 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

2024-08-31

Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United - Prediction & Odds

Sligo Rovers

Waterford United

2024-08-31 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 31/08/2024

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

01 Shelbourne	63	36	17	12	7	40	27	13
02 Shamrock Rovers	61	36	17	10	9	50	35	15
03 St. Patricks Athletic	59	36	17	8	11	51	37	14
04 Derry City	55	36	14	13	9	48	31	17
05 Galway United	52	36	13	13	10	33	29	4
06 Sligo Rovers	49	36	13	10	13	40	51	-11
07 Waterford United	45	36	13	6	17	43	47	-4
08 Bohemians	42	36	10	12	14	39	43	-4
09 Drogheda United	34	36	7	13	16	41	58	-17
10 Dundalk	26	36	5	11	20	23	50	-27

Head To Head

07/06/2024 14:45

Waterford United

4 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

03/05/2024 15:00

Sligo Rovers

0 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

29/03/2024 15:45

Waterford United

0 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

02/10/2021 14:45

Sligo Rovers

1 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

18/07/2021 11:00

Waterford United

1 - 0

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

15/05/2021 13:00

Sligo Rovers

3 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

Sligo Rovers

33%

Draw

17%

Waterford United

50%

Sligo Rovers Last 6 matches

23/08/2024 14:45

Drogheda United 7 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

17/08/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers 0 - 2 UC Dublin IRFAIC

10/08/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 1 Shelbourne IRE PR

04/08/2024 13:00

St. Patricks Athletic 3 - 2 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

27/07/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Galway United IRE PR

21/07/2024 13:00

Sligo Rovers 3 - 0 Cobh Wanderers IRFAIC

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Waterford United

23/08/2024 14:45

Waterford United 0 - 1 Derry City IRE PR

16/08/2024 14:45

Waterford United 1 - 1 Athlone Town IRFAIC

09/08/2024 14:45

Bohemians 2 - 3 Waterford United IRE PR

02/08/2024 14:45

Waterford United 1 - 2 Shamrock Rovers IRE PR

26/07/2024 14:45

Drogheda United 2 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

19/07/2024 14:45

Waterford United 2 - 1 Cockhill Celtic IRFAIC

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

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

Sligo Rovers

Waterford United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.61

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.56

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

16 (44%)20 (56%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

14 (39%)22 (61%)

Sligo Rovers

Recent matches

Waterford United

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

Under /Over

(28%)10 26(72%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

Under /Over

(39%)14 22(61%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

/Yes

(39%)14 22(61%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)18 18(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Sligo Rovers

Waterford United

Shots

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

10.39 avg / game

Blocked

66 total

Avg. 2.75

Waterford United

Total shots

11.11 avg / game

Blocked

77 total

Avg. 3.67

Sligo Rovers Pass Waterford United

Total passes

12023

Avg. 354 / game

Accurate

72%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

12148

Avg. 357 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Sligo Rovers

Played games

Waterford United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.19

4.22

152

Corners

169

4.69

5.06

182

Throw-ins

203

5.64

1.78

Offsides

1.47

4.33

156

GK saves

119

3.31

Sligo Rovers

DISCIPLINARY

Waterford United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.61

2.39

0.14

0.06

13.47

485

Fouls

383

10.64

14.47

521

Tackles

520

14.44

NEXT MATCHES

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St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sligo Rovers vs Waterford United on 31 August 2024 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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