Waterford United vs Cork City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 March

Waterford United

L L W L D

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

2-1

03/03/2025 15:45

Cork City

L L L L D

10th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Cork City on 03 March 2025 (kick-off: 15:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Waterford United vs Cork City preview before placing your bet.

Waterford United will face Cork City in Ireland Premier Division on March 3, 2025 at 15:45.
Waterford United are currently 9th with 39 points after 36 matches.
Cork City sit 10th with 24 points from 36 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.25.

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

15:45

2025-03-03

Waterford United vs Cork City - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Cork City

2025-03-03 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 03/03/2025

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	66	36	19	9	8	56	33	23
02 Derry City	63	36	18	9	9	52	39	13
03 Shelbourne	59	36	15	14	7	48	37	11
04 Bohemians	54	36	16	6	14	48	39	9
05 St. Patricks Athletic	52	36	13	13	10	42	32	10
06 Drogheda United	51	36	12	15	9	38	38	0
07 Sligo Rovers	41	36	11	8	17	42	54	-12
08 Galway United	39	36	9	12	15	37	44	-7
09 Waterford United	39	36	11	6	19	41	60	-19
10 Cork City	24	36	4	12	20	33	61	-28

Head To Head

25/01/2025 09:00

Cork City

3 - 1

Waterford United

INT CF

10/11/2023 15:45

Waterford United

1 - 1

Cork City

IRE D1

21/08/2023 14:45

Cork City

3 - 0

Waterford United

IRFAIC

21/03/2023 15:45

Waterford United

1 - 2

Cork City

INT CF

09/09/2022 14:45

Waterford United

1 - 2

Cork City

IRE D1

15/08/2022 14:45

Cork City

0 - 0

Waterford United

IRE D1

Cork City

33%

Draw

33%

Waterford United

33%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

28/02/2025 15:45

Derry City 1 - 2 Waterford United

IRE PR

21/02/2025 15:45

Waterford United 0 - 1 Shelbourne

IRE PR

15/02/2025 15:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 3 Waterford United

IRE PR

08/02/2025 08:00

Wexford (Youth) 2 - 1 Waterford United

INT CF

07/02/2025 15:00

Waterford United 4 - 2 Treaty United

IRD MSC

01/02/2025 10:00

Waterford United 1 - 2 Bohemians

INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Cork City

28/02/2025 15:45

Cork City 2 - 1 Bohemians

IRE PR

14/02/2025 15:45

Cork City 2 - 2 Galway United

IRE PR

07/02/2025 15:45

Cobh Ramblers 2 - 1 Cork City

IRD MSC

05/02/2025 15:30

Kerry FC 1 - 2 Cork City

INT CF

01/02/2025 10:00

Cork City 6 - 3 Sligo Rovers

INT CF

25/01/2025 09:00

Cork City 3 - 1 Waterford United

INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Waterford United

Cork City

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.14

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.67

Scored

Avg. per game

0.92

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.69

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

25 (69%)11 (31%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

26 (72%)10 (28%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Cork City

Under /Over

(81%)29 7(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)30 6(17%)

Under /Over

(44%)16 20(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)11 25(69%)

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)19 17(47%)

/Yes

(58%)21 15(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(67%)24 12(33%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Cork City

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

11.42 avg / game

Blocked

74 total

Avg. 4.11

Cork City

Total shots

11.19 avg / game

Blocked

44 total

Avg. 3.14

Waterford United Pass Cork City

Total passes

12659

Avg. 352 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

12214

Avg. 339 / game

Accurate

110%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Cork City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.14

Clean sheets

0.11

4.86

175

Corners

181

5.03

22.33

804

Throw-ins

865

24.03

1.83

Offsides

1.58

3.56

128

GK saves

127

3.53

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Cork City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.72

2.58

0.06

0.08

12.36

445

Fouls

403

11.19

10.69

385

Tackles

440

12.22

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Waterford United vs Cork City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Cork City on 03 March 2025 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.

Waterford United vs Cork City 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 Cork City'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 Waterford United and Cork City 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 Premier Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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