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We Think Over 2.5 is the Value Bet

The odds of 1.73 look too big to resist when it comes to wagering Over 2.5 Goals. We are confident of a return when Shamrock clash with Sligo and the Total Goals market gives us a nice betting angle.

Teams’ Previous Meet Saw 2-1 Sligo Win

Shamrock Rovers drew on the road in their last game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Cork City at Turner's Cross Stadium. Stephen Bradley's side boasted 66% possession and had eight shots on target, while Rory Gaffney scored the goal.

Sligo Rovers played Drogheda United at home in their previous game. It was a 2-2 draw at Showgrounds. The Bit O'Reds boasted 62% possession and recorded three shots on goal, while Owen Elding and James Bolger (own goal) found the net.

It was Sligo who were victorious when they last faced Shamrock. At Showgrounds, a 2-1 home triumph was recorded. The previous 10 H2H games have ended in six Shamrock victories, two draws and two Sligo wins.

Premier Division G W D L GF GA GD GD P
3 Shamrock Rovers logo Shamrock Rovers 13 5 5 3 19 14 5 19:14 20
10 Sligo Rovers logo Sligo Rovers 13 2 3 8 19 27 -8 19:27 9
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Shamrock Rovers – Last 10 League Games

Shamrock have 5 wins, 1 loss and 4 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 5.3 shots on goal and 11.2 attempts. The South Dublin club have averaged 57.8% possession and 5.1 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.0 goals from 2.3 shots on goal, 6.1 attempts and 3.1 corners.

Rory Gaffney, Joshua Honohan, Jack Byrne, Lee Grace and Aaron Greene are joint-top scorers with 2 goals on the board. Jack Byrne has recorded the most assists with 5.

Sligo Rovers – Last 10 League Games

Sligo have 2 victories, 5 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 7.5 attempts, 3.6 shots on goal and 1.4 goals. John Russell's team average 51.7% possession, 4.1 corners awarded and 5.8 corners against them, while 1.7 goals have been conceded from 4.9 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts.

Owen Elding got 5 goals, Francely Lomboto notched 3, while Gareth McElroy and two other players scored 1. William Fitzgerald, Reece Hutchinson and Ronan Manning have been the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Shamrock Rovers predicted lineup (5-3-2): Edward McGinty (GK), Danny Grant, Cory O'Sullivan, Roberto Lopes, Lee Grace, Josh Honohan, Jack Byrne, Matthew Healy, John O'Sullivan, Rory Gaffney, Aaron Greene.

Sligo Rovers predicted lineup (4-3-3): Sam Sargeant (GK), Conor Reynolds, Gareth McElroy, John Mahon, Reece Hutchinson, Jad Hakiki, Jake Doyle-Hayes, Connor Malley, Owen Elding, Cian Kavanagh, William Fitzgerald.

Expert Premier Division Analysis

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers league stats:

  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Shamrock games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Shamrock games at home.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Sligo games on the road.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Sligo games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Sligo games on the road.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Prediction

A generous price of 1.73 is on offer when it comes to Over 2.5 Goals to be notched and that looks like a great betting opportunity. Back at least three goals to be scored when it comes to this Premier Division encounter.

If you’re expecting goals to be on the cards, you can include Over 2.5 Goals along with BTTS Yes. It’s a good chance to boost your price and this is available in the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market.

Over 2.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 57.9% chance of winning. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

Our Pick

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Published 06:37, 04 May 2025

Correct Score Prediction

Shamrock Shamrock logo 2 - 1 Sligo logo Sligo

We’re going for Shamrock at 7.50 to secure a 2-1 win. It’s exciting to bet on the correct score and this wager will hopefully be able to land a nice return.

Corners Prediction

Shamrock Under 6.5 Corners 1.83 bet365 logo

Shamrock have not covered the 6.5 corners line in four consecutive games, with Sligo conceding under 6.5 corners in their past three matches. There’s a price of 1.83 for this Team Corners bet and we think the Shamrock line is too big.

Corner Stats

League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Shamrock Logo Shamrock
Total
8.20 5.10 3.10
Home
8.20 5.30 2.90
Away
9.50 4.40 5.10
Sligo Logo Sligo
Total
9.90 4.10 5.80
Home
9.00 4.80 4.20
Away
11.10 3.80 7.30

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Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Over 2.5 1.73
Asian Handicap Sligo +1.5 1.85
Team Corners Shamrock Under 6.5 1.83

We’ve got a same-game multi with three options: more than two goals to be scored, Sligo to cover the 1.5 Asian Handicap along with Shamrock Under 6.5 corners.

