Waterford and Sligo Rovers face each other on Friday 08.22.2025, at 19:45 (UK Time), in a Premier Division 2025 match. The game will take place at Waterford's home ground, the Waterford Regional Sports Centre.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Waterford and Sligo Rovers, 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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Waterford preview
Waterford heads into the match with the following record in the Premier Division: in 27 matches, Waterford secured 10 victories, 4 draws, and 13 losses, maintaining an average of 1.26 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Waterford's 2025 season, the team has achieved a total of 10 victories so far.
Waterford has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 32 goals, of which 32 were scored in the Premier Division, resulting in an average of 1.19 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Pádraig Amond, who has found the back of the net 10 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Conan Noonan has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, Waterford has conceded 46 goals in the Premier Division (an average of 1.7 per game) and 46 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.7 per match in the 2025 campaign.
Sligo Rovers preview
Sligo Rovers comes into the game with 27 matches played so far in the Premier Division. They have secured 7 victories, 5 draws, and 15 losses, maintaining an average of 0.96 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025 season, the team has recorded 7 wins, 5 draws, and 15 losses.
Sligo Rovers's attack has been highly effective, scoring 33 goals during this period. Of that total, 33 were netted in the Premier Division, with an average of 1.22 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.22.
Sligo Rovers's offensive system is led by Owen Elding, the team's top scorer this season. The english midfielder has found the back of the net 7 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, William Fitzgerald. The midfielder has contributed with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 46 goals with an average of 1.7 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 46 goals in 27 matches, averaging 1.7 per match.
Head to head: Waterford vs Sligo Rovers
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L W W L |
1.26 |
| Home | L W D W |
1.31 |
| Away | D W L L L |
1.21 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 38% | 36% |
| Goals | 2.89 | 2.85 | 2.93 |
| Scored | 1.19 | 1.15 | 1.21 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1.69 | 1.71 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 54% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 15% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 37% | 31% | 43% |
| 1st to Score | 52% | 54% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.2 | 1.38 | 1.02 |
|
xGA
|
1.67 | 1.49 | 1.84 |
Away Team
Sligo Rovers
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W W D |
0.96 |
| Home | L W D W W |
1.07 |
| Away | L W D L |
0.85 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 26% | 29% | 23% |
| Goals | 2.93 | 2.5 | 3.38 |
| Scored | 1.22 | 1.14 | 1.31 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1.36 | 2.08 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 57% | 46% |
| Without Conceding | 15% | 14% | 15% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 29% | 38% |
| 1st to Score | 52% | 36% | 38% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 1.21 | 1.22 |
|
xGA
|
1.84 | 1.59 | 2.12 |
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