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Drogheda United vs Waterford FC

Expert Overview: Drogheda United vs Waterford FC

The upcoming match between Drogheda United and Waterford FC is poised to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams have demonstrated resilience and tactical acumen in recent fixtures, setting the stage for a competitive match. Drogheda United, playing at home, will leverage their familiarity with the pitch and supportive crowd to enhance their performance. Conversely, Waterford FC will aim to exploit any defensive lapses and capitalize on counter-attacks. The match predictions suggest a high-scoring affair, with an average of 3.10 goals expected. The betting odds reflect a balanced view, indicating potential for both teams to score and a likelihood of goals being spread across both halves.

Drogheda United

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Waterford FC

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Date: 2025-08-08
Time: 18:45
(FT)
Venue: Weaver Stadium
Score: 0-0

Predictions:

MarketPredictionOddResult
Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half76.70%(0-0) 0-0 1H 1.17
Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half75.20%(0-0) 0-0 2H 1.30
Over 0.5 Goals HT74.70%(0-0) 0-0 1H 1.38
Home Team To Score In 1st Half74.50%(0-0)
Over 1.5 Goals67.30%(0-0) 1.30
Over 4.5 Cards68.50%(0-0)
Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half58.70%(0-0)
Under 5.5 Cards58.20%(0-0)
First Goal 30+ Minutes54.10%(0-0)
Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half53.80%(0-0)
Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half54.50%(0-0)
Both Teams To Score50.00%(0-0) 1.80
Last Goal 73+ Minutes54.50%(0-0) 1.83
Home Team To Win52.90%(0-0) 1.95
Under 2.5 Goals49.20%(0-0) 1.85
Avg. Total Goals3.30%(0-0)
Yellow Cards2.37%(0-0)
Avg. Goals Scored1.66%(0-0)
Avg. Conceded Goals1.34%(0-0)

Betting Predictions Analysis

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 76.60 – There’s a strong likelihood that neither team will score early, possibly due to cautious tactics or defensive setups.
  • Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 74.40 – The odds suggest that while goals may occur in the first half, maintaining a clean sheet in the second half could be challenging.
  • Over 0.5 Goals HT: 73.50 – Goals are expected before halftime, indicating an open game with opportunities for both sides.
  • Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 77.10 – Drogheda United is likely to break the deadlock early, capitalizing on their home advantage.
  • Over 1.5 Goals: 65.00 – A total of more than one and a half goals seems probable, hinting at an attacking match.
  • Over 4.5 Cards: 70.90 – With an average of 2.77 yellow cards expected, the match could see several cautions, reflecting intense competition.
  • Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 60.60 – Drogheda might struggle to maintain their scoring momentum into the second half.
  • Under 5.5 Cards: 56.30 – While cards are expected, the number might not exceed five and a half.
  • First Goal 30+ Minutes: 55.00 – The opening goal is anticipated after the first half-hour, suggesting a build-up period before scoring begins.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 53.90 – Waterford may find it difficult to score after halftime, possibly due to defensive adjustments by Drogheda.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 52.20 – Waterford could face challenges in finding the net early on.
  • Both Teams To Score: 51.50 – An evenly matched contest is expected, with both sides likely to find the back of the net.
  • Last Goal 73+ Minutes: 51.50 – The final goal might come late in the match, indicating sustained pressure from both teams.
  • Home Team To Win: 51.70 – Drogheda has a slight edge in winning the match at home.
  • Under 2.5 Goals: 50.10 – Despite high scoring potential, keeping total goals under two and a half is still considered possible.

Predictions Summary

The match is anticipated to be dynamic with multiple scoring opportunities for both teams. Drogheda United’s home advantage could be pivotal in securing an early lead, while Waterford FC will need to remain vigilant and exploit any openings in the second half. The presence of yellow cards suggests a fiercely contested game, with players likely pushing their limits to gain an upper hand.