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

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Drogheda United on 18 May 2026 (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 Drogheda United preview before placing your bet.

Waterford United vs Drogheda United: Starting Lineups Time : 18/05/2026 14:45

Waterford United
2 - 1
Finished
Drogheda United
90+6' event Tom Lonergan
90+5' event Tom Lonergan
78' event Dean McMenamy
75' event Jordan Faria / Luke Heeney
64' event Jorgen Voilas / Conan Noonan
63' event Kevin Long
56' event Hayden Cann
50' event Will Johnson
42' event Luke Heeney
35' event Tom Lonergan
event 67' Jago Godden / Brandon Kavanagh
event 54' Kieran Cruise / Conor Keeley
event 46' Leo Burney / Andrew Quinn
event 41' Shane Farrell
event 6' Mark Doyle
90+6' event Tom Lonergan
event 67' Jago Godden / Brandon Kavanagh
90+5' event Tom Lonergan
event 54' Kieran Cruise / Conor Keeley
78' event Dean McMenamy
event 46' Leo Burney / Andrew Quinn
75' event Jordan Faria / Luke Heeney
event 41' Shane Farrell
64' event Jorgen Voilas / Conan Noonan
event 6' Mark Doyle
63' event Kevin Long
56' event Hayden Cann
50' event Will Johnson
42' event Luke Heeney
35' event Tom Lonergan
Waterford United Waterford United
Substitutions
#20 Jorgen Voilas
#17 Jordan Faria
#21 Arlo Doherty
#14 Jesse Dempse
#22 Ronan Mansfield
#6 Cian Barrett
#19 Samuel Glenfield
#11 Trae Coyle
#7 Conor Carty
Waterford United Waterford United Drogheda United Drogheda United
12Shots11
3Shots on Goal6
18Fouls11
4Corner Kick4
10Free kick18
3Offside1
6Yellow card1
4Save1
9Successful Tackles4
9Interceptions3
27Long pass21
1Assist0
3Successful center4
3Shots off goal4
0Hit The Post1
6Blocked1
8Tackle3
6Dribbles8
27Throw-in48
231Passes260
97Attacks88
46Dangerous attacks31
1Corner Kicks(HT)4
2BigChances2
0BigChancesMissed2
7ShotsInsideBox7
5ShotsOutsideBox4
61DuelsWon62
1.71ExpectedGoals1.38
0.92xGNonPenalty1.38
1.97xGOT1.22
19Touches In Opposition Box15
15AccurateCrosses20
29GroundDuelsWon37
32AerialDuelsWon25
46Clearances40
Drogheda United Drogheda United
Substitutions
#5 Leo Burney
#31 Kieran Cruise
#6 Jago Godden
#1 Luke Dennison
#29 Jamie Brennan
#33 Sean McGrath
#32 Daniel Mare
#15 Dare Kareem
#30 Cian OConnor
Commentary
90+6' Tom Lonergan - Waterford United receive a yellow card
90+5' Penalty scored! Tom Lonergan - Waterford United
78' Dean McMenamy - Waterford United receive a yellow card
75' Waterford United — substitution: Jordan Faria / Luke Heeney
67' Drogheda United — substitution: Jago Godden / Brandon Kavanagh
64' Waterford United — substitution: Jorgen Voilas / Conan Noonan
63' Kevin Long - Waterford United receive a yellow card
56' Hayden Cann - Waterford United receive a yellow card
54' Drogheda United — substitution: Kieran Cruise / Conor Keeley
50' Will Johnson - Waterford United receive a yellow card
46' Drogheda United — substitution: Leo Burney / Andrew Quinn
42' Luke Heeney - Waterford United receive a yellow card
41' Shane Farrell - Drogheda United receive a yellow card
35' Goal! Tom Lonergan - Waterford United
6' Goal! Mark Doyle - Drogheda United

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 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.

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 standings and the form table to understand exactly where Waterford United and Drogheda United sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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