Expert Overview: Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United
The upcoming match between Shamrock Rovers and Drogheda United is set to be a captivating encounter. With the game scheduled for August 31, 2025, at 18:00, both teams will aim to assert their dominance on the field. The statistical data suggests a competitive game, with various betting odds reflecting potential outcomes. The average total goals of 3.31 indicate an expectation for a goal-rich match, while the slightly higher average conceded goals (2.21) compared to scored goals (1.80) suggests defensive vulnerabilities that could be exploited by either side.
Shamrock Rovers
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Drogheda United
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Date: 2025-08-31
Time: 18:00
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Venue: Tallaght Stadium
Score: 2-1
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 95.90% | (2-1) 1-0 1H 1.11 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 79.00% | (2-1) 1-1 2H 1.18 | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 67.80% | (2-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 64.60% | (2-1) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 64.00% | (2-1) 1.40 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 62.30% | (2-1) 1.60 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 62.70% | (2-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 54.70% | (2-1) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 55.00% | (2-1) 1.73 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 57.90% | (2-1) 1-0 1H 1.44 | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 52.30% | (2-1) | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 53.10% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.31% | (2-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.32% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.80% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.21% | (2-1) | |
| Red Cards | 0.34% | (2-1) |
Betting Predictions
Scoring Patterns
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds at 95.90 suggest a strong possibility of a scoreless first half, indicating potential defensive strategies or early-game adjustments by both teams.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: With odds of 67.80, Shamrock Rovers are expected to find the back of the net in the latter half, possibly after making halftime adjustments.
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Drogheda United’s inability to score in the second half is favored at odds of 64.60, hinting at possible fatigue or effective home team tactics.
- Over 1.5 Goals: Odds of 64.00 suggest that more than one and a half goals are likely, aligning with the predicted high-scoring nature of the match.
- Under 2.5 Goals: At odds of 55.00, this prediction indicates a moderate scoring game, balancing between defensive and offensive plays.
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: With odds of 57.90, it’s expected that at least one goal will be scored by halftime, reflecting early offensive efforts.
- Home Team To Score In 1st Half: Odds of 52.30 suggest that Shamrock Rovers might open the scoring early, leveraging home advantage.
- Both Teams Not to Score: At odds of 62.30, there’s a notable chance neither team will score, emphasizing potential defensive solidity.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: Drogheda United is favored not to score in the first half at odds of 54.70, possibly due to early pressure from Shamrock Rovers.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: With odds of 79.00, this outcome suggests a possibility of both teams focusing on defense in the latter stages.
Cards and Discipline
- Under 5.5 Cards: Odds of 62.70 suggest a relatively disciplined match with fewer cards expected.
- Avg. Total Cards: With an average of 2.32 yellow cards and 0.34 red cards per game, discipline could play a role in the match dynamics.
- Under 4.5 Cards: At odds of 53.10, this prediction indicates a low-card game, emphasizing fair play and strategic fouling management.
