Waterford vs Shelbourne Prediction, Lineups & Odds
Don’t Underestimate the Underdogs
Waterford +0.25 look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap. This involves splitting our stake between 0 and +0.5, with a win against Shelbourne the desired outcome at betting odds of 2.03.
Shels 3-1 Winners in Previous H2H
Waterford got the win in their last game. It was a 3-2 away triumph at Showgrounds when meeting Sligo Rovers. Keith Long's men had just 39% possession and recorded four shots on target, while Rowan McDonald, Tom Lonergan and Conan Noonan scored one goal each.
Shelbourne secured a 3-1 home win over Derry City at Tolka Park in their previous game. The Dublin side recorded just 39% possession and had three shots on goal, with Sean Boyd finding the net twice and Evan Caffrey scoring one.
Shels have three successive wins against Waterford. In the last encounter, Shels claimed a 3-1 victory when hosting at Tolka Park. The past 6 H2H matches have involved four Shels wins, one Waterford victory and one draw.
Premier Division | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 16:12 | 19 |
8 | ![]() |
12 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 11 | 22 | -11 | 11:22 | 12 |
Waterford have 2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 11.2 attempts. The Blues have averaged 50.7% possession and 4.5 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.7 goals from 5.2 shots on goal, 15.4 attempts and 6.7 corners.
Top goalscorer Padraig Amond has found the net 3 times, with Rowan McDonald, Tom Lonergan, Conan Noonan and Sam Glenfield scoring 1 each. The top assist makers are Rowan McDonald, Padraig Amond and Ben McCormack, all of whom have 1 on the board.
Shelbourne – Last 10 League GamesShels have won 5, lost 3 and drawn 2, averaging 3.6 shots on goal, 12.5 attempts and 1.3 goals. Damien Duff's team average 51.2% possession, 4.1 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 11.9 attempts and 3.7 shots on goal.
Sean Boyd is top scorer on 5, with Rayhaan Tulloch and Matthew Smith next on 2. Sean Boyd has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Waterford confirmed lineup (3-4-1-2): Stephen McMullan (GK), Darragh Leahy, Kacper Radkowski, Andrew Boyle, Navajo Bakboord, Ryan Burke, Dean McMenamy, Rowan McDonald, Conan Noonan, Tom Lonergan, Padraig Amond.
Shelbourne confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Conor Kearns (GK), Sean Gannon, Sam Bone, Patrick Barrett, Kameron Ledwidge, Harry Wood, Mark Coyle, Kerr McInroy, Evan Caffrey, Sean Boyd, Ademipo Odubeko.
Expert Premier Division Analysis
We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the action.
Key Waterford vs Shelbourne league stats:
Waterford vs Shelbourne Prediction
We’ll split our stake by backing Waterford +0.25 at odds of 2.03 for this Asian Handicap wager. There’s every chance that we see a strong performance from the home team in this Premier Division encounter.
If you want a different wager to the Asian Handicap, then Winning Margin provides an exciting alternative. That’s especially if you have a view on the performance of Waterford.
Waterford +0.25 Probability
When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 49.4% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
Our Pick
Waterford Asian Hcp +0.25 @ 2.03
Correct Score Prediction
We’re taking a chance on Waterford to achieve a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of 8.00 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.
Latest Correct Score Odds
Corners Prediction
Each of the past six Shelbourne games have involved under 9.5 corners. It looks a logical viewpoint that the line won’t be reached and you can land a price of 1.67 for this Total Corners wager.
Corner Stats


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Waterford vs Shelbourne Odds
Shelbourne are regarded as having a 49% chance of winning this Premier Division match according to the bookies’ latest betting odds who have priced them up at 2.05. Waterford are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at 3.60.
The Total Goals market is popular and Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds right now. For those wanting to back Both Teams to Score No, this is currently priced at 1.75.
Many customers enjoy placing a Premier Division Bet Builder where you can combine different betting selections with the football betting sites. The more picks means that the odds get bigger.
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Full Time Result
1
3.60
X
3.10
2
2.05
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Half Time Result
1
4.50
X
2.00
2
2.88
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Double Chance
1X
1.73
12
1.36
X2
1.29
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Both Teams to Score
Yes
2.00
No
1.75
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Draw No Bet
1
2.63
2
1.44
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Asian Handicap
1 Hcp +0.25
2.05
2 Hcp -0.25
1.80
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Total Goals
Under 2.5
1.53
Over 2.5
2.40
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Total Corners
Under 9.5
1.67
Over 9.5
2.10
Best Betting Offers
Waterford
Head to Head
Waterford vs Shelbourne
- 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 Stats
Shelbourne Stats
Full time Result
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 home matches
Full time Results
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 away matches
Goals
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
Goals
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 away matches
Corners
- An average of 4.50 corners awarded and 6.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.60 corners awarded and 6.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.90 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
Corners
- An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 3.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.90 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
Possession
- An average of 50.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 home matches
Possession
- An average of 51.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.00% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
Team News
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Waterford vs Shelbourne Lineups
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 3-4-1-2
Shelbourne Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 3-4-1-2
Shelbourne Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Waterford FC Substitutes
- 11Maarten Pouwels
- 16Kyle White
- 19Sam Glenfield
- 24Liam Roberts
- 29Zak O'Sullivan
- 31Bradley Wade
- 40Noah O'Brien
- 47Sean Keane
- 55Bobby Keohan
Shelbourne Substitutes
- 5Ellis Chapman
- 6Jonathan Lunney
- 10John Martin
- 14Alistair Coote
- 18James Norris
- 19Lorcan Healy
- 24Lewis Temple
- 28Ryan O'Kane
- 77Rayhaan Tulloch
Previous Waterford Lineups
Previous Shelbourne Lineups
Irish Premier Division Table
2025 Season
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | Drogheda United | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 16:9 | 20 |
2 | Galway United | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 18:14 | 20 |
3 | St Patrick's | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 17:11 | 19 |
4 | Shamrock Rovers | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 18:13 | 19 |
5 | Shelbourne | 12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 16:12 | 19 |
6 | Bohemians | 12 | 6 | 0 | 6 | 15:15 | 18 |
7 | Derry City | 12 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 15:16 | 17 |
8 | Waterford | 12 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 11:22 | 12 |
9 | Cork City | 12 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 13:19 | 11 |
10 | Sligo Rovers | 12 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 17:25 | 8 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | St Patrick's | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 11:5 | 12 |
2 | Bohemians | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 12 |
3 | Shamrock Rovers | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11:6 | 11 |
4 | Derry City | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:7 | 10 |
5 | Galway United | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8:7 | 10 |
6 | Drogheda United | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9:5 | 9 |
7 | Shelbourne | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:6 | 9 |
8 | Cork City | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:8 | 9 |
9 | Waterford | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5:12 | 6 |
10 | Sligo Rovers | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7:10 | 4 |
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