Drogheda United and Waterford face each other in an official match of the 2026 Irish Premier League season. The game takes place at Hunky Dorys Park on Friday, 29/05/2026, at 19:45 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Drogheda United vs Waterford, based on a detailed statistical review of both teams. Our goal is to assist bettors in making profitable decisions, which is why we offer the best free prediction for today.
APWin predictions for Drogheda United vs Waterford
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Correct Score: 1 - 0
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Drogheda United preview
Drogheda United comes into the match having played 18 games in the Irish Premier League so far. They have recorded 5 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses, with an average of 1.11 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 5 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses.
Drogheda United's attack has scored 22 goals during this period. Out of this total, 22 goals were scored in the Irish Premier League, averaging 1.22 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.22.
The offence system of Drogheda United is led by Mark Doyle as the top scorer of the season. The irish forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Brandon Kavanagh, who has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 29 goals with an average of 1.61 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 29 goals conceded in 18 matches, resulting in an average of 1.61.
Waterford preview
On the other hand, Waterford comes into the match having played 18 games in the Irish Premier League so far. They have recorded 1 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses, with an average of 0.56 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 1 wins, 7 draws, and 10 losses.
Waterford's attack has scored 18 goals during this period. Out of this total, 18 goals were scored in the Irish Premier League, averaging 1 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.
The offence system of Waterford is led by Tom Lonergan as the top scorer of the season. The irish forward has scored 7 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Evan McLaughlin, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 37 goals with an average of 2.06 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 37 goals conceded in 18 matches, resulting in an average of 2.06.
Head to head: Drogheda United vs Waterford
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Drogheda United
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L W L |
0.8 |
| Home | D W W L L |
1.4 |
| Away | L L L W D |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 28% | 33% | 22% |
| Goals | 2.83 | 2 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 1.22 | 1 | 1.44 |
| Conceded | 1.61 | 1 | 2.22 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 44% | 89% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 56% | 11% |
| Failed To Score | 11% | 22% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 44% | 56% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.11 | 1.2 | 1.01 |
|
xGA
|
1.66 | 1.54 | 1.78 |
Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L W D L D |
1 |
| Home | W D D D D |
1.4 |
| Away | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 6% | 11% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.06 | 2.44 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 1 | 1.11 | 0.89 |
| Conceded | 2.06 | 1.33 | 2.78 |
| Both Teams to Score | 61% | 67% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 6% | 11% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 39% | 33% | 44% |
| 1st to Score | 44% | 11% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.25 | 1.26 | 1.25 |
|
xGA
|
2.12 | 1.98 | 2.25 |
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