Athlone Town host Kerry in the First Division on Friday 1 May, with kick-off at 19:45 (WAT) at Athlone Town Stadium.
Form guide
Athlone Town's last 5: WWLWL Most recently they beat Finn Harps 2–1 away. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Kerry's last 5: DDLLL Most recently they drew with Treaty United 1–1 at home. They average 1.2 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Athlone Town arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.5 points a game against 0.8.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 20 February 2026, finished Kerry 0–1 Athlone Town.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.3 for Athlone Town and 1.2 for Kerry. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 45%, both teams to score at 58%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Athlone Town 43%, draw 22%, Kerry 34%.
Both teams to score: yes (58%) at 1.80.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 76% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Athlone Town 1–1 Kerry. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Athlone Town43%fair 2.31 · @2.42
Draw22%fair 4.46 · @3.15
Kerry34%fair 2.91 · @2.95
2.50Expected goals
1.34Athlone Town xG
1.16Kerry xG
58%Both score
45%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
1–011%
0–19%
2–19%
0–08%
2–07%
From our goals model: Athlone Town 1.3 – 1.2 Kerry expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Athlone Town vs Kerry?
On our numbers Athlone Town have a 43% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Kerry 34%.
How many goals will there be in Athlone Town vs Kerry?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 45% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Athlone Town vs Kerry?
Our predicted score is Athlone Town 1–1 Kerry, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Athlone Town vs Kerry?
Athlone Town vs Kerry (First Division) kicks off on Friday 1 May 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Athlone Town 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.
