Newry City AFC and Dundela are set to battle it out under the Friday night lights at The Showgrounds on March 14, 2025, at 19:45 UTC. With both teams eyeing crucial points, this Championship showdown promises plenty of action—and, if the stats are anything to go by, plenty of goals too!
Newry City AFC and Dundela are set to battle it out under the Friday night lights at The Showgrounds on March 14, 2025, at 19:45 UTC. With both teams eyeing crucial points, this Championship showdown promises plenty of action—and, if the stats are anything to go by, plenty of goals too!

Let’s talk odds. The bookmakers have Dundela as the favorites at 1.92, while a home win for Newry City AFC sits at 3.15. A draw? That’s priced at 3.75, and interestingly, our AI sees this as the most likely outcome—though with a rather cautious 2.0 trust level.

Now, if you’re looking for a safe bet, our AI suggests backing Newry City AFC to score (HS) at 1.28 odds. While the trust level is just 5.2/10, it’s worth noting that Newry has found the net in some surprising moments—just ask Bangor, who fell victim to a 2-1 upset earlier this year when Newry defied 6.0 odds!

Speaking of goals, this match has all the ingredients for a high-scoring affair. Our AI predicts over 2.5 goals at 1.5 odds, with a trust level of 5.0/10. Looking at the Championship’s trends, 65.2% of games in this league have seen at least three goals, and 56.9% of matches have had both teams scoring. That’s a strong case for an open, attacking game!

The last time these two met on November 22, 2024, Dundela walked away with a 2-0 victory. However, Newry City AFC will be eager to turn the tables, especially with home advantage. Historically, home teams in this league have won 45.7% of matches, compared to 34.8% for away sides.

As for the final score prediction, our AI is calling a 2-2 draw, with a 1-1 halftime scoreline. If that holds true, expect an entertaining, back-and-forth contest!

One more thing to consider: both squads are evenly matched in market value, with Newry City AFC at €170K and Dundela slightly ahead at €175K. That suggests a tight contest where small margins could make all the difference.

So, what’s the best play here? If you’re feeling bold, a draw at 3.75 odds could offer great value. If you prefer a safer approach, backing both teams to score or over 2.5 goals seems like a smart move.

With goals expected and Newry City AFC eager to prove themselves, this Championship clash is shaping up to be a Friday night thriller. Buckle up, bettors—this one could get wild!