Waterford United vs Shelbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 February

Waterford United

L L D L D

7th place in Ireland Premier Division

1-1

16/02/2024 15:45

Shelbourne

D L L W W

1st place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Shelbourne on 16 February 2024 (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 7th with 45 points after 36 matches.
Shelbourne sit 1st with 63 points from 36 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Shelbourne to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Waterford United and Shelbourne have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 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

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

15:45

2024-02-16

Waterford United vs Shelbourne - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Shelbourne

2024-02-16 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 16/02/2024

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

01 Shelbourne	63	36	17	12	7	40	27	13
02 Shamrock Rovers	61	36	17	10	9	50	35	15
03 St. Patricks Athletic	59	36	17	8	11	51	37	14
04 Derry City	55	36	14	13	9	48	31	17
05 Galway United	52	36	13	13	10	33	29	4
06 Sligo Rovers	49	36	13	10	13	40	51	-11
07 Waterford United	45	36	13	6	17	43	47	-4
08 Bohemians	42	36	10	12	14	39	43	-4
09 Drogheda United	34	36	7	13	16	41	58	-17
10 Dundalk	26	36	5	11	20	23	50	-27

Head To Head

16/10/2022 11:45

Waterford United

0 - 1

Shelbourne

IRFAIC

10/10/2020 11:59

Waterford United

0 - 1

Shelbourne

IRE PR

01/08/2020 09:00

Shelbourne

0 - 1

Waterford United

IRE PR

08/02/2019 15:30

Shelbourne

0 - 3

Waterford United

INT CF

09/02/2018 15:30

Waterford United

2 - 2

Shelbourne

INT CF

01/09/2017 14:45

Waterford United

1 - 1

Shelbourne

IRE D1

Waterford United

33%

Draw

33%

Shelbourne

33%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

09/02/2024 15:45

Waterford United 3 - 2 Treaty United INT CF

12/01/2024 15:45

Waterford United 0 - 0 Douglas Hall IRD MSC

10/11/2023 15:45

Waterford United 1 - 1 Cork City IRE D1

04/11/2023 13:00

Waterford United 1 - 1 Cobh Ramblers IRE D1

28/10/2023 10:00

Waterford United 3 - 1 Athlone Town IRE D1

24/10/2023 14:45

Athlone Town 1 - 1 Waterford United IRE D1

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

Last 6 matches Shelbourne

10/02/2024 10:00

Wexford (Youth) 4 - 4 Shelbourne INT CF

05/02/2024 11:00

Bray Wanderers 2 - 0 Shelbourne Leinster S C

03/02/2024 14:00

Shelbourne 2 - 0 Cork City INT CF

30/01/2024 15:45

Shelbourne 4 - 1 Evergreen FC INT CF

27/01/2024 14:00

Athlone Town 1 - 3 Shelbourne INT CF

20/01/2024 07:00

Bohemians 1 - 2 Shelbourne INT CF

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

0.56

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored

Avg. per game

0.42

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.36

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

14 (39%)22 (61%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

13 (36%)23 (64%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Shelbourne

Under /Over

(69%)25 11(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(58%)21 15(42%)

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(17%)6 30(83%)

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

/Yes

(50%)18 18(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)17 19(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Shelbourne

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

11.11 avg / game

Blocked

77 total

Avg. 3.67

Shelbourne

Total shots

11.14 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 2.95

Waterford United Pass Shelbourne

Total passes

12148

Avg. 357 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

15335

Avg. 451 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

54%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.19

Clean sheets

0.44

4.69

169

Corners

157

4.36

5.64

203

Throw-ins

232

6.44

1.47

Offsides

1.75

3.31

119

GK saves

2.56

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.39

109

3.03

0.06

0.14

10.64

383

Fouls

408

11.33

14.44

520

Tackles

438

12.17

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 16 February 2024 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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