Shamrock Rovers will be aiming to extend their lead at the top of the League of Ireland Premier Division table when they welcome Waterford to the Tallaght Stadium on Friday night. The visitors are currently in eighth place in the division at the time of writing, and are certainly underdogs here.
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Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford prediction: League leaders to get back on track?
Key Stats
- Shamrock's 2-0 defeat away to Bohemians last time out ended an 11-game unbeaten run.
- Waterford have only won once in six league matches.
- Shamrock have won eight of the last nine H2Hs.
Correct score prediction: Shamrock Rovers 2-1 Waterford
Given their superior league position and home advantage, Shamrock should be confident of taking all three points here. However, given how the previous H2Hs have gone, Waterford should be confident of at least getting themselves on the scoresheet.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Shamrock strong favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 4/11 (1.36) – 73.3%
- DRAW: 17/5 (4.40) – 22.7%
- AWAY: 11/2 (6.50) – 15.4%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Unsurprisingly, Shamrock have been installed as odds-on favourites with bookmakers to claim all three points. A draw is rated just above a Waterford victory, as shown by the implied probabilities.
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Most recent H2Hs: Shamrock completely dominant
As mentioned previously, Shamrock have won eight of the last nine meetings. They have been completely dominant, although the previous five H2Hs have also seen both teams score.
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 01/11/24
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford FC
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 02/08/24
Waterford FC
Shamrock Rovers
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 06/05/24
Shamrock Rovers
Waterford FC
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 01/04/24
Waterford FC
Shamrock Rovers
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 05/11/21
Waterford FC
Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers preview: No fresh concerns
Shamrock have no new injury concerns or suspensions to report heading into this clash. Thus, they could field a very strong XI.
Predicted lineup: McGinty (GK); Lopes, Cleary, Grace; Grant, Healy, Byrne, McEneff, Honohan, Greene & Burke
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 09/05/25
W
Drogheda United
0
Shamrock Rovers
3
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 05/05/25
W
Sligo Rovers
0
Shamrock Rovers
2
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 02/05/25
D
Cork City
1
Shamrock Rovers
1
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 25/04/25
D
Shelbourne
2
Shamrock Rovers
2
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 21/04/25
L
Bohemians Dublin
3
Shamrock Rovers
2
Waterford preview: Also have a fully fit squad
Like their opponents, Waterford will also have a fully fit squad to choose from on their travels. Padraig Amond is their main danger man, having scored a total of nine goals already this season.
Predicted lineup: McMullan (GK); Horton, McDonald, Leahy, Burke; Noonan, Olayinka, Glenfield, Dempsey; Amond & Lonergan
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 09/05/25
W
Galway United
0
Waterford FC
1
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 05/05/25
W
Shelbourne
0
Waterford FC
1
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 02/05/25
W
Bohemians Dublin
1
Waterford FC
2
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 25/04/25
W
Derry City
1
Waterford FC
2
Republic of Ireland Premier Division 21/04/25
L
Cork City
2
Waterford FC
1
Player to watch: Graham Burke
Graham Burke is enjoying an impressive season for Shamrock with no fewer than nine goals to his name so far in all competitions. His individual record against Waterford is also incredible, having won 11 out of 13 matches he has played against them.
In those games, Burke has also managed to score a total of eight times, while also grabbing a handy two assists. Waterford will know just how much of a danger he is, and will do very well to keep him quiet throughout the whole match.