Waterford United vs Sligo Rovers: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

Waterford United

W L W W D

9th place in Ireland Premier Division

0-0

20/02/2026 15:45

Sligo Rovers

L L D L L

10th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Waterford United vs Sligo Rovers on 20 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 Sligo Rovers preview before placing your bet.

Waterford United are currently 9th with 22 points after 25 matches.
Sligo Rovers sit 10th with 21 points from 25 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Waterford United to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Sligo Rovers, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Waterford United have 2 wins, while 0 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

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Weather

15:45

2026-02-20

Waterford United vs Sligo Rovers - Prediction & Odds

Waterford United

Sligo Rovers

2026-02-20 15:45

STANDINGS UP TO 20/02/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	50	25	15	5	5	40	22	18
02 St. Patricks Athletic	43	25	12	7	6	40	21	19
03 Bohemians	43	25	12	7	6	40	27	13
04 Dundalk	36	25	9	9	7	39	37	2
05 Shelbourne	34	24	8	10	6	35	35	0
06 Derry City	29	25	6	11	8	32	31	1
07 Galway United	28	24	7	7	10	32	39	-7
08 Drogheda United	26	25	6	8	11	31	43	-12
09 Waterford United	22	25	4	10	11	33	47	-14
10 Sligo Rovers	21	25	5	6	14	22	42	-20

Head To Head

22/08/2025 14:45

Waterford United

1 - 2

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

14/06/2025 14:45

Sligo Rovers

1 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

18/04/2025 14:45

Waterford United

0 - 4

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

15/02/2025 15:45

Sligo Rovers

2 - 3

Waterford United

IRE PR

31/08/2024 14:45

Sligo Rovers

2 - 0

Waterford United

IRE PR

07/06/2024 14:45

Waterford United

4 - 1

Sligo Rovers

IRE PR

Waterford United

33%

Draw

Sligo Rovers

67%

Waterford United Last 6 matches

17/02/2026 16:00

Waterford United 1 - 1 Rockmount IRD MSC

13/02/2026 16:00

Drogheda United 2 - 0 Waterford United IRE PR

06/02/2026 15:45

Waterford United 1 - 1 Shelbourne IRE PR

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

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Sligo Rovers

14/02/2026 15:45

Sligo Rovers 0 - 4 Bohemians IRE PR

06/02/2026 16:00

Derry City 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers IRE PR

31/01/2026 11:00

Sligo Rovers 1 - 0 Finn Harps INT CF

24/01/2026 10:00

Sligo Rovers 6 - 0 Galway United INT CF

23/01/2026 14:30

Sligo Rovers 3 - 1 UC Dublin INT CF

17/01/2026 10:00

Treaty United 2 - 1 Sligo Rovers INT CF

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

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

Sligo Rovers

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.76

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

0.40

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.04

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 25 matches

YesNo

12 (48%)13 (52%)

In last 25 matches

NoYes

8 (32%)17 (68%)

Waterford United

Recent matches

Sligo Rovers

Under /Over

(84%)21 4(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(72%)18 7(28%)

Under /Over

(36%)9 16(64%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)6 19(76%)

Under /Over

(44%)11 14(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)12 13(52%)

/Yes

(60%)15 10(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(48%)12 13(52%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Waterford United

Sligo Rovers

Shots

Waterford United

Total shots

12.50 avg / game

Blocked

112 total

Avg. 4.67

Sligo Rovers

Total shots

9.63 avg / game

Blocked

62 total

Avg. 2.58

Waterford United Pass Sligo Rovers

Total passes

6305

Avg. 263 / game

Accurate

59%

Ball possession

39%

Total passes

8579

Avg. 357 / game

Accurate

69%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Waterford United

Played games

Sligo Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.12

Clean sheets

0.20

4.76

119

Corners

3.44

23.32

583

Throw-ins

531

21.24

1.64

Offsides

1.80

4.12

103

GK saves

3.64

Waterford United

DISCIPLINARY

Sligo Rovers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.40

1.72

0.00

0.20

12.56

314

Fouls

222

8.88

10.12

253

Tackles

245

9.80

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

How We Build the Waterford United vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Waterford United vs Sligo Rovers on 20 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 Sligo 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 Sligo 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 Sligo 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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