Galway United vs Cork City — Free Prediction & Stats

📍 Premier Division, Republic of Ireland
🕒 Friday 26th September, 19:45 BST

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Our Prediction

Under 3.5 Goals

Galway United (50% home wins) hold a slight edge over Cork City on the road (40% away wins), but the difference is minimal. View our Home Win, Away Win and Draw stats for more context.

Goal trends are mixed for this fixture (Galway United 50% Over 2.5 at home, Cork City 20% away). Browse our Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals stats for more context.

Galway United often see both teams score at home (60%), while Cork City are less consistent on the road (40%). There's still a reasonable case for BTTS – Yes, mainly driven by the home side's open style.

Galway United regularly reach high corner totals at home (70%), while Cork City are lower on the road (50%). The home side may drive the game to Over 9.5 Corners.

Our Prediction: Under 3.5 Goals — Galway United have stayed under 4 goals in 80% of home matches, Cork City in 90% of away fixtures. Both sides consistently keep the scoring tight.

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League Table

The full Premier Division table for the 2025 season, with Galway United (9th) and Cork City (10th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

Premier Division 2025

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 Shamrock Rovers 36 19 9 8 56:33 +23 66
2 Derry City 36 18 9 9 52:39 +13 63
3 Shelbourne 36 15 14 7 48:37 +11 59
4 Bohemians 36 16 6 14 48:39 +9 54
5 St Patrick's 36 13 13 10 42:32 +10 52
6 Drogheda United 36 12 15 9 38:38 0 51
7 Waterford United 37 12 6 19 43:61 -18 42
8 Sligo Rovers 36 11 8 17 42:54 -12 41
9 Galway United H 36 9 12 15 37:44 -7 39
10 Cork City A 36 4 12 20 33:61 -28 24
11 Bray Wanderers 4 3 0 1 6:4 +2 9
12 Treaty United 3 1 1 1 2:2 0 4
13 Cobh Ramblers 2 0 1 1 1:2 -1 1
14 UCD 2 0 0 2 2:4 -2 0

Team Form

Galway United have won 50% of home games this season, Cork City 40% away. The form table below gives the full picture heading into this match.

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 5 (50%) 4 (40%)
Drawn 2 (20%) 3 (30%)
Lost 3 (30%) 3 (30%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Galway United frequently see both teams score at home (60%), while Cork City are less consistent on the road (40%). The home side are likely to score, but a reply from the visitors is less certain.

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

Match Goals

Galway United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 50% of home games, Cork City in 20% of away games. The full goals breakdown for both sides is in the table below.

Over Goals

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 10 (100%) 9 (90%)
Over 1.5 Goals 7 (70%) 6 (60%)
Over 2.5 Goals 5 (50%) 2 (20%)
Over 3.5 Goals 2 (20%) 1 (10%)

Under Goals

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 0 (0%) 1 (10%)
Under 1.5 Goals 3 (30%) 4 (40%)
Under 2.5 Goals 5 (50%) 8 (80%)
Under 3.5 Goals 8 (80%) 9 (90%)

Team Goals

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

Goals Scored

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 8 (80%) 7 (70%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 5 (50%) 2 (20%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 1 (10%) 1 (10%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 1 (10%) 1 (10%)

Goals Conceded

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 8 (80%) 6 (60%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 3 (30%) 2 (20%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 1 (10%) 0 (0%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Goal Totals

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 15 (1.5 avg) 11 (1.1 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 12 (1.2 avg) 8 (0.8 avg)

Match Corners

Both Galway United (90% Over 8.5 at home) and Cork City (70% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches. Expect plenty of set-piece opportunities from both sides.

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 9 (90%) 8 (80%)
Over 8.5 Corners 9 (90%) 7 (70%)
Over 9.5 Corners 7 (70%) 5 (50%)
Over 10.5 Corners 6 (60%) 3 (30%)
Over 11.5 Corners 4 (40%) 2 (20%)
Over 12.5 Corners 3 (30%) 2 (20%)

Team Corners

Galway United have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 20% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 30% of home matches.

Cork City have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 30% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 20% of away matches.

Corners Won

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 5 (50%) 5 (50%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 4 (40%) 4 (40%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 2 (20%) 3 (30%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 2 (20%) 3 (30%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 1 (10%) 2 (20%)

Corners Conceded

Galway United (Home Form) Cork City (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 6 (60%) 4 (40%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 5 (50%) 2 (20%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 3 (30%) 2 (20%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 2 (20%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 2 (20%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between Galway United and Cork City. Historical meetings can reveal patterns in how these sides match up — use this alongside the current form and stats above for a fuller picture before placing a bet.

