Dundalk vs Shamrock Rovers prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on May 15, 2026
Premier Division Ireland
In the 17th round of the Ireland Premier Division on May 15, 2026, Dundalk and Shamrock Rovers will face off. The two clubs are still in the race for the championship.
Dundalk vs Shamrock Rovers: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from County Louth played in the Premiership for sixteen consecutive seasons and even won it – but in 2024, they were relegated. However, after an immediate return, they are now battling for leadership in the top division. Only against Sligo in April did they end an unbeaten streak. After that, they only managed a draw against a weak Waterford, losing all other matches, including to Bohemians.
The "Tallaght" giants missed out on the title in 2024 for the first time in five seasons, but managed to reclaim it last year. Now, they are clearly determined to retain it, although not everything is going smoothly and slip-ups happen. Still, after a 0-1 loss to Derry City, they have won three in a row.
The ambitious newcomer averages 1.69 goals scored per match, but also concedes quite a few—1.63 on average. The reigning champions average 1.69 goals scored and 0.81 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Dundalk vs Shamrock Rovers
In 2024, Shamrock won both encounters. However, this season there has already been a draw.
The leader is unlikely to slow down. The prediction is a win for the leader with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.70).
Dundalk vs Shamrock Rovers: Key Stats and Trends
- Dundalk has lost three of their last four matches
- 69% of Dundalk's matches end with goals from both teams and an average total of 3.31 goals per match
- Shamrock Rovers have won six of their last seven matches
- 50% of Shamrock Rovers' matches end with goals from both teams and an average total of 2.5 goals per match
Dundalk vs Shamrock Rovers: Probable Starting Line-ups
Dundalk lines up in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible line-up): Kearns – Wilson, Leonard, Warren, Wilson – Dervin, Groom – Tiahan, McDaid, Horgan – Arubi. Garbett and Cornwall (the latter due to suspension) are out, Kearns is questionable.
Shamrock Rovers play with a 1-3-1-4-2 formation (possible line-up): McGinty – Grace, Lopes, Matthews – Healy – Byrne, Mally, Sobowale, Clarke – Burke, Noonan. Gaffney and Mandroiu are unavailable.
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