Kerry FC vs Cork City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 October

Prediction

Kerry FC

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8th place in Ireland First Division

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16/10/2026 14:45

Cork City

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1st place in Ireland First Division

Ireland First Division

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Kerry FC vs Cork City on 16 October 2026 (kick-off: 14:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Kerry FC vs Cork City preview before placing your bet.

Kerry FC will face Cork City in Ireland First Division on October 16, 2026 at 14:45.
Kerry FC are currently 8th with 26 points after 23 matches.
Cork City sit 1st with 54 points from 23 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 16/10/2026

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

01 Cork City	54	23	17	3	3	46	15	31
02 Bray Wanderers	37	23	10	7	6	46	30	16
03 UC Dublin	36	23	11	3	9	36	27	9
04 Longford Town	31	23	8	7	8	27	30	-3
05 Cobh Ramblers	31	23	9	4	10	25	32	-7
06 Wexford (Youth)	28	23	7	7	9	27	32	-5
07 Athlone Town	27	23	7	6	10	21	27	-6
08 Kerry FC	26	23	6	8	9	24	29	-5
09 Treaty United	23	23	5	8	10	22	34	-12
10 Finn Harps	22	23	5	7	11	20	38	-18

Kerry FC Last 6 matches

11/07/2026 01:45

Wexford (Youth) 2 - 2 Kerry FC

Ireland First Division

04/07/2026 01:45

Treaty United 2 - 1 Kerry FC

Ireland First Division

27/06/2026 01:45

Kerry FC 2 - 1 Longford Town

Ireland First Division

20/06/2026 01:45

UC Dublin 0 - 1 Kerry FC

Ireland First Division

13/06/2026 01:45

Kerry FC 1 - 0 Athlone Town

Ireland First Division

30/05/2026 01:45

Cobh Ramblers 2 - 0 Kerry FC

Ireland First Division

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Cork City

11/07/2026 01:45

Cork City 3 - 4 Longford Town

Ireland First Division

04/07/2026 01:45

Cobh Ramblers 0 - 1 Cork City

Ireland First Division

27/06/2026 01:45

Cork City 2 - 0 Bray Wanderers

Ireland First Division

20/06/2026 01:45

Cork City 4 - 0 Treaty United

Ireland First Division

13/06/2026 01:45

Wexford (Youth) 0 - 2 Cork City

Ireland First Division

30/05/2026 01:45

Cork City 4 - 0 Finn Harps

Ireland First Division

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Ireland First Division

Played games

Kerry FC

Cork City

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.04

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.26

Scored

Avg. per game

2.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 23 matches

YesNo

18 (78%)5 (22%)

In last 23 matches

NoYes

20 (87%)3 (13%)

Kerry FC

Recent matches

Cork City

Under /Over

(65%)15 8(35%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(65%)15 8(35%)

Under /Over

(17%)4 19(83%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(22%)5 18(78%)

Under /Over

(52%)12 11(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)11 12(52%)

/Yes

(61%)14 9(39%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(39%)9 14(61%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Kerry FC

Cork City

Shots

Kerry FC

Total shots

7.73 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Cork City

Total shots

14.55 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Kerry FC Pass Cork City

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Kerry FC

Played games

Cork City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.22

Clean sheets

0.52

3.35

Corners

148

6.43

3.57

Throw-ins

0.00

0.17

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Kerry FC

DISCIPLINARY

Cork City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.17

2.00

0.17

0.00

2.65

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Kerry FC vs Cork City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Kerry FC vs Cork City on 16 October 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 First 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.

Kerry FC vs Cork City Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Kerry FC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cork City'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 First 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 First Division standings and the Ireland First Division form table to understand exactly where Kerry FC and Cork City 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 First Division predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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