Bray Wanderers host Kerry in the First Division on Friday 31 July, with kick-off at 19:45 (WAT) at Carlisle Grounds.
Form guide
Bray Wanderers's last 5: WWWWL Most recently they beat Cobh Ramblers 2–1 away. At home they have won 3 and lost 0 of their last 3. They are scoring freely – 2.5 goals a game. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Kerry's last 5: WDDLW Most recently they beat Finn Harps 2–1 at home. On the road they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 1.3 conceded.
Bray Wanderers arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.5 points a game against 1.8.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 22 May 2026, finished Kerry 2–2 Bray Wanderers. Across their last 2 meetings Bray Wanderers have won 1, Kerry 0, with 1 draw and 3.5 goals per game; both teams scored in 2 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.8 goals: 1.7 for Bray Wanderers and 1.1 for Kerry. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 53%, both teams to score at 59%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Safer route: Bray Wanderers or draw (81%) at 1.17.
Both teams to score: yes (59%) at 1.73.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Over 1.5 goals – a 76% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Bray Wanderers 1–1 Kerry. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Bray Wanderers58%fair 1.72 · @1.65
Draw23%fair 4.31 · @3.85
Kerry19%fair 5.35 · @4.90
2.78Expected goals
1.72Bray Wanderers xG
1.07Kerry xG
59%Both score
53%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–111%
1–011%
2–110%
2–09%
0–17%
0–06%
From our goals model: Bray Wanderers 1.7 – 1.1 Kerry expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Bray Wanderers vs Kerry?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Bray Wanderers vs Kerry?
On our numbers Bray Wanderers have a 58% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Kerry 19%.
How many goals will there be in Bray Wanderers vs Kerry?
We expect about 2.8 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 53% likely and both teams score 59% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Bray Wanderers vs Kerry?
Our predicted score is Bray Wanderers 1–1 Kerry, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.8 goals in total.
When is Bray Wanderers vs Kerry?
Bray Wanderers vs Kerry (First Division) kicks off on Friday 31 July 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Carlisle Grounds.
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.
