* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Football Whispers' Predictions for Drogheda United vs Dundalk
Dundalk currently sit 10pts behind the league leaders Shamrock Rovers but do have two games in hand, so a win is needed to help close the gap somewhat and keep Dundalk in the title race. Hosts Drogheda United haven't had the best of seasons so far but still look like they will avoid relegation this season as there are two teams with fa fewer points on the board.
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Dundalk to Win
We're backing Dundalk to secure all 3pts on Friday night just as they have done in three of their last five competitive meetings with Drogheda United. The visitors sit 19pts clear of Drogheda as things stand and have won five of their last six matches in all competitions, while their hosts are without a win in their last four fixtures and lost their last match against St Patrick's.
Both Teams to Score – No
Both teams have scored in just two of the last five league meetings between these two clubs and we're fully expecting Dundalk to keep a clean sheet on their way to victory this Friday. Dundalk have kept clean sheets in each of their last five competitive fixtures and look so strong at the back right now, while Drogheda United have failed to score in their last two league games.
Drogheda United vs Dundalk: Key Stats & Figures
Last Five - Drogheda United
16/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Dundalk
Drogheda United
1
0
L
10/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
UCD
Drogheda United
0
1
W
06/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Bohemians Dublin
Drogheda United
3
1
L
03/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Sligo Rovers
Drogheda United
0
1
W
24/02/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United
1
1
D
Last Five - Dundalk
24/03/23
Republic of Ireland Leinster Senior Cup Republic
Shelbourne
Dundalk
4
0
L
16/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Drogheda United
Dundalk
0
1
W
10/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Derry City
Dundalk
0
0
D
06/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
Shelbourne
Dundalk
1
2
W
03/03/23
Republic of Ireland Premier Division RIP
St Patricks
Dundalk
0
5
W
Dundalk aiming to reduce the gap on the league leaders with a win
Drogheda United made the trip to St Patrick's Athletic last time out but probably wish they had stayed at home. King put the hosts in front shortly before the halftime break after good work from Forrester. With 4-minutes left on the clock, Doyle made it 2-0 and then added a third goal in stoppage-time to make the final scoreline 3-0 to St Patrick's.
Drogheda Predicted Lineup: McCabe, Massey, Weir, Quinn, Deegan, Brennan, Markey, Nugent, Heeney, Foley & Williams
Dundalk used their home advantage against bottom side UCD well, despite the pair going in at the break goalless. McMillan put Dundalk in front in the 51st-minute and Sloggett made it 2-0 just before the hour mark. Deep into stoppage-time, Ward scored a third and final goal for the hosts to keep them in the title race.
Dundalk Predicted Lineup: Shepperd, Boyle, Connolly, Leahy, Macari, Benson, Sloggett, Doyle, Adams, McMillan & Kelly
Team News
Drogheda United: the hosts have no fresh injury concerns or suspended players.
Dundalk: Brian Gartland had a foot injury that could keep him from making the trip to Drogheda.
Your Questions for Drogheda United vs Dundalk
- Who are the favourites to win? – Dundalk are the favourites to win.
- What was the score when these two teams last met? – Dundalk 4-1 Drogheda.
- What time is kick-off? – 19:45 GMT, 20:45 CET.
