Cork City and Waterford face each other on Friday 08.29.2025, at 19:45 (UK Time), in a Premier Division 2025 match. The game will take place at Cork City's home ground, the Turner's Cross.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Cork City and Waterford, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
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Cork City preview
Cork City heads into the match with the following record in the Premier Division: in 28 matches, Cork City secured 3 victories, 10 draws, and 15 losses, maintaining an average of 0.68 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Cork City's 2025 season, the team has achieved a total of 3 victories so far.
Cork City has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 27 goals, of which 27 were scored in the Premier Division, resulting in an average of 0.96 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Sean Maguire, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Cathal O'Sullivan has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, Cork City has conceded 49 goals in the Premier Division (an average of 1.75 per game) and 49 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.75 per match in the 2025 campaign.
Waterford preview
Waterford comes into the game with 28 matches played so far in the Premier Division. They have secured 10 victories, 4 draws, and 14 losses, maintaining an average of 1.21 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025 season, the team has recorded 10 wins, 4 draws, and 14 losses.
Waterford's attack has been highly effective, scoring 33 goals during this period. Of that total, 33 were netted in the Premier Division, with an average of 1.18 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.18.
Waterford's offensive system is led by Pádraig Amond, the team's top scorer this season. The irish forward has found the back of the net 10 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Conan Noonan. The midfielder has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 48 goals with an average of 1.71 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 48 goals in 28 matches, averaging 1.71 per match.
Head to head: Cork City vs Waterford
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Cork City
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W L L |
0.68 |
| Home | W L D D L |
1.14 |
| Away | L D L L L |
0.21 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 11% | 21% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.71 | 2.36 | 3.07 |
| Scored | 0.96 | 1.07 | 0.86 |
| Conceded | 1.75 | 1.29 | 2.21 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 71% | 71% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 14% | 7% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 21% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 36% | 36% | 36% |
|
xG
|
1.2 | 1.4 | 1.01 |
|
xGA
|
1.66 | 1.44 | 1.88 |
Away Team
Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L W W |
1.21 |
| Home | L L W D W |
1.21 |
| Away | D W L L L |
1.21 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 36% | 36% |
| Goals | 2.89 | 2.86 | 2.93 |
| Scored | 1.18 | 1.14 | 1.21 |
| Conceded | 1.71 | 1.71 | 1.71 |
| Both Teams to Score | 54% | 57% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 14% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 36% | 29% | 43% |
| 1st to Score | 36% | 57% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.2 | 1.38 | 1.01 |
|
xGA
|
1.71 | 1.57 | 1.86 |
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