Waterford United vs Shelbourne on June 23, 2025 prediction, match preview, betting tips and odds
Premier Division Ireland
Game Prediction
In the 21st round of the Irish Premier Division, a match between Waterford United and Shelbourne will take place on June 23, 2025. It's a battle for a place in the upper part of the league table.
Our Prediction for Waterford United vs Shelbourne
The team from Munster managed to collect 45 points last season. That was enough to avoid relegation risk – they finished in a safe seventh position. Duff's men were able to surprise everyone. In 2024, they finished ahead of all, even outpacing Shamrock Rovers by a couple of points. That earned them a first title since 2006.
However, staying at the top proves difficult. The champions have nearly as many wins as losses and are sitting in the middle of the table. In the last round, they lost 0-1 to Derry City. Their current opponent, meanwhile, actually loses half of their matches. Still, they managed a 2-1 home win against Bohemians.
John Coleman's side score 1.05 goals per round, conceding more than one and a half times more – 1.63. The still-reigning champions score 1.14 goals per match, while letting in almost as many, 1.05, into their own net.
Waterford United vs Shelbourne: Key Stats and Trends
- Waterford United have been unable to win for five consecutive matches
- 53% of Waterford's games end with goals from both teams, and the average total goals per match is 2.68
- Shelbourne have recorded only their third win since mid-April
- 57% of Shelbourne's games end with goals from both teams, and their average total goals per match is 2.19.
Waterford United vs Shelbourne: Possible Starting Lineups
Waterford United (probable lineup): McMullan – Burke, Leahy, MacDonald, Horton – White, Olayinka, Glenfield, Noonan – Lonergan, Amond
Shelbourne (probable lineup): Healy – Caffrey, Wilson, Ledwidge, Coyle, O'Sullivan – McEnroe, Lanny, Chapman – Wood, Martin
Past Meetings: Waterford United vs Shelbourne
After four consecutive victories in official head-to-heads, Shelbourne lost 0-1 at home in the spring.
Free Prediction for Waterford United vs Shelbourne
The visitors are given a slight advantage. Considering the hosts' prolonged slump, we suggest betting on an away win with a Draw No Bet option (odds – 1.82).
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's position in the Irish Premier Division table.