Dundalk vs Shelbourne: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 September

Prediction

Dundalk

WWWLL

4th place in Ireland Premier Division

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18/09/2026 14:45

Shelbourne

DWDLD

5th place in Ireland Premier Division

Ireland Premier Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Dundalk vs Shelbourne on 18 September 2026 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Dundalk vs Shelbourne preview before placing your bet.

Dundalk will face Shelbourne in Ireland Premier Division on September 18, 2026 at 14:45.
Dundalk are currently 4th with 35 points after 24 matches.
Shelbourne sit 5th with 34 points from 24 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 18/09/2026

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

01 Shamrock Rovers	50	25	15	5	5	40	22	18
02 Bohemians	43	25	12	7	6	40	27	13
03 St. Patricks Athletic	42	24	12	6	6	39	20	19
04 Dundalk	35	24	9	8	7	38	36	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	27	23	7	6	10	32	39	-7
08 Drogheda United	25	24	6	7	11	29	41	-12
09 Waterford United	21	24	4	9	11	33	47	-14
10 Sligo Rovers	20	24	5	5	14	20	40	-20

Dundalk Last 6 matches

11/07/2026 01:45

Dundalk 1 - 2 Drogheda United

Ireland Premier Division

04/07/2026 02:00

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Dundalk

Ireland Premier Division

27/06/2026 01:45

Dundalk 2 - 3 Waterford United

Ireland Premier Division

20/06/2026 02:00

Bohemians 1 - 2 Dundalk

Ireland Premier Division

13/06/2026 01:45

Galway United 0 - 1 Dundalk

Ireland Premier Division

30/05/2026 01:45

Dundalk 2 - 1 Derry City

Ireland Premier Division

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Shelbourne

08/07/2026 00:00

Shelbourne 1 - 1 Celtic FC

International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 02:00

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Dundalk

Ireland Premier Division

28/06/2026 01:45

Sligo Rovers 2 - 2 Shelbourne

Ireland Premier Division

23/06/2026 01:45

Shelbourne 0 - 3 Bohemians

Ireland Premier Division

20/06/2026 01:45

Drogheda United 2 - 2 Shelbourne

Ireland Premier Division

13/06/2026 02:00

Shelbourne 2 - 1 Shamrock Rovers

Ireland Premier Division

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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

Played games

Dundalk

Shelbourne

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.96

Scored

Avg. per game

0.83

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.75

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 24 matches

YesNo

16 (67%)8 (33%)

In last 24 matches

NoYes

16 (67%)8 (33%)

Dundalk

Recent matches

Shelbourne

Under /Over

(88%)21 3(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)19 5(21%)

Under /Over

(38%)9 15(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)10 14(58%)

Under /Over

(54%)13 11(46%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)12 12(50%)

/Yes

(71%)17 7(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(75%)18 6(25%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Dundalk

Shelbourne

Shots

Dundalk

Total shots

16.35 avg / game

Blocked

115 total

Avg. 5.00

Shelbourne

Total shots

13.87 avg / game

Blocked

97 total

Avg. 4.62

Dundalk Pass Shelbourne

Total passes

8644

Avg. 376 / game

Accurate

68%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

10140

Avg. 441 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Dundalk

Played games

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.21

6.00

144

Corners

119

4.96

22.67

544

Throw-ins

447

18.63

1.29

Offsides

1.83

2.75

GK saves

2.38

Dundalk

DISCIPLINARY

Shelbourne

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.25

2.79

0.21

0.04

10.54

253

Fouls

258

10.75

10.67

256

Tackles

227

9.46

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

NEXT MATCHES

St. Patricks Athletic

How We Build the Dundalk vs Shelbourne Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Dundalk vs Shelbourne on 18 September 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.

Dundalk vs Shelbourne Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Dundalk'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 Dundalk 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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