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Drogheda United vs St. Patrick’s Athletic

Drogheda United vs St. Patrick’s Athletic Expert Analysis

This upcoming match between Drogheda United and St. Patrick’s Athletic is anticipated to be a closely contested affair, with both teams displaying strong performances in recent fixtures. The betting odds reflect a cautious approach, particularly in the second half, with high probabilities for no goals being scored by either team. The match is expected to be tactical, with potential opportunities for both sides to score, especially in the first half. The likelihood of a card-heavy game is notable, suggesting a competitive and possibly intense match.

Betting Predictions

Scoring Trends

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 94.50
  • Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 85.80
  • Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 76.30
  • Over 0.5 Goals HT: 70.80
  • Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 66.30
  • Away Team To Score In 1st Half: 52.70
  • Over 1.5 Goals: 62.10
  • Under 2.5 Goals: 59.30

Cards and Discipline

  • Over 4.5 Cards: 62.90
  • Under 5.5 Cards: 59.00

Goal Expectations

  • Avg. Total Goals: 2.78
  • Avg. Goals Scored: 1.78
  • Avg. Conceded Goals: 1.20

No Scoring Odds

  • Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 61.30
  • Both Teams Not to Score: 59.00

Predictions and Insights

The match is likely to see a cautious start from both teams, with a strong possibility of no goals being scored in the first half (76.30). However, the odds suggest that the home team Drogheda United has a higher chance of scoring in the first half (66.30) compared to their opponents (52.70). As the game progresses into the second half, it becomes increasingly likely that neither team will score (94.50), indicating a potential defensive strategy or fatigue.

The betting market also highlights a high probability of more than four cards being shown during the match (62.90), reflecting an expectation of physical and competitive play, possibly leading to bookings for dissent or aggressive challenges.

The average total goals expected (2.78) suggest that while there might be some scoring opportunities, they are not abundant enough to predict an open and high-scoring game, aligning with the defensive trends indicated by other odds.

In summary, this match is expected to be tightly contested with minimal scoring, particularly in the latter stages, and a notable likelihood of disciplinary actions due to competitive play.