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Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers 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.

Shamrock Big Favourites With the Bookies

With an estimated 77% chance of winning, the bookies are taking no chances with their 1.30 betting odds about Shamrock Rovers triumphing in this Premier Division match. For those wanting to back Sligo Rovers, you will find 9.50 about this outsider.

For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. If you think this points to a low-scoring or one-sided affair, then BTTS No could be an option at 1.67.

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Team Stats

Shamrock Rovers logo Shamrock Rovers League Stats

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Full-Time Result

  • 5 wins, 1 defeats and 4 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

  • 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 1 wins, 5 defeats and 4 draws in previous 10 away matches

Goals

Goals

Corners

Corners

Possession

Possession

Top Scorers & Assists

Top Scorers & Assists

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Team News

If you’re looking for Shamrock vs Sligo team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

The Premier Division squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Lineups

Shamrock Rovers Predicted Lineup 5-3-2

Sligo Rovers Predicted Lineup 4-3-3

Shamrock Rovers Predicted Lineup 5-3-2

1 Edward McGinty
21 Danny Grant 27 Cory O'Sullivan 4 Roberto Lopes 5 Lee Grace 2 Josh Honohan
29 Jack Byrne 17 Matthew Healy 26 John O'Sullivan
20 Rory Gaffney 9 Aaron Greene
29 Sam Sargeant
46 Conor Reynolds 52 Gareth McElroy 21 John Mahon 3 Reece Hutchinson
8 Jad Hakiki 49 Jake Doyle-Hayes 27 Connor Malley
47 Owen Elding 11 Cian Kavanagh 7 William Fitzgerald

Sligo Rovers Predicted Lineup 4-3-3

Previous Shamrock Rovers Lineups

03 May Premier Division
Cork City 1-1 Shamrock Rovers
26 Apr Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers 2-2 Shelbourne
21 Apr Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers 2-3 Bohemians
19 Apr Premier Division
St Patrick's 2-2 Shamrock Rovers
15 Apr Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers 4-1 Cork City
12 Apr Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers 2-0 Waterford

Previous Sligo Rovers Lineups

03 May Premier Division
Sligo Rovers 2-2 Drogheda United
27 Apr Premier Division
Sligo Rovers 1-1 Cork City
23 Apr Premier Division
Derry City 3-0 Sligo Rovers
19 Apr Premier Division
Waterford 0-4 Sligo Rovers
13 Apr Premier Division
Sligo Rovers 1-2 Galway United
05 Apr Premier Division
Bohemians 4-2 Sligo Rovers

Injuries & Suspensions

Shamrock Rovers Injury Table

Type Name Info
Daniel Mandroiu Hamstring

Sligo Rovers Injury Table

Type Name Info
Oskar van Hattum Other
Oliver Denham Other

Ireland FlagIrish Premier Division Table

2025 Season

# Team G W D L +/- P
1 St Patrick's 13 6 4 3 19:11 22
2 Drogheda United 13 5 6 2 18:11 21
3 Shamrock Rovers 13 5 5 3 19:14 20
4 Galway United 13 5 5 3 18:16 20
5 Derry City 13 6 2 5 17:16 20
6 Shelbourne 13 4 7 2 16:14 19
7 Bohemians 13 6 0 7 16:17 18
8 Waterford 13 5 0 8 13:23 15
9 Cork City 13 2 6 5 14:20 12
10 Sligo Rovers 13 2 3 8 19:27 9
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 St Patrick's 7 4 3 0 13:5 15
2 Derry City 7 4 1 2 11:7 13
3 Bohemians 7 4 0 3 9:8 12
4 Shamrock Rovers 6 3 2 1 11:6 11
5 Galway United 6 3 1 2 8:7 10
6 Cork City 7 2 4 1 9:9 10
7 Drogheda United 6 2 3 1 9:5 9
8 Shelbourne 6 2 3 1 8:6 9
9 Waterford 6 2 0 4 5:12 6
10 Sligo Rovers 7 1 2 4 9:12 5