Main prediction: Bohemians to win
Alternative tip: double chance Bohemians
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The Irish Premier League 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. Waterford and Bohemians meet again this 09/08, at 15:00, at Waterford Regional Sports Centre. A match-up that always holds surprises.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Waterford have won 3 time(s). Bohemians have won 1. Bohemians are the favourites with a 20% chance according to the bookmakers.
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Prediction for Waterford vs Bohemians
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Overview Waterford vs Bohemians
Bohemians are favourites, with a 20% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Bohemians win are at 1.95 and a draw at 4.14.
In the Ireland Premier League, Waterford have 5 win(s), 10 draw(s) and 11 defeat(s), with 34 goal(s) scored and 47 conceded. The top scorer is Tom Lonergan, with 13 goal(s). On the other side, Bohemians have 12 win(s), 8 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 41 goal(s) scored and 28 conceded. Colm Whelan is the top scorer with 10 goal(s).
Waterford are unbeaten against Bohemians in 3 matches.
Waterford have conceded goals in all of their last 7 clashes against Bohemians.
Waterford are unbeaten in 5 matches in the Irish Premier League.
In the last 3 matches involving Waterford, all had under 2.5 goals.
In the last 4 matches involving Waterford, all had over 9.5 corners.
Bohemians are unbeaten in 4 matches in the league.
In the last 3 matches involving Bohemians, all had under 2.5 goals.
In the last 3 matches involving Bohemians, all had over 9.5 corners.
Head-to-head between Waterford and Bohemians
In 25 clashes, Waterford have the advantage over Bohemians: 12 win(s) against 8 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 06/04/2026, in the Irish Premier League. draw won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Waterford vs Bohemians, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Waterford: current form
Waterford have played 26 match(es) in the Irish Premier League.
See the team's performance in the Ireland Premiership 2026:
5 win(s), 10 draw(s), 11 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.96 point(s) per match
34 goals scored (1.31 per match)
Top scorer: Tom Lonergan (13 goal(s))
Bohemians: current form
For the visitors, Bohemians have played 26 match(es) in the Ireland Premiership.
See their performance:
12 win(s), 8 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.69 point(s) per match
41 goals scored (1.58 per match)
Top scorer: Colm Whelan (10 goal(s))
Waterford vs Bohemians key players
In the Irish Premier League, Tom Lonergan carries Waterford's attack with 13 goal(s).
The playmaker is Conan Noonan, leading in assists with 3. In the whole season, Tom Lonergan has 13 goal(s).
On the other side, Colm Whelan is the name that frightens the most for Bohemians with 10 goal(s) in the Irish Premier League.
In terms of playmaking, Dayle Rooney leads in assists with 4. In the whole season, Colm Whelan has accumulated 10 goal(s).
Waterford vs Bohemians statistics in the Irish Premier League
Waterford have an average of 11.39 corners and 2.38 cards per match. Bohemians have 10.19 corners and 1.81 cards. The statistics for Waterford vs Bohemians are in the table below.
Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D D W W |
2.2 |
| Home | W D L W W |
2 |
| Away | D W W D L |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 19% | 23% | 15% |
| Goals | 3.12 | 2.38 | 3.85 |
| Scored | 1.31 | 1.23 | 1.38 |
| Conceded | 1.81 | 1.15 | 2.46 |
| Both Teams to Score | 58% | 54% | 62% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 23% | 8% |
| Failed To Score | 35% | 31% | 38% |
| 1st to Score | 35% | 31% | 38% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.38 | 1.39 |
|
xGA
|
2 | 1.84 | 2.17 |
Bohemians
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L W D |
1 |
| Home | L D W W W |
2 |
| Away | L D W W L |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 46% | 31% | 62% |
| Goals | 2.65 | 2.46 | 2.85 |
| Scored | 1.58 | 1.31 | 1.85 |
| Conceded | 1.08 | 1.15 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 62% | 77% | 46% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 23% | 54% |
| Failed To Score | 12% | 8% | 15% |
| 1st to Score | 35% | 77% | 69% |
|
xG
|
1.67 | 1.73 | 1.61 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 1.14 | 1.2 |
More tips for Waterford vs Bohemians
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Correct score prediction for Waterford vs Bohemians
The visitors arrive as favourites in a duel that usually features goals from both sides. The numbers support this reading. Exact score: Waterford 1-2 Bohemians.
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Where to watch Waterford vs Bohemians
Check out where to watch the live match between Bohemians and Waterford:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Waterford and Bohemians
The line-ups for Waterford vs Bohemians in the Ireland Premiership are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Waterford line-up
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1
Stephen McMullan
Goalkeeper
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2
Jordan Houston
Defender
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3
Benny Couto
Defender
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4
Will Johnson
Defender
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5
John Mahon
Defender
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8
Evan McLaughlin
Midfielder
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9
Pádraig Amond
Forward
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10
Conan Noonan
Midfielder
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13
Kevin Long
Defender
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16
Hayden Cann
Defender
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18
Tom Lonergan
Forward
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Bohemians line-up
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6
Jordan Flores
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7
Connor Parsons
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10
Dawson Devoy
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12
Patrick Hickey
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15
Senan Mullen
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16
Darragh Power
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18
Douglas James-Taylor
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22
Sam Todd
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24
Cian Byrne
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25
Paul Walters
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26
Ross Tierney
The Bohemians starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Waterford vs Bohemians
Match: Waterford vs Bohemians
Tournament: Ireland Premiership 2026
Date: 09/08/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Waterford Regional Sports Centre
Broadcast: none scheduled
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