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

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 vs Shamrock Rovers: Starting Lineups Time : 16/05/2025 14:45

Waterford United
1 - 3
Finished
Shamrock Rovers
90+3' event Maarten Pouwels / James Olayinka
78' event Rowan McDonald
60' event Navajo Bakboord / Kacper Radkowski
60' event Rowan McDonald / Dean McMenamy
15' event Dean McMenamy
10' event Padraig Amond
event 90+3' Graham Burke
event 88' Cian Barrett / Aaron Greene
event 76' Michael Noonan
event 75' Graham Burke / Jack Byrne
event 69' Matthew Healy / Gary O'Neil
event 69' Michael Noonan / Rory Gaffney
event 69' John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan / Darragh Nugent
event 30' Cory O Sullivan
event 25' Rory Gaffney
90+3' event Maarten Pouwels / James Olayinka
event 90+3' Graham Burke
78' event Rowan McDonald
event 88' Cian Barrett / Aaron Greene
60' event Navajo Bakboord / Kacper Radkowski
event 76' Michael Noonan
60' event Rowan McDonald / Dean McMenamy
event 75' Graham Burke / Jack Byrne
15' event Dean McMenamy
event 69' Matthew Healy / Gary O'Neil
10' event Padraig Amond
event 69' Michael Noonan / Rory Gaffney
event 69' John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan / Darragh Nugent
event 30' Cory O Sullivan
event 25' Rory Gaffney
Waterford United Waterford United
Substitutions
#2 Navajo Bakboord
#25 Jason Healy
#47 Sean Keane
#55 Bobby Keohan
#6 Rowan McDonald
#29 Zak OSullivan
#11 Maarten Pouwels
#26 Adam Queally
#31 Bradley Wade
Waterford United Waterford United Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
9Shots12
1Shots on Goal5
10Fouls9
3Corner Kick2
9Free kick10
4Offside1
2Yellow card1
2Save0
14Successful Tackles13
9Interceptions11
29Long pass26
8Shots off goal7
0Hit The Post2
8Blocked1
14Tackle13
5Dribbles3
25Throw-in25
504Passes393
125Attacks81
60Dangerous attacks32
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
Substitutions
#22 Cian Barrett
#10 Graham Burke
#18 Trevor Clarke
#21 Daniel Grant
#17 Matthew Healy
#31 Michael Noonan
#26 John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan
#36 Victor Ozhianvuna
#97 Leon Pohls
Commentary
90+3' Waterford United — substitution: Maarten Pouwels / James Olayinka
90+3' Goal! Graham Burke - Shamrock Rovers
88' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Cian Barrett / Aaron Greene
78' Rowan McDonald - Waterford United receive a yellow card
76' Goal! Michael Noonan - Shamrock Rovers
75' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Graham Burke / Jack Byrne
69' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Matthew Healy / Gary O'Neil
69' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: Michael Noonan / Rory Gaffney
69' Shamrock Rovers — substitution: John O'Reilly-O'Sullivan / Darragh Nugent
60' Waterford United — substitution: Navajo Bakboord / Kacper Radkowski
60' Waterford United — substitution: Rowan McDonald / Dean McMenamy
30' Cory O Sullivan - Shamrock Rovers receive a yellow card
25' Goal! Rory Gaffney - Shamrock Rovers
15' Dean McMenamy - Waterford United receive a yellow card
10' Goal! Padraig Amond - Waterford United

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 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.

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 Shamrock Rovers sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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