Waterford host Galway United in the Premier Division on Friday 24 April, with kick-off at 19:45 (WAT) at Regional Sports Centre. Waterford are 7th with 43 points from 36 games (in the bottom half), while Galway United sit 8th on 42 points (in the bottom three). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Waterford's last 5: DDLLL Most recently they drew with Bohemians 1–1 away. At home they have won 0 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 2.2 conceded.
Galway United's last 5: LWWLW Most recently they lost to Dundalk 1–2 away. On the road they have won 1 and lost 3 of their last 4. They average 1.7 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Galway United arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.5 points a game against 0.3.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 16 March 2026, finished Galway United 4–3 Waterford.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 1.2 for Waterford and 1.5 for Galway United. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 50%, both teams to score at 62%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Waterford 33%, draw 22%, Galway United 45%.
Both teams to score: yes (62%) at 1.67.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 74% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Waterford 1–1 Galway United. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Waterford33%fair 3.05 · @3.05
Draw22%fair 4.59 · @3.35
Galway United45%fair 2.20 · @2.26
2.71Expected goals
1.22Waterford xG
1.49Galway United xG
62%Both score
50%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
0–110%
1–29%
1–08%
0–27%
2–17%
From our goals model: Waterford 1.2 – 1.5 Galway United expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Waterford vs Galway United?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Waterford vs Galway United?
On our numbers Waterford have a 33% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Galway United 45%.
How many goals will there be in Waterford vs Galway United?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 50% likely and both teams score 62% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Waterford vs Galway United?
Our predicted score is Waterford 1–1 Galway United, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Waterford vs Galway United?
Waterford vs Galway United (Premier Division) kicks off on Friday 24 April 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Regional Sports Centre.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
