Waterford United vs Shelbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 06 February

Waterford United

L W W D D

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

1-1

06/02/2026 15:45

Shelbourne

W D L D W

5th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Shelbourne on 06 February 2026 (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 Shelbourne preview before placing your bet.

Waterford United are currently 9th with 25 points after 26 matches.
Shelbourne sit 5th with 34 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shelbourne to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Shelbourne, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Waterford United have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

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

2026-02-06

Waterford United vs Shelbourne - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Shelbourne

2026-02-06 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 06/02/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	51	26	15	6	5	40	22	18
02 St. Patricks Athletic	44	26	12	8	6	41	22	19
03 Bohemians	44	26	12	8	6	41	28	13
04 Dundalk	37	26	9	10	7	40	38	2
05 Shelbourne	34	25	8	10	7	35	36	-1
06 Derry City	30	26	6	12	8	33	32	1
07 Galway United	29	25	7	8	10	33	40	-7
08 Drogheda United	27	26	6	9	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	25	26	5	10	11	34	47	-13
10 Sligo Rovers	22	26	5	7	14	23	43	-20

Head To Head

26/09/2025 14:45

Shelbourne

2 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

23/06/2025 14:45

Waterford United

2 - 2

Shelbourne

IRE PR

05/05/2025 12:00

Shelbourne

0 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

21/02/2025 15:45

Waterford United

0 - 1

Shelbourne

IRE PR

18/01/2025 11:00

Shelbourne

4 - 1

Waterford United

INT CF

18/10/2024 14:45

Shelbourne

3 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

Waterford United

17%

Draw

17%

Shelbourne

67%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

30/01/2026 09:00

Waterford United 1 - 4 Bohemians INT CF

23/01/2026 11:00

Wexford (Youth) 0 - 1 Waterford United INT CF

20/01/2026 10:30

Waterford United 3 - 2 Kerry FC INT CF

14/01/2026 07:00

Waterford United 0 - 1 Cork City INT CF

10/01/2026 09:30

Cobh Ramblers 1 - 3 Waterford United INT CF

06/01/2026 15:45

Bray Wanderers 1 - 2 Waterford United INT CF

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Shelbourne

31/01/2026 09:00

Shelbourne 4 - 1 Longford Town INT CF

30/01/2026 12:00

Shelbourne 3 - 0 Bray Wanderers INT CF

27/01/2026 15:45

Shelbourne 4 - 1 Athlone Town Leinster S C

24/01/2026 07:00

Bohemians 2 - 2 Shelbourne INT CF

20/01/2026 07:00

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Dundalk INT CF

13/01/2026 15:45

Dundalk 3 - 1 Shelbourne Leinster S C

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland Premier Divisi...

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Waterford United

Shelbourne

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.54

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.85

Scored

Avg. per game

0.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 26 matches

YesNo

12 (46%)14 (54%)

In last 26 matches

NoYes

11 (44%)14 (56%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Shelbourne

Under /Over

(81%)21 5(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)19 6(24%)

Under /Over

(35%)9 17(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)10 15(60%)

Under /Over

(42%)11 15(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)12 13(52%)

/Yes

(58%)15 11(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(72%)18 7(28%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Shelbourne

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

12.56 avg / game

Blocked

114 total

Avg. 4.56

Shelbourne

Total shots

13.92 avg / game

Blocked

105 total

Avg. 4.77

Waterford United Pass Shelbourne

Total passes

6539

Avg. 262 / game

Accurate

59%

Ball possession

39%

Total passes

10586

Avg. 441 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.15

Clean sheets

0.20

4.88

127

Corners

125

5.00

23.42

609

Throw-ins

473

18.92

1.69

Offsides

1.84

4.00

104

GK saves

2.44

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.35

2.76

0.00

0.04

12.58

327

Fouls

267

10.68

10.15

264

Tackles

234

9.36

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Waterford United vs Shelbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Shelbourne on 06 February 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 Shelbourne 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 Shelbourne'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 Shelbourne 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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