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Home Win Away Win Draw Over 1.5 Goals Under 2.5 Goals Under 3.5 Goals Over 0.5 First Half Goals Over 1.5 First Half Goals Over 1.5 Home Team Goals Over 1.5 Away Team Goals Over 3.5 First Half Corners Over 8.5 Corners Goal After 70 Minutes Home Win HT Away Win HTUnder 2.5 Goals
Waterford United average 1.2 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per home match this season. Derry City average 1 scored and 0.8 conceded in away fixtures. Waterford United have won 2/10 home games (20%) this season; Derry City have won 4/10 on the road (40%). There's no dominant edge either way.
Both sides have been involved in low-scoring matches this season. Waterford United have seen 3+ goals in only 30% of home fixtures; Derry City in 40% away. Waterford United average 1.2 scored and 1.2 conceded at home, Derry City 1 and 0.8 on the road — the numbers point toward a tight game.
Waterford United frequently see both teams score at home (70%, 7/10). Derry City are lower on the road (50%, 5/10) — they've scored in 70% of away games this season, which is the key variable.
Corner counts have been moderate to high for both sides this season — Waterford United see 8+ in 80% of home games, Derry City in 70% away. Over 8.5 Corners is worth considering.
Our Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals — Waterford United have stayed under 3 goals in 70% of home games, Derry City in 60% of away games. Both sides point toward a tight, low-scoring match.
The full Premier Division table for the 2026 season, with Waterford United (th) and Derry City (th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 20:11 | +9 | 28 |
| 2 | St Patrick's | 14 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 26:13 | +13 | 27 |
| 3 | Bohemians | 14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 16:12 | +4 | 21 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 23:20 | +3 | 21 |
| 5 | Derry City A | 14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 18:17 | +1 | 18 |
| 6 | Galway United | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 17:19 | -2 | 16 |
| 7 | Shelbourne | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 21:22 | -1 | 16 |
| 8 | Drogheda United | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 17:20 | -3 | 16 |
| 9 | Sligo Rovers | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 10:18 | -8 | 14 |
| 10 | Waterford United H | 13 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 9:25 | -16 | 5 |
Waterford United have won 20% of home games this season, Derry City 40% away. The form table below gives the full picture heading into this match.
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Won | 2 (20%) | 4 (40%) |
| Drawn | 6 (60%) | 4 (40%) |
| Lost | 2 (20%) | 2 (20%) |
Waterford United frequently see both teams score at home (70%), while Derry City are less consistent on the road (50%). The home side are likely to score, but a reply from the visitors is less certain.
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Both Teams to Score (BTTS) | 7 (70%) | 5 (50%) |
Waterford United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 30% of home games, Derry City in 40% of away games. The full goals breakdown for both sides is in the table below.
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 0.5 Goals | 9 (90%) | 8 (80%) |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 8 (80%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 3 (30%) | 4 (40%) |
| Over 3.5 Goals | 3 (30%) | 1 (10%) |
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Under 0.5 Goals | 1 (10%) | 2 (20%) |
| Under 1.5 Goals | 2 (20%) | 5 (50%) |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 7 (70%) | 6 (60%) |
| Under 3.5 Goals | 7 (70%) | 9 (90%) |
Waterford United have scored 2+ goals in 20% of home games this season, Derry City in 0% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 0.5 Goals Scored | 7 (70%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 1.5 Goals Scored | 3 (30%) | 3 (30%) |
| Over 2.5 Goals Scored | 2 (20%) | 0 (0%) |
| Over 3.5 Goals Scored | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 0.5 Goals Conceded | 9 (90%) | 6 (60%) |
| Over 1.5 Goals Conceded | 3 (30%) | 2 (20%) |
| Over 2.5 Goals Conceded | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Over 3.5 Goals Conceded | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Total Goals Scored | 12 (1.2 avg) | 10 (1 avg) |
| Total Goals Conceded | 12 (1.2 avg) | 8 (0.8 avg) |
Waterford United regularly reach high corner counts at home (80%), while Derry City are lower on the road (60%). The home side are likely to dominate the corner count in this fixture.
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 7.5 Corners | 8 (80%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 8.5 Corners | 8 (80%) | 6 (60%) |
| Over 9.5 Corners | 6 (60%) | 6 (60%) |
| Over 10.5 Corners | 5 (50%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 11.5 Corners | 4 (40%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 12.5 Corners | 4 (40%) | 4 (40%) |
Waterford United have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 20% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 40% of home matches.
Derry City have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 40% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 30% of away matches.
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 4.5 Corners For | 5 (50%) | 7 (70%) |
| Over 5.5 Corners For | 4 (40%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 6.5 Corners For | 2 (20%) | 4 (40%) |
| Over 7.5 Corners For | 1 (10%) | 2 (20%) |
| Over 8.5 Corners For | 1 (10%) | 1 (10%) |
| Waterford United (Home Form) | Derry City (Away Form) | |
|---|---|---|
| Last X Matches | 10 | 10 |
| Over 4.5 Corners Against | 7 (70%) | 6 (60%) |
| Over 5.5 Corners Against | 6 (60%) | 5 (50%) |
| Over 6.5 Corners Against | 4 (40%) | 3 (30%) |
| Over 7.5 Corners Against | 3 (30%) | 2 (20%) |
| Over 8.5 Corners Against | 2 (20%) | 1 (10%) |
Statistical picks combined into a daily accumulator. Each selection backed by match data and recent form analysis.
What is the prediction for Waterford United vs Derry City?
Under 2.5 Goals — Waterford United have stayed under 3 goals in 70% of home games, Derry City in 60% of away games. Both sides point toward a tight, low-scoring match.
Which team is likely to win, Waterford United or Derry City?
Derry City hold a slight form advantage away (40% wins) over Waterford United at home (20% wins) in Premier Division. A competitive fixture with the visitors potentially having the edge.
Will both teams score in the match between Waterford United and Derry City?
Possibly — Waterford United frequently see both teams score at home (70%), while Derry City are lower on the road (50%). The home side are likely to score, but a reply from the visitors is less certain.
Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Waterford United and Derry City?
Uncertain — Waterford United have seen Over 2.5 Goals in 30% of home games, Derry City in 40% of away games in Premier Division. The stats don't point strongly in either direction.
Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Waterford United or Derry City?
Waterford United have the stronger scoring record — 2+ goals in 20% of home games compared to Derry City's 0% away. The home side look the more likely to score multiple times.
Will there be many corners in the match between Waterford United and Derry City?
Possibly — Waterford United regularly reach high corner counts at home (80%), while Derry City are lower on the road (60%). The home side may drive the corner count in this fixture.
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