Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United prediction and betting tips on April 29, 2024
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Game Prediction
During the 3rd round of the Irish Premier League on April 29, 2024, Shamrock Rovers and Drogheda United will play against each other. Both teams haven't started in the best way, and the hosts are required to make amends in front of their fans.
Key statistics and trends:
The most common result in games between these clubs on Shamrock Rovers' field is 1-1 (6 times). Rovers score 47% of their goals between 46-60 minutes - the best percentage in the league. Drogheda hasn't won any of their last 8 away matches.
Shamrock Rovers - form analysis: The favorite is just warming up for now.
The "Hoops" were champions of Ireland four times in a row from 2020 to 2023, setting a national record with 21 titles. But currently, they are behind Derry City and Shelbourne, with the latter having a 5-point lead, albeit having played one more match. Since mid-March, they've won 5 out of 6 matches, albeit with a 1-2 loss at St. Patrick's. However, they've dropped points twice, not just against the league leader Shelbourne but also against Galway United, partly due to missing a penalty.
Drogheda United - form analysis: The club isn't as bad as it seems.
The "Drogs" are not highly rated and are only ahead of Dundalk. However, they've only played 11 matches, while most teams have played 2 more. Moreover, half of their losses, 2 out of 4, were at the start. Yet, they've managed 5 draws. The inability to win has hindered them from solidifying their position. But they finally won for the second time on Friday, securing a 3-1 victory at home against Sligo Rovers.
Shamrock Rovers: Team news
All of Bradley's players are fit.
Drogheda United: Team news
The coaching staff can bring in all the players they choose.
Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United: Possible starting lineups:
Shamrock Rovers (possible lineup): Peels - Cavana, Lopez, Hanohan - Clark, Watts, Nunan, Burns - Nugent, Green, Gaffney
Drogheda United (possible lineup): Barr - Kane, Cann, Kinney, Hine - Digan, Gallagher, Markey, Davis, Foley - Pierro
Previous matches
The "Drogs" managed not to lose in regular time for 7 straight games against the giants of recent years. However, in October, the "Hoops" thrashed the guests 5-0 at home.
Free prediction for the match Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United on April 29:
The guests struggle away, and the hosts understand they need to catch up with the leaders. The reigning champions will win against such an opponent with a handicap of "-1.5 goals" (odds - 1.81).