Waterford United vs Athlone Town: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 August

Waterford United

W L L W L

No standing data

1-1

AET 3-4

16/08/2024 14:45

Athlone Town

L D D W W

No standing data

Ireland FAI Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Athlone Town on 16 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 Waterford United vs Athlone Town preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Waterford United to win with probability 68%.
Head-to-head history favors Waterford United, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Athlone Town have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:45

2024-08-16

Waterford United vs Athlone Town - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Athlone Town

2024-08-16 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 16/08/2024

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Waterford United and Athlone Town in the Ireland FAI Cup football standings for the 2024 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

28/10/2023 10:00

Waterford United

3 - 1

Athlone Town

IRE D1

24/10/2023 14:45

Athlone Town

1 - 1

Waterford United

IRE D1

01/09/2023 14:45

Waterford United

1 - 2

Athlone Town

IRE D1

28/07/2023 14:45

Athlone Town

1 - 1

Waterford United

IRE D1

21/04/2023 14:45

Waterford United

4 - 3

Athlone Town

IRE D1

10/03/2023 15:45

Athlone Town

0 - 1

Waterford United

IRE D1

Waterford United

50%

Draw

33%

Athlone Town

17%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

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

12/07/2024 14:45

Galway United 1 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

04/07/2024 14:45

Waterford United 1 - 0 St. Patricks Athletic IRE PR

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Athlone Town

12/08/2024 14:45

Athlone Town 2 - 3 Wexford (Youth) IRE D1

09/08/2024 14:45

Cork City 0 - 0 Athlone Town IRE D1

02/08/2024 14:45

Athlone Town 3 - 3 Kerry FC IRE D1

26/07/2024 14:45

Cobh Ramblers 1 - 2 Athlone Town IRE D1

19/07/2024 14:45

Athlone Town 1 - 0 Ringmahon Rangers IRFAIC

12/07/2024 14:45

Athlone Town 4 - 1 Longford Town IRE D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland FAI Cup

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

Played games

Waterford United

Athlone Town

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

1.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (50%)1 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (100%)0 (0%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Athlone Town

Under /Over

(100%)2 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 3(100%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

/Yes

(100%)2 0(0%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)2 1(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Athlone Town

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

16.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Athlone Town

Total shots

16.33 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Waterford United Pass Athlone Town

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Athlone Town

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.00

Clean sheets

0.33

8.50

Corners

7.00

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

1.67

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Athlone Town

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

4.67

0.50

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Waterford United vs Athlone Town Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Athlone Town on 16 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 FAI Cup 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.

Waterford United vs Athlone Town Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Waterford United's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Athlone Town'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 FAI Cup 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 FAI Cup standings and the Ireland FAI Cup form table to understand exactly where Waterford United and Athlone Town sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Ireland FAI Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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