Oppose a High-Scoring Game
Back Under 2.5 Goals at 1.75 for the match between Galway United and Waterford FC. The reason for our betting prediction is that we’re expecting a low-scoring affair including two goals or less.
Match Preview & H2H
Galway United drew against Bohemians at Terryland Park in their last game. The scoreline in this Premier Division match was 1-1, with Galway United having six shots on target and 33% of possession.
Waterford FC´s previous match was a 1-0 win against St Patrick’s at Waterford RSC. They had one shots on target and four corners in the Premier Division match, with Ben McCormack on the scoresheet.
When Galway United last played Waterford FC, it ended in a 0-0 scoreline at Waterford RSC.
The previous 2 matches have seen a draw occur on one occasion. Galway United have won on one occasion and Waterford FC have no victories.
Galway United – Last 10 League Games
4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 10.9 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal. Galway United have had 37.9% possession and 3.5 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 0.9 goals from 9.9 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 3.7 corners.
Stephen Walsh and Maurice Nugent are the leading goalscorers with 3, while Robert Slevin has 2. Conor James McCormack has recorded the most assists with 2.
Waterford FC – Last 10 League Games
Waterford FC have 7 victories and 3 defeats, with an average of 2.0 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 12.4 attempts. They have averaged 45.0% possession, 4.2 corners taken and 4.7 corners against, while conceding 1.1 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 13.8 attempts.
The leading scorer has been Padraig Amond with 6, while Connor Parsons and Maleace Asamoah have 3. Christie Pattison and Ben McCormack are the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Galway United (confirmed lineup): Brendan Clarke, Jeannot Esua, Garry Buckley, Killian Brouder, Robert Slevin, Conor James McCormack, Jimmy Keohane, Maurice Nugent, Patrick Hickey, Edward McCarthy, Stephen Walsh.
Waterford FC (confirmed lineup): Sam Sargeant, Darragh Power, Kacper Radkowski, Grant Horton, Darragh Leahy, Robert McCourt, Connor Evans, Ben McCormack, Dean McMenamy, Connor Parsons, Padraig Amond.
Expert Analysis
The football betting tips stem from knowing the team news and the latest form for each side. We work hard to unearth the most pertinent stats which can also act as a guide.
Key Galway United vs Waterford FC stats:
Both sides can keep things tight. That is why our tips for this Premier Division match is Under 2.5 Goals. Grab the 1.75 that two or less goals are scored.
Many punters looking for an alternative might want to take a look at the Both Teams to Score No option which will pay out providing at least one team fails to score.
Galway United vs Waterford FC Prediction
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Published 07:22, 10 July 2024
Galway United vs Waterford FC Odds
The bookies betting odds have Galway United as 1.85 favourites for this Premier Division clash, implying that they are 54% likely to win the match. Waterford FC are regarded as the least likely winner at 4.00.
The game is predicted to be a low-scoring one and that is borne out by Under 2.5 Goals trading at short odds. There are two Both Teams to Score options, with Yes on offer at 1.91 and No at 1.91.
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Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Galway United vs Waterford FC team news.
If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Premier Division squads.
Galway United vs Waterford FC Lineups
Galway United Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Galway United Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
1
Brendan Clarke
33
Jeannot Esua
26
Garry Buckley
5
Killian Brouder
4
Robert Slevin
22
C. James McCormack
20
Jimmy Keohane
6
Maurice Nugent
15
Patrick Hickey
24
Edward McCarthy
7
Stephen Walsh
31
Sam Sargeant
2
Darragh Power
17
Kacper Radkowski
5
Grant Horton
15
Darragh Leahy
18
Robert McCourt
14
Connor Evans
7
Ben McCormack
27
Dean McMenamy
10
Connor Parsons
9
Padraig Amond
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Galway United Substitutes
- 2Conor O’Keeffe
- 9Junior Ogedi-Uzokwe
- 10David Hurley
- 11Karl O’Sullivan
- 12Leonardo Gaxha
- 18Bobby Burns
- 19Francely Lomboto
- 21Colm Horgan
- 40Kieran McDonagh
Waterford FC Substitutes
- 1Matthew Connor
- 3Ryan Burke
- 4Niall O’Keeffe
- 20Sam Bellis
- 22Gbemi Arubi
- 26Adam Queally
- 36Joseph Forde
- 53Shane Flynn
- 77Kacper Skwierczynski
04 Jul
Premier Division
Galway United
1-1
Bohemians
28 Jun
Premier Division
Shelbourne
2-0
Galway United
13 Jun
Premier Division
Galway United
3-0
Drogheda Utd
04 Jul
Premier Division
Waterford
1-0
St Patrick’s
28 Jun
Premier Division
Dundalk
0-2
Waterford
13 Jun
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Waterford
0-1
Shelbourne
You can find out the Galway United vs Waterford FC lineups including substitutes ahead of kick-off. Check out our predicted lineups before getting confirmed starting 11s.
Irish Premier Division Table
| 1 | Shelbourne | 24 | 13 | 8 | 3 | 28:15 | 47 |
| 2 | Derry City | 25 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 40:22 | 44 |
| 3 | Waterford | 23 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 33:25 | 37 |
| 4 | Shamrock Rovers | 23 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 31:24 | 34 |
| 5 | Galway United | 22 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 18:16 | 31 |
| 6 | Sligo Rovers | 23 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 25:28 | 31 |
| 7 | St Patrick’s | 25 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 24:28 | 28 |
| 8 | Bohemians | 21 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 22:24 | 26 |
| 9 | Dundalk | 23 | 4 | 7 | 12 | 13:31 | 19 |
| 10 | Drogheda Utd | 23 | 3 | 8 | 12 | 22:43 | 17 |
| 1 | Derry City | 13 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 29:12 | 29 |
| 2 | Shelbourne | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 13:7 | 24 |
| 3 | Waterford | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 20:13 | 20 |
| 4 | St Patrick’s | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 16:13 | 20 |
| 5 | Shamrock Rovers | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 19:12 | 19 |
| 6 | Sligo Rovers | 12 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 11:9 | 19 |
| 7 | Galway United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9:6 | 16 |
| 8 | Drogheda Utd | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 15:17 | 14 |
| 9 | Dundalk | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4:9 | 14 |
| 10 | Bohemians | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10:12 | 12 |
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