Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 May

Waterford United

L L W L D

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

1-3

16/05/2025 14:45

Shamrock Rovers

W L L L W

1st place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers on 16 May 2025 (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 Shamrock Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Waterford United will face Shamrock Rovers in Ireland Premier Division on May 16, 2025 at 14:45.
Waterford United are currently 9th with 39 points after 36 matches.
Shamrock Rovers sit 1st with 66 points from 36 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 1.53.

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

2025-05-16

Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Shamrock Rovers

2025-05-16 14:45

STANDINGS UP TO 16/05/2025

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

11/04/2025 15:00

Shamrock Rovers

2 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

01/11/2024 15:45

Shamrock Rovers

2 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

02/08/2024 14:45

Waterford United

1 - 2

Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

06/05/2024 11:59

Shamrock Rovers

1 - 3

Waterford United

IRE PR

01/04/2024 11:59

Waterford United

1 - 2

Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

05/11/2021 15:45

Waterford United

1 - 3

Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

Shamrock Rovers

33%

Draw

Waterford United

67%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

09/05/2025 14:45

Waterford United 1 - 0 Galway United

IRE PR

05/05/2025 12:00

Shelbourne 0 - 1 Waterford United

IRE PR

02/05/2025 14:45

Bohemians 1 - 2 Waterford United

IRE PR

25/04/2025 14:45

Waterford United 2 - 1 Derry City

IRE PR

21/04/2025 12:00

Cork City 2 - 1 Waterford United

IRE PR

18/04/2025 14:45

Waterford United 0 - 4 Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Shamrock Rovers

09/05/2025 14:45

Shamrock Rovers 3 - 0 Drogheda United

IRE PR

05/05/2025 14:00

Shamrock Rovers 2 - 0 Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

02/05/2025 14:45

Cork City 1 - 1 Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

25/04/2025 14:45

Shamrock Rovers 2 - 2 Shelbourne

IRE PR

21/04/2025 09:00

Shamrock Rovers 2 - 3 Bohemians

IRE PR

18/04/2025 14:45

St. Patricks Athletic 2 - 2 Shamrock Rovers

IRE PR

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Played games

Waterford United

Shamrock Rovers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.14

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.67

Scored

Avg. per game

1.56

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.92

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

25 (69%)11 (31%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

29 (81%)7 (19%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Shamrock Rovers

Under /Over

(81%)29 7(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)26 10(28%)

Under /Over

(44%)16 20(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(39%)14 22(61%)

Under /Over

(42%)15 21(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)16 20(56%)

/Yes

(58%)21 15(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)20 16(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Shamrock Rovers

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

11.42 avg / game

Blocked

74 total

Avg. 4.11

Shamrock Rovers

Total shots

14.44 avg / game

Blocked

52 total

Avg. 3.47

Waterford United Pass Shamrock Rovers

Total passes

12659

Avg. 352 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

18925

Avg. 526 / game

Accurate

99%

Ball possession

60%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Shamrock Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.14

Clean sheets

0.33

4.86

175

Corners

175

4.86

22.33

804

Throw-ins

719

19.97

1.83

Offsides

2.31

3.56

128

GK saves

2.14

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Shamrock Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.72

2.22

0.06

0.06

12.36

445

Fouls

374

10.39

10.69

385

Tackles

387

10.75

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Shamrock Rovers on 16 May 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 Shamrock Rovers 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 Shamrock Rovers'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 Shamrock Rovers 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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