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Shelbourne vs Drogheda United Prediction

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Shelbourne

€3.00m

19 May14:45
0 : 0

Drogheda

€1.75m

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Shelbourne vs Drogheda  Prediction Premier Division

Shelbourne vs Drogheda United Prediction: A Tight Mid-Table Tussle

It’s that time again—Shelbourne vs Drogheda United, a matchup that might not decide the league title but could shuffle the mid-table pecking order. With just three points separating these two (Drogheda in 5th on 25 points, Shelbourne in 6th with 22), this is the kind of game where bragging rights matter almost as much as the points. The bookmakers seem to agree, pricing a Shelbourne win at 1.91, a draw at 3.25, and a Drogheda victory at a tempting 4.0. But what do the stats—and NerdyTips’ AI—say about this one? Let’s dive in.

Recent Form and Head-to-Head: Who Has the Edge?

If history is any guide, Drogheda might fancy their chances. Their last meeting on March 7, 2025, ended in a 1-0 win for Drogheda, despite Shelbourne being favorites at 1.80 odds. That’s the kind of result that sticks in the mind. But Shelbourne aren’t pushovers—they’ve pulled off surprises of their own, like holding Derry City to a 1-1 draw last May at whopping 5.35 odds. Drogheda, meanwhile, showed their grit with a 0-0 draw away to St Patrick’s Athletic in February, defying 7.0 odds. This is a clash (oops, we said it) where underdogs often bark louder.

Key Stats to Consider

  • Possession Battle: Shelbourne are expected to dominate with 69% possession, while Drogheda will likely sit deeper (31%).
  • Shots & Corners: Shelbourne should fire off 18 shots (4 on target), Drogheda 10 (2 on target). Corners? A combined 9, split 5-4 in Shelbourne’s favor.
  • Discipline: Expect 2 yellow cards for Shelbourne, 1 for Drogheda—nothing too fiery.
  • Squad Value: Shelbourne’s roster is valued at €3.00m, Drogheda’s at €1.75m. Does money talk? Maybe, but heart counts too.

Betting Tips: What Does the AI Say?

NerdyTips’ AI has crunched the numbers, and here’s the verdict:

  1. Best Wager: Over 1.5 goals (1.4 odds, confidence 4.0/10). With league-wide trends showing 60.2% of matches hit this mark, it’s a sensible pick.
  2. 1X2 Market: The AI whispers “away win” (4.0 odds), though with a modest trust score of 1.5. The predicted score? 1-2, with Drogheda leading 0-1 at halftime.

League Trends: The Bigger Picture

Here’s how the Premier Division usually plays out:

  • Home wins: 38.1%
  • Away wins: 26.2%
  • Draws: 35.7%
  • Both teams score: 40.2% of the time

This context makes the AI’s over 1.5 goals prediction feel even safer—especially since Drogheda’s recent head-to-head win suggests they can exploit Shelbourne’s possession-heavy approach.

Final Thoughts: Where’s the Smart Money?

For this Shelbourne vs Drogheda United prediction, the stats paint a picture of a tight, tactical game. Shelbourne will boss the ball, but Drogheda’s resilience—and that juicy 4.0 odds for an away win—makes them a sneaky-good punt. If you’re playing it safe, over 1.5 goals is the move. Either way, grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the drama. After all, mid-table battles have their own kind of magic.

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Shelbourne vs Drogheda

O1.5 -250

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -250
4/10

1x2 Tip

2 300

Drogheda is expected to win with odds of 300
1/10

Total Goals

Over 1.5 -250

At least 2 goals will be scored in the match
4/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes 105

Both teams are expected to score
3/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&O1.5 149

Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

1:2

Stats Predictions

69%
Ball Possession
31%
18
Total Shots
10
4
Shots on Goal
2
7
Shots Off Goal
4
5
Corners
4
2
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

2.3
Total Goals
2.9
1.1
Goals Scored
1.5
1.2
Goals Against
1.4
58%
Possession
36%
14.6
Total Shots
12.9
4.4
Shots on Goal
3.6
5.7
Shots off Goal
5.8
9.8
Fouls
9.4
5
Corners
4.9
2.6
Offsides
1.2
2.11
Yellow Cards
1.44
0.22
Red Cards
0
521
Total Passes
231

Overview Last 10 Matches

3
Wins
3
6
Over 1.5 Goals
9
5
Over 2.5 Goals
6
3
Over 3.5 Goals
4
5
Both Teams Scored
7
0
Unexpected Wins
0
1
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Shelbourne
10 - 8 - 2
Drogheda United
Shelbourne Shelbourne 19-May-25
0:0
Drogheda Drogheda United
Drogheda United Drogheda 18-Apr-25
2:2
Shelbourne Shelbourne
Shelbourne Shelbourne 07-Mar-25
0:1
Drogheda Drogheda United
Shelbourne Shelbourne 07-Feb-25
2:0
Drogheda Drogheda United
Shelbourne Shelbourne 25-Oct-24
2:1
Drogheda Drogheda United
Drogheda United Drogheda 04-Jul-24
1:1
Shelbourne Shelbourne
Shelbourne Shelbourne 10-May-24
1:1
Drogheda Drogheda United
Drogheda United Drogheda 05-Apr-24
2:2
Shelbourne Shelbourne
Drogheda United Drogheda 03-Nov-23
2:4
Shelbourne Shelbourne
Shelbourne Shelbourne 05-Jun-23
3:2
Drogheda Drogheda United

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Ireland - Premier Division Ireland - Premier Division

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rover36
56-33
66
2 Derry City Derry City36
52-39
63
3 Shelbourne Shelbourne36
48-37
59
4 Bohemians Bohemians36
48-39
54
5 St Patrick's Athl. St Patrick's A36
42-32
52
6 Drogheda United Drogheda Unite36
38-38
51
7 Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers36
42-54
41
8 Galway United Galway United36
37-44
39
9 Waterford Waterford36
41-60
39
10 Cork City Cork City36
33-61
24
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