Waterford and Drogheda United face each other in an official match of the 2026 Irish Premier League season. The game takes place at Waterford Regional Sports Centre on Friday, 10/04/2026, at 19:45 (UK Time).
Our experts have prepared predictions for Waterford vs Drogheda United, 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 Waterford vs Drogheda United
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Waterford preview
Waterford comes into the match having played 10 games in the Irish Premier League so far. They have recorded 0 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 0.4 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 0 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses.
Waterford's attack has scored 8 goals during this period. Out of this total, 8 goals were scored in the Irish Premier League, averaging 0.8 goals per match. The season's average stands at 0.8.
The offence system of Waterford is led by Tom Lonergan as the top scorer of the season. The irish forward has scored 3 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Jörgen Voilas, who has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 21 goals with an average of 2.1 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 21 goals conceded in 10 matches, resulting in an average of 2.1.
Drogheda United preview
On the other hand, Drogheda United comes into the match having played 10 games in the Irish Premier League so far. They have recorded 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses, with an average of 1 points per game in the tournament.
In the 2026 season across all competitions, the team has achieved 2 wins, 4 draws, and 4 losses.
Drogheda United's attack has scored 11 goals during this period. Out of this total, 11 goals were scored in the Irish Premier League, averaging 1.1 goals per match. The season's average stands at 1.1.
The offence system of Drogheda United is led by Mark Doyle as the top scorer of the season. The irish forward has scored 4 goals. He is supported by the season's best assistant, Andrew Quinn, who has contributed with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 14 goals with an average of 1.4 in the league. In all competitions, the current numbers are 14 goals conceded in 10 matches, resulting in an average of 1.4.
Head to head: Waterford vs Drogheda United
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Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L D L |
0.4 |
| Home | D D D L L |
0.6 |
| Away | L L L D L |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 3 | 2.14 | 3.75 |
| Scored | 0.87 | 0.86 | 0.88 |
| Conceded | 2.13 | 1.29 | 2.88 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 57% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 7% | 14% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 47% | 43% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 27% | 14% | 38% |
|
xG
|
1.24 | 1.18 | 1.29 |
|
xGA
|
2.24 | 2.19 | 2.28 |
Drogheda United
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L W W L |
1.8 |
| Home | W W L L D |
1.4 |
| Away | L W D L L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 38% | 29% |
| Goals | 2.87 | 2 | 3.86 |
| Scored | 1.27 | 1 | 1.57 |
| Conceded | 1.6 | 1 | 2.29 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 38% | 86% |
| Without Conceding | 40% | 63% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 25% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 27% | 63% | 29% |
|
xG
|
1.14 | 1.25 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.63 | 1.52 | 1.76 |
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