Drogheda United vs Shelbourne prediction & analysis
84%
Footrivo pick
Shelbourne or draw
Very strong pick · fair odds 1.18 · bookmaker 1.25 · Won ✓
10/10Rating
1.25Odds
2
Value bet: Shelbourne to win @ 1.92 – our chance 61% vs 52% implied by the price (edge +18%). Bigger price, more risk. Lost ✗
Quick tips for this match
ResultShelbourne to win ✗61% · @1.92
Double chanceShelbourne or draw ✓84% · @1.25
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓58% · @1.77
GoalsOver 1.5 goals ✓74% · @1.30
Correct scoreCorrect score 0–1 ✗12% · fair 8.21
Drogheda United vs Shelbourne preview and prediction
The match
Drogheda United host Shelbourne in the Premier Division on Friday 19 June, with kick-off at 19:45 (WAT) at Weavers Park. Drogheda United are 9th with 40 points from 36 games (in the bottom three), while Shelbourne sit 4th on 49 points (in the top four).
Form guide
Drogheda United's last 5: LDDLW Most recently they lost to St Patrick's Athl. 0–2 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 2.0 conceded.
Shelbourne's last 5: WDDWD Most recently they beat Shamrock Rovers 2–1 at home. They average 1.2 scored and 0.8 conceded.
Shelbourne arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.7 points a game against 0.8.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 24 April 2026, finished Shelbourne 3–4 Drogheda United. Across their last 2 meetings Drogheda United have won 1, Shelbourne 1, with 0 draws and 5.0 goals per game; both teams scored in 2 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.7 goals: 0.8 for Drogheda United and 1.9 for Shelbourne. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 50%, both teams to score at 58%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Drogheda United 16%, draw 23%, Shelbourne 61%.
Safer route: Shelbourne or draw (84%) at 1.25.
Both teams to score: yes (58%) at 1.77.
Value angle: Shelbourne to win at 1.92 – 61% on our numbers against 52% implied by the price.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Shelbourne or draw – a 84% chance at odds of 1.25, above our fair price of 1.18, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Drogheda United 0–1 Shelbourne. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Drogheda United16%fair 6.43 · @3.80
Draw23%fair 4.32 · @3.50
Shelbourne61%fair 1.63 · @1.92
2.75Expected goals
0.85Drogheda United xG
1.90Shelbourne xG
58%Both score
50%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
0–112%
0–212%
1–110%
1–210%
0–37%
0–06%
From our goals model: Drogheda United 0.8 – 1.9 Shelbourne expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Drogheda United vs Shelbourne?
Our pick is Shelbourne or draw with a 84% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Drogheda United vs Shelbourne?
On our numbers Drogheda United have a 16% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Shelbourne 61%.
How many goals will there be in Drogheda United vs Shelbourne?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 50% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Drogheda United vs Shelbourne?
Our predicted score is Drogheda United 0–1 Shelbourne, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Drogheda United vs Shelbourne?
Drogheda United vs Shelbourne (Premier Division) kicks off on Friday 19 June 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Weavers Park.
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.
