Drogheda United vs Waterford United

๐Ÿ“ Premier Division, Republic of Ireland
๐Ÿ•’ Friday 29th May, 19:45 BST

Prediction, Stats & Betting Tips

Our Prediction

Over 8.5 Corners

Drogheda United sit 8th in the table after 15 games, averaging 1.3 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per home match this season. Waterford United are 10th after 15 games, averaging 1 scored and 2.6 conceded on the road. Drogheda United have won 4/10 home games (40%) this season; Waterford United have won 1/10 on the road (10%). There's no dominant edge either way.

Drogheda United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 40% of home games this season (4/10); Waterford United in 60% away (6/10). Drogheda United average 1.3 scored and 0.9 conceded at home, Waterford United 1 and 2.6 on the road.

Waterford United regularly see both teams score in away fixtures (60%, 6/10). Drogheda United are lower at home (40%, 4/10) โ€” they've conceded in 40% of home games, which keeps BTTS in play.

Corner counts have been moderate to high for both sides this season โ€” Drogheda United see 8+ in 70% of home games, Waterford United in 70% away. Over 8.5 Corners is worth considering.

Our Prediction: Over 8.5 Corners โ€” Drogheda United see 9+ corners in 60% of home games, Waterford United in 70% of away games. Plenty of set-piece action expected.

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League Table

The full Premier Division table for the 2026 season, with Drogheda United (8th) and Waterford United (10th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

Premier Division 2026

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 Shamrock Rovers 18 10 4 4 28:16 +12 34
2 St Patrick's 18 9 5 4 31:16 +15 32
3 Bohemians 18 8 7 3 27:18 +9 31
4 Dundalk 18 6 8 4 29:27 +2 26
5 Shelbourne 17 6 6 5 26:25 +1 24
6 Derry City 18 4 9 5 21:21 0 21
7 Galway United 17 5 5 7 25:28 -3 20
8 Drogheda United H 18 5 5 8 22:29 -7 20
9 Sligo Rovers 18 5 4 9 14:24 -10 19
10 Waterford United A 18 1 7 10 18:37 -19 10

Team Form

Waterford United have lost 80% of their away matches this season, while Drogheda United have been more solid at home (30% losses). The home side may find it easier to impose themselves.

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 4 (40%) 1 (10%)
Drawn 3 (30%) 1 (10%)
Lost 3 (30%) 8 (80%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Waterford United regularly see both teams score in away matches (60%), while Drogheda United are lower at home (40%). The visitors are likely to score, but a home reply is less guaranteed.

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 4 (40%) 6 (60%)

Match Goals

Drogheda United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 40% of home games, Waterford United in 60% of away games. The full goals breakdown for both sides is in the table below.

Over Goals

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 8 (80%) 10 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals 6 (60%) 9 (90%)
Over 2.5 Goals 4 (40%) 6 (60%)
Over 3.5 Goals 3 (30%) 4 (40%)

Under Goals

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 2 (20%) 0 (0%)
Under 1.5 Goals 4 (40%) 1 (10%)
Under 2.5 Goals 6 (60%) 4 (40%)
Under 3.5 Goals 7 (70%) 6 (60%)

Team Goals

Drogheda United have scored 2+ goals in 10% of home games this season, Waterford United in 10% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 8 (80%) 6 (60%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 3 (30%) 3 (30%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 1 (10%) 1 (10%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 1 (10%) 0 (0%)

Goals Conceded

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 4 (40%) 10 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 3 (30%) 7 (70%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 2 (20%) 4 (40%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 4 (40%)

Goal Totals

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 13 (1.3 avg) 10 (1 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 9 (0.9 avg) 26 (2.6 avg)

Match Corners

Waterford United frequently reach high corner counts away from home (70%), while Drogheda United are lower at home (60%). The visitors may create the majority of set-piece opportunities.

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 7 (70%) 7 (70%)
Over 8.5 Corners 6 (60%) 7 (70%)
Over 9.5 Corners 4 (40%) 5 (50%)
Over 10.5 Corners 2 (20%) 5 (50%)
Over 11.5 Corners 2 (20%) 4 (40%)
Over 12.5 Corners 2 (20%) 3 (30%)

Team Corners

Drogheda United have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 10% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 40% of home matches.

Waterford United have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 20% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 40% of away matches.

Corners Won

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 4 (40%) 3 (30%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 3 (30%) 2 (20%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 1 (10%) 2 (20%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 1 (10%) 2 (20%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 0 (0%) 2 (20%)

Corners Conceded

Drogheda United (Home Form) Waterford United (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 5 (50%) 6 (60%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 4 (40%) 6 (60%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 2 (20%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 2 (20%)

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Drogheda United vs Waterford United across a range of markets โ€” full time result, both teams to score, total goals, corners, and first half goals. Odds are sourced from leading bookmakers and are subject to change โ€” always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

Drogheda United 1.8
Draw 3.5
Waterford United 4

Half Time Result

Drogheda United 2.39
Draw 2.39
Waterford United 4.43

Double Chance

Drogheda United or Draw 1.2
Drogheda United or Waterford United 1.22
Draw or Waterford United 1.97

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.67
No 2.1

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.17
Over 2.5 1.7
Over 3.5 2.64
Under 1.5 4.16
Under 2.5 2.15
Under 3.5 1.38

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.3
Over 1.5 2.55

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.17
Over 9.5 1.38
Over 10.5 1.87
Over 11.5 1.99

Drogheda United Goals

Over 0.5 1.13
Over 1.5 1.8

Waterford United Goals

Over 0.5 1.4
Over 1.5 2.95

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Drogheda United vs Waterford United Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Drogheda United vs Waterford United?

Over 8.5 Corners โ€” Drogheda United see 9+ corners in 60% of home games, Waterford United in 70% of away games. Plenty of set-piece action expected.

Which team is likely to win, Drogheda United or Waterford United?

Drogheda United have a slight form edge at home (40% wins) over Waterford United on the road (10% wins) in Premier Division. Home advantage could be the deciding factor.

Will both teams score in the match between Drogheda United and Waterford United?

Mixed โ€” Drogheda United have seen BTTS in 40% of home games, Waterford United in 60% of away games. The stats don't strongly point either way for this Premier Division fixture.

Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Drogheda United and Waterford United?

Uncertain โ€” Drogheda United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 40% of home games, Waterford United in 60% of away games in Premier Division. The stats don't point strongly in either direction.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Drogheda United or Waterford United?

Waterford United have the stronger away scoring record โ€” 2+ goals in 10% of away games compared to Drogheda United's 10% at home. The visitors may be the more productive side.

Will there be many corners in the match between Drogheda United and Waterford United?

Possibly โ€” Waterford United frequently reach high corner counts away (70%), while Drogheda United are lower at home (60%). The visitors may create the majority of set-piece opportunities.

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