Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers preview and prediction
The match
The Premier Division sees Derry City take on Shamrock Rovers on Sunday 30 August, kicking off at 16:00 (WAT) at The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium. Derry City are 5th with 48 points from 36 games (in the top half), while Shamrock Rovers sit 1st on 68 points (top of the table). A gap of 20 points shows the difference in quality this season.
Form guide
Derry City's last 5: LWWDL Most recently they lost to Bohemians 3–5 away. They average 1.3 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Shamrock Rovers's last 5: LDDLW Most recently they lost to KuPS 0–1 away. On the road they have won 0 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 2.0 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 22 June 2026, finished Shamrock Rovers 1–1 Derry City. Across their last 2 meetings Derry City have won 0, Shamrock Rovers 1, with 1 draw and 1.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 1 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.6 goals: 1.3 for Derry City and 1.3 for Shamrock Rovers. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 48%, both teams to score at 60%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Derry City 39%, draw 24%, Shamrock Rovers 37%.
Both teams to score: yes (60%) at 1.70.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 73% chance at odds of 1.30. Predicted score: Derry City 1–1 Shamrock Rovers. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Derry City39%fair 2.58 · @2.60
Draw24%fair 4.20 · @3.35
Shamrock Rovers37%fair 2.67 · @2.60
2.60Expected goals
1.31Derry City xG
1.28Shamrock Rovers xG
60%Both score
48%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
1–010%
0–110%
2–18%
1–28%
0–07%
From our goals model: Derry City 1.3 – 1.3 Shamrock Rovers expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 73% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.30.
Who will win Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers?
On our numbers Derry City have a 39% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Shamrock Rovers 37%.
How many goals will there be in Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 48% likely and both teams score 60% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers?
Our predicted score is Derry City 1–1 Shamrock Rovers, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers?
Derry City vs Shamrock Rovers (Premier Division) kicks off on Sunday 30 August 2026 at 16:00 (West Africa Time) at The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.
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.
