Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town preview and prediction
The match
Athlone Town travel to face Cobh Ramblers in the First Division on Friday 25 September (19:45 WAT). Cobh Ramblers are 6th with 49 points from 36 games (in the bottom half), while Athlone Town sit 7th on 48 points (in the bottom half). Only 1 point separates the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Cobh Ramblers's last 5: LWDDW Most recently they lost to Wexford 1–3 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They are scoring freely – 2.0 goals a game.
Athlone Town's last 5: WDWWW Most recently they beat Kerry 3–0 at home. On the road they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.8 scored and 0.8 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 10 July 2026, finished Athlone Town 2–0 Cobh Ramblers. Across their last 2 meetings Cobh Ramblers have won 0, Athlone Town 2, with 0 draws and 2.0 goals per game.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.2 for Cobh Ramblers and 1.2 for Athlone Town. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 44%, both teams to score at 57%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Cobh Ramblers 38%, draw 23%, Athlone Town 39%.
Both teams to score: yes (57%) at 1.62.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Both teams to score – a 57% chance at odds of 1.62. Predicted score: Cobh Ramblers 1–1 Athlone Town. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Cobh Ramblers38%fair 2.65 · @2.45
Draw23%fair 4.34 · @3.25
Athlone Town39%fair 2.55 · @2.50
2.45Expected goals
1.21Cobh Ramblers xG
1.24Athlone Town xG
57%Both score
44%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
0–111%
1–010%
0–09%
1–28%
2–18%
From our goals model: Cobh Ramblers 1.2 – 1.2 Athlone Town expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 57% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.62.
Who will win Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town?
On our numbers Cobh Ramblers have a 38% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Athlone Town 39%.
How many goals will there be in Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 44% likely and both teams score 57% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town?
Our predicted score is Cobh Ramblers 1–1 Athlone Town, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town?
Cobh Ramblers vs Athlone Town (First Division) kicks off on Friday 25 September 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time).
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.
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