Waterford vs Shelbourne Prediction, Lineups & Odds
Are Shels Value for This Game?
We’re a big fan of Shelbourne at odds of 2.25 to defeat Waterford, with this Full-Time Result bet standing out. There’s a nice return that could be landed and we think a win might happen.
Waterford 1-0 Winners When Teams Last Met
Waterford landed a home win in their last game, overcoming Bohemians by a 2-1 scoreline at Waterford RSC. The Blues had 43% possession and recorded seven shots on target, while Padraig Amond and Conan Noonan scored one goal each.
Shelbourne were defeated in their previous game, being turned over 1-0 at home to Derry City at Tolka Park. Damien Duff's side recorded 47% possession and managed two shots on goal.
It was Waterford who came out on top when they last played Shels. At Tolka Park, a 1-0 away win was recorded. The 8 previous H2H meetings have involved five Shels wins, one draw and two Waterford victories.
Premier Division | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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5 | ![]() |
23 | 7 | 10 | 6 | 26 | 25 | 1 | 26:25 | 31 |
8 | ![]() |
21 | 8 | 3 | 10 | 24 | 34 | -10 | 24:34 | 27 |
5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 10.0 attempts. Waterford have had 47.9% possession and 5.0 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.3 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 6.0 corners.
Padraig Amond is the top scorer with 5 goals, Tom Lonergan has 4, with Conan Noonan and Darragh Leahy on 2. Leading assistor is Conan Noonan with 3.
Shelbourne – Last 10 League GamesShels have 3 victories, 5 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 0.8 goals from 8.4 attempts and 2.3 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 54.0% possession, 3.9 corners awarded and 5.2 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.1 goals from 9.3 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal.
John Martin is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, Alistair Coote has 2, with Harry Wood and Kerr McInroy both on 1. Evan Caffrey is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.
Confirmed Lineups
Waterford confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Darragh Leahy, Rowan McDonald, Jesse Dempsey, Ryan Burke, Grant Horton, James Olayinka, Conan Noonan, Sam Glenfield, Tom Lonergan, Padraig Amond.
Shelbourne confirmed lineup (5-3-2): Conor Kearns (GK), Patrick Barrett, Sean Gannon, Tyreke Wilson, Kameron Ledwidge, Evan Caffrey, Jonathan Lunney, Mark Coyle, Harry Wood, Ademipo Odubeko, Alistair Coote.
Expert League of Ireland Analysis
We’re always the first to know about team news, with our football experts also studying the latest form to enhance their view. You will also find a mixture of stats which provide some valuable recommendations ahead of the action.
Key Waterford vs Shelbourne league stats:
Waterford vs Shelbourne Prediction
There’s a realistic prospect that we’ll see Shelbourne secure a win and they are priced at 2.25 to triumph in this League of Ireland encounter. We think that the price offers bettors plenty of juice.
Shels can be wagered in various ways and you might regard the price as more attractive when you consider the Asian Handicap or the Result & Both Teams to Score markets.
Shels to Win Probability
According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 44.4% chance of winning. However, we have this number closer to 50% based on our in-depth research. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.
Our Pick
Shelbourne To Win @ 2.25
Correct Score Prediction
We’ve picked out a correct score of 1-0 being landed by Shelbourne. You can secure odds of 8.00 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.
Latest Correct Score Odds
Waterford vs Shelbourne Bet Builder Tips
We’re happy to go with a bet builder that has Shelbourne to claim a victory, no more than two goals in total along with Over 0 corners.
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Waterford vs Shelbourne Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Shels Win on the Cards According to the Bookies
The bookies have betting odds of 2.50 for Waterford to win this League of Ireland encounter, while you could instead opt for Shelbourne at the same price. The draw is the third Full-Time Result option at 3.20.
There’s often a case for going down the Asian Handicap route and Waterford 0.0 can be backed at 1.90. This means money back if it’s a draw, with Shels available at 1.90 on the same market.
Under 2.5 Goals is operating at the shortest price for those anticipating two or less goals. If you’re keen on a BTTS bet, you will find that the Yes and No selections are both trading at 1.91.
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Head to Head
Waterford vs Shelbourne
- Premier Division: 05/05 2025 Shelbourne 0 Waterford 1
- Premier Division: 21/02 2025 Waterford 0 Shelbourne 1
- Premier Division: 18/10 2024 Shelbourne 3 Waterford 1
- Premier Division: 13/06 2024 Waterford 0 Shelbourne 1
- Premier Division: 17/05 2024 Shelbourne 1 Waterford 0
- Premier Division: 16/02 2024 Waterford 1 Shelbourne 1
- Premier Division: 10/10 2020 Waterford 0 Shelbourne 1
- Premier Division: 01/08 2020 Shelbourne 0 Waterford 1
Team Stats
Waterford League Stats
Shelbourne League Stats
Full-Time Result
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
Goals
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
Corners
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 6.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
Corners
- An average of 3.90 corners awarded and 5.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.40 corners awarded and 5.30 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
Possession
- An average of 47.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
Possession
- An average of 54.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.10% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
Team News
You’ve found the right place for Waterford vs Shels team news, with all the latest information available including lineups and injuries so you’re fully informed.
The League of Ireland squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.
Waterford vs Shelbourne Lineups
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Shelbourne Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Shelbourne Confirmed Lineup 5-3-2
Waterford FC Substitutes
- 2Navajo Bakboord
- 4Andrew Boyle
- 7Ben McCormack
- 11Maarten Pouwels
- 16Kyle White
- 27Dean McMenamy
- 31Bradley Wade
- 47Sean Keane
- 99Trae Coyle
Shelbourne Substitutes
- 5Ellis Chapman
- 9Sean Boyd
- 10John Martin
- 16John O'Sullivan
- 17Daniel Kelly
- 18James Norris
- 19Lorcan Healy
- 23Kerr McInroy
- 24Lewis Temple
Previous Waterford Lineups
Previous Shelbourne Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Waterford Injury Table
Shelbourne Injury Table
League of Ireland Table
2025 Season
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 23 | 13 | 6 | 4 | 41:21 | 45 |
2 | Bohemians | 21 | 12 | 0 | 9 | 26:21 | 36 |
3 | Drogheda United | 23 | 8 | 11 | 4 | 28:22 | 35 |
4 | Derry City | 21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 25:22 | 34 |
5 | Shelbourne | 23 | 7 | 10 | 6 | 26:25 | 31 |
6 | St Patrick's | 23 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 27:27 | 30 |
7 | Galway United | 21 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 26:25 | 28 |
8 | Waterford | 21 | 8 | 3 | 10 | 24:34 | 27 |
9 | Sligo Rovers | 21 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 25:36 | 18 |
10 | Cork City | 21 | 2 | 8 | 11 | 23:38 | 14 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Shamrock Rovers | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 24:7 | 24 |
2 | Bohemians | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 13:8 | 21 |
3 | St Patrick's | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 18:11 | 20 |
4 | Drogheda United | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 16:10 | 19 |
5 | Derry City | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 14:10 | 17 |
6 | Galway United | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 14:12 | 16 |
7 | Shelbourne | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 14:13 | 16 |
8 | Waterford | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 13:20 | 14 |
9 | Cork City | 11 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 12:15 | 12 |
10 | Sligo Rovers | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 12:15 | 11 |
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