Waterford United vs Drogheda United: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Waterford United

W L W W D

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

2-1

18/05/2026 18:45

Drogheda United

L D L L W

8th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

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

Waterford United are currently 9th with 22 points after 25 matches.
Drogheda United sit 8th with 26 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Drogheda United to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Drogheda United, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Waterford United have one win, while 3 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

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Weather

18:45

2026-05-18

Waterford United vs Drogheda United - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Drogheda United

2026-05-18 18:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	50	25	15	5	5	40	22	18
02 St. Patricks Athletic	43	25	12	7	6	40	21	19
03 Bohemians	43	25	12	7	6	40	27	13
04 Dundalk	36	25	9	9	7	39	37	2
05 Shelbourne	34	24	8	10	6	35	35	0
06 Derry City	29	25	6	11	8	32	31	1
07 Galway United	28	24	7	7	10	32	39	-7
08 Drogheda United	26	25	6	8	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	22	25	4	10	11	33	47	-14
10 Sligo Rovers	21	25	5	6	14	22	42	-20

Head To Head

13/02/2026 20:00

Drogheda United

2 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

05/10/2025 15:00

Waterford United

2 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

08/08/2025 18:45

Drogheda United

0 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

30/05/2025 18:45

Waterford United

2 - 2

Drogheda United

IRE PR

04/04/2025 18:45

Drogheda United

2 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

11/10/2024 18:45

Waterford United

0 - 0

Drogheda United

IRE PR

Waterford United

17%

Draw

50%

Drogheda United

33%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

15/05/2026 18:45

Waterford United 2 - 2 Derry City IRE PR

08/05/2026 19:00

St. Patricks Athletic 4 - 1 Waterford United IRE PR

04/05/2026 16:00

Waterford United 3 - 3 Dundalk IRE PR

01/05/2026 19:00

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

24/04/2026 18:45

Waterford United 1 - 1 Galway United IRE PR

18/04/2026 18:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

Win

Draw

50%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Drogheda United

15/05/2026 18:45

Bohemians 2 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

08/05/2026 18:45

Drogheda United 1 - 0 Derry City IRE PR

04/05/2026 16:00

Shamrock Rovers 4 - 1 Drogheda United IRE PR

01/05/2026 18:45

Drogheda United 1 - 0 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

24/04/2026 18:45

Shelbourne 3 - 4 Drogheda United IRE PR

20/04/2026 18:45

Bray Wanderers 1 - 1 Drogheda United Leinster S C

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Waterford United

Drogheda United

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.32

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.88

Scored

Avg. per game

1.24

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.72

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 25 matches

YesNo

16 (64%)9 (36%)

In last 25 matches

NoYes

20 (80%)5 (20%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Drogheda United

Under /Over

(84%)21 4(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)20 5(20%)

Under /Over

(36%)9 16(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)9 16(64%)

Under /Over

(44%)11 14(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)11 14(56%)

/Yes

(60%)15 10(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)16 9(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Drogheda United

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

12.50 avg / game

Blocked

112 total

Avg. 4.67

Drogheda United

Total shots

11.00 avg / game

Blocked

80 total

Avg. 3.33

Waterford United Pass Drogheda United

Total passes

6305

Avg. 263 / game

Accurate

59%

Ball possession

39%

Total passes

6889

Avg. 287 / game

Accurate

61%

Ball possession

41%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Drogheda United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.12

Clean sheets

0.24

4.76

119

Corners

104

4.16

23.32

583

Throw-ins

548

21.92

1.64

Offsides

1.48

4.12

103

GK saves

2.96

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Drogheda United

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.40

2.00

0.00

0.00

12.56

314

Fouls

232

9.28

10.12

253

Tackles

200

8.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Waterford United vs Drogheda United Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Drogheda United on 18 May 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.

Waterford United vs Drogheda United 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 Drogheda 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 Waterford United and Drogheda United 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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