Derry City and Cork City face each other on Friday 08.08.2025, at 19:45 (UK Time), in a Premier Division 2025 match. The game will take place at Derry City's home ground, the Brandywell Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Derry City and Cork 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.
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Derry City preview
Derry City heads into the match with the following record in the Premier Division: in 26 matches, Derry City secured 12 victories, 5 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.58 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Derry City's 2025 season, the team has achieved a total of 13 victories so far.
Derry City has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 38 goals, of which 36 were scored in the Premier Division, resulting in an average of 1.38 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Michael Duffy, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Michael Duffy has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, Derry City has conceded 29 goals in the Premier Division (an average of 1.12 per game) and 32 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.14 per match in the 2025 campaign.
Cork City preview
Cork City comes into the game with 26 matches played so far in the Premier Division. They have secured 3 victories, 9 draws, and 14 losses, maintaining an average of 0.69 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025 season, the team has recorded 3 wins, 9 draws, and 14 losses.
Cork City's attack has been highly effective, scoring 27 goals during this period. Of that total, 27 were netted in the Premier Division, with an average of 1.04 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.04.
Cork City's offensive system is led by Sean Maguire, the team's top scorer this season. The irish forward has found the back of the net 3 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Cathal O'Sullivan. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 46 goals with an average of 1.77 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 46 goals in 26 matches, averaging 1.77 per match.
Head to head: Derry City vs Cork City
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Derry City
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L W W |
1.58 |
| Home | D W W D |
1.85 |
| Away | L L W W |
1.31 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 46% | 54% | 38% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.92 | 2.08 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.92 | 0.85 |
| Conceded | 1.12 | 1 | 1.23 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 62% | 38% |
| Without Conceding | 35% | 38% | 31% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 0% | 38% |
| 1st to Score | 54% | 69% | 38% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.7 | 1.04 |
|
xGA
|
1.13 | 0.89 | 1.37 |
Away Team
Cork City
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L L D |
0.69 |
| Home | W L D D L |
1.14 |
| Away | L L L |
0.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 12% | 21% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.81 | 2.36 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.04 | 1.07 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.77 | 1.29 | 2.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 77% | 71% | 83% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 14% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 21% | 17% |
| 1st to Score | 54% | 36% | 42% |
|
xG
|
1.21 | 1.37 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.59 | 1.42 | 1.78 |
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