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Drogheda United vs Waterford FC

General Overview

The upcoming match between Drogheda United and Waterford FC is poised to be an intriguing encounter. With Drogheda United playing at home, there are several factors to consider for betting enthusiasts. The odds suggest a balanced contest with a slight edge towards goals being scored, indicated by the average total goals of 2.90. Both teams have shown defensive resilience, as reflected in the high odds for both teams not scoring in either half. The likelihood of card accumulation is also notable, with over 4.5 cards being a popular bet.


Betting Predictions

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 79.50 – This high probability suggests a cautious start from both sides, possibly due to tactical setups or defensive strategies.
  • Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 75.50 – A continuation of defensive play into the second half is expected, maintaining the tight contest.
  • Over 0.5 Goals HT: 77.40 – Indicates that at least one goal is likely before halftime, possibly breaking the deadlock.
  • Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 73.10 – Drogheda United is favored to find the net early, leveraging home advantage.
  • Over 1.5 Goals: 67.80 – Suggests a moderately open game with a few goals likely, aligning with the average total goals.
  • Over 4.5 Cards: 67.80 – A potentially aggressive match with players possibly pushing boundaries.
  • Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 60.50 – Indicates a possible defensive shift by Drogheda United post-goal or due to tactical changes.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 51.80 – Waterford FC might struggle to find goals after an initial phase.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 56.00 – Reflects potential early defensive challenges for Waterford FC.
  • Both Teams To Score: 54.50 – A balanced scoreline with contributions from both sides is likely.
  • Last Goal 73+ Minutes: 51.60 – A late goal could be decisive, adding excitement towards the match’s conclusion.
  • Home Team To Win: 51.80 – Drogheda United has a slight edge in securing victory at home.
  • Avg. Total Goals: 2.90 – Expect a lively match with multiple goals scored.
  • Avg. Goals Scored: 2.56 & Avg. Conceded Goals: 1.34 – These averages suggest Drogheda United’s offensive strength and Waterford FC’s defensive challenges.

Additional Predictions

The first goal is likely to come after the initial phase, as suggested by the odds for the first goal occurring after the first 30 minutes (57.40). This could be a strategic move by either team to settle into their gameplay before committing fully offensively.

The match could see disciplined play with under 5.5 cards (56.70), indicating controlled aggression rather than reckless fouls.

The average of yellow cards (3.37) suggests minor infractions are expected but not excessive fouling, keeping the game flowing with minimal interruptions.