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Derry City vs Sligo Rovers

Derry City vs Sligo Rovers: Expert Analysis and Predictions

General Overview

The upcoming clash between Derry City and Sligo Rovers is poised to be an exciting encounter, with both teams demonstrating competitive form this season. The match statistics suggest a high-scoring affair, with an average total of 3.88 goals expected. Both teams have shown a tendency to score, which is reflected in the close odds for both teams to score and over 1.5 goals. With an average of 2.74 goals scored and 2.94 conceded, the match promises plenty of action.

Derry City

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Sligo Rovers

WWDLDDate: 2025-10-03Time: 18:45Venue: The Ryan McBride Brandywell

Predictions:

MarketPredictionOddResult
Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half88.10% 1.14 Make Bet
Over 1.5 Goals78.90% 1.29 Make Bet
Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half79.90% 1.25 Make Bet
Over 0.5 Goals HT76.60% 1.36 Make Bet
Home Team To Score In 2nd Half60.10% Make Bet
Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half62.70% Make Bet
Over 4.5 Cards59.40% Make Bet
Both Teams To Score53.00% 2.00 Make Bet
Sum of Goals 2 or 353.40% 1.95 Make Bet
Over 2.5 Goals53.20% 1.85 Make Bet
Last Goal Minute 0-7257.10% Make Bet
Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half51.20% Make Bet
First Goal Between Minute 0-2951.60% 1.83 Make Bet
Under 5.5 Cards48.90% Make Bet
Avg. Total Goals2.98% Make Bet
Yellow Cards3.50% Make Bet
Avg. Goals Scored1.84% Make Bet
Avg. Conceded Goals2.24% Make Bet
Red Cards1.60% Make Bet

Betting Predictions

1st Half Predictions

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds at 87.80 suggest a low probability of this occurring, indicating expectations for early goals.
  • Over 1.5 Goals: With odds at 79.80, there’s a strong likelihood of more than one goal being scored throughout the match.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds at 57.70 imply that Sligo Rovers may struggle to find the net early on.
  • Over 0.5 Goals HT: Odds at 76.70 indicate that at least one goal is expected by halftime.
  • First Goal Between Minute 0-29: Odds at 52.90 suggest an early goal is anticipated.

2nd Half Predictions

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds at 77.20 indicate a moderate chance of no further goals in the second half.
  • Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: Derry City is favored to score in the second half, with odds at 60.40.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds at 51.30 suggest Sligo Rovers may not score after halftime.
  • Last Goal Minute 0-72: Odds at 57.30 hint at a goal occurring within the first three-quarters of the match.

Odds on Goals and Cards

  • Over 4.5 Cards: With odds at 56.30, there’s an expectation of several bookings during the game.
  • Under 5.5 Cards: Odds at 49.40 suggest a slightly lower number of cards than expected.
  • Sum of Goals 2 or 3: Odds at 54.50 indicate a likely outcome of two or three goals being scored in total.
  • Over 2.5 Goals: With odds at 57.40, more than two and a half goals are anticipated.
  • Avg. Yellow Cards: Expected to be around 2.80, indicating some disciplinary actions.
  • Avg. Red Cards: Expected to be around 1.30, suggesting potential for serious foul play.
  • Avg. Goals Scored: Derry City averages around 2.74 goals per game, while Sligo Rovers concedes approximately 2.94 goals on average.
  • Avg. Conceded Goals: Derry City concedes around 2.94 goals per game, highlighting their defensive challenges.
  • Both Teams To Score: Odds at 57.70 reflect the likelihood of both teams finding the net during the match.

Predictions Summary

In conclusion, this fixture is expected to be dynamic with both teams likely to score and over two and a half goals predicted overall. Early goals are anticipated, with Derry City potentially gaining an advantage in the second half as indicated by their favorable odds to score after halftime.