Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers prediction and betting tips - May 31, 2024
Shelbourne will play their 18th round Premier Division match on Friday evening in Dublin at Tolka Park against Sligo Rovers. Here is a prediction for this match from the experts at Dailysports.
Shelbourne
The "Reds" finished only 7th last season, but they have started the new Premier Division campaign very well. Currently, after 19 matches, Shelbourne sits at the top of the table with 37 points, six points ahead of their nearest rival, Derry City.
Essentially, Damien Duff's team managed to create this gap in the last two rounds. Shelbourne secured a strategically important away victory over last year's champions, Shamrock Rovers (2-0), marking their third consecutive win. Meanwhile, Derry City collected only one point in their last two matches. In nine home matches, Shelbourne has lost only once, securing five victories in the process.
Sligo Rovers
"The Bit O' Red" are fighting to retain their place in the elite Irish division and are currently in eighth place in the standings. In 17 matches, Sligo Rovers have accumulated only 19 points, just four points ahead of the relegation zone. On the other hand, John Russell's team has two games in hand, and winning these matches could lift them to mid-table.
In their last Premier Division match, Sligo Rovers played an away game against second-placed Derry City, twice taking the lead but ultimately securing only one point (2-2). Notably, Sligo Rovers have not won in their last three matches. In eight away games, "The Bit O' Red" have secured only two victories, suffering three defeats.
Interesting facts about the match and Head-to-head history
- In the first match of this season, Shelbourne defeated Sligo Rovers away with a score of 1-0.
- Shelbourne has won four out of the last five matches in this fixture.
- The bet "Both teams to score" has only been successful in two of the previous five matches.
Shelbourne vs Sligo Rovers Prediction
Shelbourne is rightfully considered the favorite in this match, as the "Reds" have been very confident at home. Our bet here is "Shelbourne to win" with odds of 1.66.
