Cork City and Derry City face each other on Saturday 11.01.2025, at 17:30 (UK Time), in a Irish Premier League 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 Derry City, 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.
APWin predictions for Cork City vs Derry City
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Over 2.5 Goals
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Cork City preview
Cork City heads into the match with the following record in the Irish Premier League: in 35 matches, Cork City secured 4 victories, 12 draws, and 19 losses, maintaining an average of 0.69 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Cork City's 2025 season, the team has achieved a total of 4 victories so far.
Cork City has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 33 goals, of which 33 were scored in the Irish Premier League, resulting in an average of 0.94 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Sean Maguire, who has found the back of the net 4 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 60 goals in the Irish Premier League (an average of 1.71 per game) and 60 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.71 per match in the 2025 campaign.
Derry City preview
Derry City comes into the game with 35 matches played so far in the Irish Premier League. They have secured 17 victories, 9 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.71 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025 season, the team has recorded 18 wins, 9 draws, and 10 losses.
Derry City's attack has been highly effective, scoring 53 goals during this period. Of that total, 51 were netted in the Irish Premier League, with an average of 1.46 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.43.
Derry City's offensive system is led by Michael Duffy, the team's top scorer this season. The irish forward has found the back of the net 11 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Michael Duffy. The forward has contributed with 11 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 39 goals with an average of 1.11 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 42 goals in 37 matches, averaging 1.14 per match.
Head to head: Cork City vs Derry City
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 | D L L L L |
0.69 |
| Home | L D W W L |
1.18 |
| Away | D L L L L |
0.22 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 11% | 24% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.66 | 2.35 | 2.94 |
| Scored | 0.94 | 1.12 | 0.78 |
| Conceded | 1.71 | 1.24 | 2.17 |
| Both Teams to Score | 69% | 71% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 18% | 6% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 18% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 34% | 35% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.21 | 1.41 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.73 | 1.53 | 1.93 |
Away Team
Derry City
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W D D |
1.71 |
| Home | W W D D D |
1.83 |
| Away | W D W W L |
1.59 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 49% | 50% | 47% |
| Goals | 2.57 | 2.67 | 2.47 |
| Scored | 1.46 | 1.72 | 1.18 |
| Conceded | 1.11 | 0.94 | 1.29 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 61% | 53% |
| Without Conceding | 31% | 39% | 24% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 6% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 34% | 67% | 29% |
|
xG
|
1.45 | 1.69 | 1.19 |
|
xGA
|
1.2 | 0.91 | 1.52 |
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