1st Aug, 2025
Cork City
1 – 0 HT: 1-0
Galway United
Corners 4–6 Cards 6–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
23rd May, 2025
Galway United
2 – 1 HT: 0-0
Cork City
Corners 3–2 Cards 2–4 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
14th Feb, 2025
Cork City
2 – 2 HT: 1-1
Galway United
Corners 6–4 Cards 5–4 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
16th Jan, 2024
Cork City
0 – 4 HT: 0-3
Galway United
Corners 3–7 Cards 1–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
16th Sep, 2022
Galway United
2 – 1 HT: 0-0
Cork City
Corners 7–4 Cards 1–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
15th Jul, 2022
Cork City
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Galway United
Corners 7–4 Cards 2–4 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
27th May, 2022
Galway United
0 – 1 HT: 0-1
Cork City
Corners 3–5 Cards 1–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
25th Feb, 2022
Cork City
0 – 1 HT: 0-1
Galway United
Corners 9–1 Cards 2–5 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
29th Oct, 2021
Cork City
3 – 0 HT: 1-0
Galway United
Corners 4–2 Cards 2–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
6th Aug, 2021
Galway United
2 – 3 HT: 2-2
Cork City
Corners 11–1 Cards 4–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Galway United vs Cork City across a range of markets — 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 — always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

Galway United 1.55
Draw 3.9
Cork City 4.75

Half Time Result

Galway United 1.95
Draw 2.5
Cork City 5.99

Double Chance

Galway United or Draw 1.16
Galway United or Cork City 1.23
Draw or Cork City 2.55

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.85
No 2.02

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.25
Over 2.5 1.72
Over 3.5 3
Under 1.5 4.05
Under 2.5 2.07
Under 3.5 1.37

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.29
Over 1.5 2.5

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.07
Over 9.5 1.24
Over 10.5 1.74
Over 11.5 2

Galway United Goals

Over 0.5 1.08
Over 1.5 1.64
Over 2.5 2.89

Cork City Goals

Over 0.5 1.62
Over 1.5 4.05
Over 2.5 12.7

Today's Football Acca

Statistical picks combined into a daily accumulator. Each selection backed by match data and recent form analysis.

⚽ Today's Over 2.5 Goals Acca
  • Manchester City U21 vs Norwich City U21 19:00 BST | Premier League 2 Division One, England Manchester City U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/9 home matches this season · Norwich City U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/9 away matches this season · Odds: 1.22
    89% combined
  • Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Queens Park Rangers U21 13:00 BST | Professional Development League, England Crewe Alexandra U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 10/13 home matches this season · Queens Park Rangers U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 11/13 away matches this season · Odds: 1.33
    81% combined
  • Sheffield United U21 vs Bristol City U21 14:00 BST | Professional Development League, England Sheffield United U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/12 home matches this season · Bristol City U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 11/13 away matches this season · Odds: 1.25
    76% combined
  • Alianza U20 vs FAS U20 02:00 BST | Reserve League, El Salvador Alianza U20 have seen over 2.5 goals in 18/21 home matches this season · FAS U20 have seen over 2.5 goals in 12/20 away matches this season · Odds: 1.44
    73% combined
Acca odds (approx) 2.92
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Galway United vs Cork City Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Galway United vs Cork City?

Under 3.5 Goals — Galway United have stayed under 4 goals in 80% of home matches, Cork City in 90% of away fixtures. Both sides consistently keep the scoring tight.

Which team is likely to win, Galway United or Cork City?

Galway United have a slight form edge at home (50% wins) over Cork City on the road (40% wins) in Premier Division. Home advantage could be the deciding factor.

Will both teams score in the match between Galway United and Cork City?

Mixed — Galway United have seen BTTS in 60% of home games, Cork City in 40% 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 Galway United and Cork City?

Uncertain — Galway United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 50% of home games, Cork City in 20% of away games in Premier Division. The stats don't point strongly in either direction.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Galway United or Cork City?

Cork City have the stronger away scoring record — 2+ goals in 10% of away games compared to Galway United's 10% at home. The visitors may be the more productive side.

Will there be many corners in the match between Galway United and Cork City?

Yes — both Galway United (90% Over 8.5 at home) and Cork City (70% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches in Premier Division. Plenty of set-piece opportunities expected.

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