Waterford United vs Bray Wanderers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 March

Waterford United

L W D L D

2nd place in Ireland First Division

2 - 2

18/03/2023 11:00

Bray Wanderers

D L W W D

7th place in Ireland First Division

Ireland First Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Bray Wanderers on 18 March 2023 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Waterford United vs Bray Wanderers preview before placing your bet.

Waterford United are currently 2nd with 69 points after 36 matches.
Bray Wanderers sit 7th with 44 points from 36 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Waterford United, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Bray Wanderers have no wins, while 0 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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2023

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

01 Galway United	94	36	30	4	2	98	18	80
02 Waterford United	69	36	20	9	7	84	32	52
03 Cobh Ramblers	59	36	16	11	9	61	51	10
04 Wexford (Youth)	53	36	15	8	13	48	49	-1
05 Athlone Town	47	36	14	5	17	55	61	-6
06 Treaty United	44	36	12	8	16	49	61	-12
07 Bray Wanderers	44	36	10	14	12	48	62	-14
08 Longford Town	40	36	10	10	16	39	51	-12
09 Finn Harps	37	36	9	10	17	39	74	-35
10 Kerry FC	10	36	1	7	28	29	91	-62

Head To Head

25/09/2022 10:00

Bray Wanderers

0 - 3

Waterford United

IRE D1

24/06/2022 14:45

Waterford United

1 - 0

Bray Wanderers

IRE D1

06/05/2022 14:45

Bray Wanderers

1 - 4

Waterford United

IRE D1

25/02/2022 15:45

Waterford United

1 - 0

Bray Wanderers

IRE D1

01/02/2020 10:00

Waterford United

1 - 0

Bray Wanderers

INT CF

27/05/2019 14:45

Bray Wanderers

0 - 1

Waterford United

IRE LC

Waterford United

100%

Draw

Bray Wanderers

Waterford United Last 6 matches

10/03/2023 15:45

Athlone Town 0 - 1 Waterford United IRE D1

03/03/2023 15:45

Waterford United 0 - 1 Galway United IRE D1

24/02/2023 15:45

Waterford United 1 - 1 Longford Town IRE D1

17/02/2023 16:00

Wexford (Youth) 0 - 3 Waterford United IRE D1

11/02/2023 10:00

Waterford United 0 - 2 St. Patricks Athletic INT CF

31/01/2023 15:30

Waterford United 1 - 1 Cobh Ramblers INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Bray Wanderers

10/03/2023 15:45

Bray Wanderers 0 - 0 Longford Town IRE D1

03/03/2023 16:00

Finn Harps 1 - 1 Bray Wanderers IRE D1

24/02/2023 15:45

Bray Wanderers 3 - 1 Kerry FC IRE D1

17/02/2023 15:45

Treaty United 0 - 1 Bray Wanderers IRE D1

04/02/2023 07:00

Shelbourne 1 - 0 Bray Wanderers INT CF

03/02/2023 15:00

Bray Wanderers 1 - 1 Derry City INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland First Division

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

Played games

Waterford United

Bray Wanderers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.18

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

Avg. per game

0.75

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.97

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 40 matches

YesNo

25 (63%)15 (38%)

In last 40 matches

NoYes

21 (58%)15 (42%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Bray Wanderers

Under /Over

(78%)31 9(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)30 6(17%)

Under /Over

(43%)17 23(57%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)13 23(64%)

Under /Over

(60%)24 16(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)21 15(42%)

/Yes

(53%)21 19(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)24 12(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Bray Wanderers

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

13.03 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Bray Wanderers

Total shots

9.25 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Waterford United Pass Bray Wanderers

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

59%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Bray Wanderers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.19

7.10

284

Corners

193

5.36

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

0.03

GK saves

0.00

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Bray Wanderers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.43

102

2.83

0.08

0.22

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Waterford United vs Bray Wanderers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Bray Wanderers on 18 March 2023 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 First 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.

Waterford United vs Bray Wanderers 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 Bray Wanderers'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 First 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 First Division standings and the Ireland First Division form table to understand exactly where Waterford United and Bray Wanderers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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