Derry City vs Cork City Prediction, Lineups & Odds

Derry City

Cork City FC
Expect a Tight Affair
We’re wagering Cork +1 on the Asian Handicap when they play Derry at 1.98. Money is returned for a one goal defeat and we will see a healthy payout from this pick if the visitors win or draw.
Derry Are 8 From 10 on the Head-to-Head
Derry City drew on the road in their last game. A 0-0 scoreline was played out against Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium. The Northern Ireland side had only 33% possession and one shot on target.
Cork City drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home at Turner's Cross Stadium against Drogheda United. Tim Clancy's team boasted 65% possession and had three shots on goal, while Ruairi Keating was on the scoresheet.
Derry have beaten Cork on four consecutive occasions. In their last encounter, Derry claimed a 1-0 away win at Turner's Cross Stadium. The past 10 H2H matches have included eight Derry wins along with two draws.
Premier Division | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 14:14 | 17 |
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11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 12 | 18 | -6 | 12:18 | 10 |
3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.7 goals from 10.0 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal. Derry have had 50.6% possession and 3.8 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.0 goals from 10.1 attempts and 3.3 shots on goal, while earning 2.9 corners.
Top scorer Michael Duffy has found the net 4 times, with Patrick Hoban, Colm Whelan and William Patching getting 1 each. Dominic Thomas and Daniel Mullen have recorded the most assists with 1 apiece.
Cork City – Last 6 League GamesCork have won 1, lost 1 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.3 goals from 8.8 attempts and 2.8 shots on goal. The Rebel Army average 49.2% possession, 6.3 corners awarded and 6.0 corners against them, while conceding 1.3 goals from 11.2 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal.
Ruairi Keating is top of the team’s scoring charts with 3, while Kitt Nelson, Alex Nolan, Sean Maguire and Malik Dijksteel have 1. Rio Shipston has been the top assist maker with 2 in the last 6 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Derry City confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Brian Maher (GK), Ronan Boyce, Hayden Cann, Kevin Holt, Ben Doherty, Adam O'Reilly, Carl Winchester, Michael Duffy, Paul McMullan, Sean Patton, Liam Boyce.
Cork City confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Tein Troost (GK), Darragh Crowley, Milan Mbeng, Charlie Lyons, Benny Couto, Sean Murray, Rio Shipston, Cathal O'Sullivan, Kitt Nelson, Alex Nolan, Ruairi Keating.
Expert Premier Division Analysis
Getting the lowdown on injuries and studying the form guide are important duties ahead of making football picks. We also place great emphasis on the stats and a data-led approach can be effective.
Key Derry City vs Cork City league stats:
Derry City vs Cork City Prediction
Cork +1 could be the bet to place for this Premier Division clash. We can wager them at 1.98 and feel optimistic that the underdogs will give a good account of themselves and ensure things are competitive.
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Cork +1 Probability
The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 50.6% prospect of winning. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
Our Pick
Cork Asian Hcp +1 @ 1.98
Correct Score Prediction
We’re taking a correct score bet which involves a 1-1 scoreline. The odds of 8.00 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.
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Corners Prediction
There has been under 9.5 corners in eight straight Derry games. We’re expecting the teams to fall short of the line, with this Total Corners wager available at 1.91.
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Derry City vs Cork City Odds
The bookies betting odds have Derry City as 1.44 favourites for this Premier Division clash, implying that they are 69% likely to win the match. The market suggests that Cork City are least likely to win at 8.00.
The odds suggest that Under 2.5 Goals is the likelier outcome in this match. An alternative angle is a BTTS bet and Both Teams to Score No is available at 1.62.
If you fancy Derry City but want money back if this Premier Division match is a draw, then you can get 1.13. You can bet on Cork City at 6.00 on the Draw No Bet market.
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Full Time Result
1
1.44
X
4.10
2
8.00
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Half Time Result
1
2.00
X
2.25
2
7.50
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Double Chance
1X
1.08
12
1.22
X2
2.63
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Both Teams to Score
Yes
2.20
No
1.62
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Draw No Bet
1
1.13
2
6.00
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Asian Handicap
1 Hcp -1.25
2.05
2 Hcp +1.25
1.80
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Total Goals
Under 2.5
1.80
Over 2.5
2.00
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Total Corners
Under 9.5
1.91
Over 9.5
1.80
Best Betting Offers
Derry
Head to Head
Derry vs Cork
- Premier Division: 27/10 2023 Cork 0 Derry 1
- Premier Division: 23/06 2023 Derry 2 Cork 0
- Premier Division: 21/04 2023 Cork 1 Derry 3
- Premier Division: 24/02 2023 Derry 2 Cork 0
- Premier Division: 09/11 2020 Cork 1 Derry 1
- Premier Division: 21/08 2020 Derry 3 Cork 1
- Premier Division: 27/09 2019 Derry 4 Cork 0
- Premier Division: 28/06 2019 Cork 1 Derry 4
- Premier Division: 26/04 2019 Derry 2 Cork 0
- Premier Division: 01/03 2019 Cork 0 Derry 0
Team Stats
Derry City Stats
Cork City Stats
Full time Result
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in previous 10 home matches
Full time Results
- 1 wins, 1 defeats and 4 draws in previous 6 matches
- 0 wins, 1 defeats and 1 draws in previous 2 away matches
Goals
- An average of 0.70 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 2 of the previous 10 home matches
Goals
- An average of 1.33 goals scored and 1.33 conceded in the previous 6 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 2 away matches
- An average of 2.67 goals per game in the previous 6 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 2 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 6 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 2 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 6 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 1 of the previous 2 away matches
Corners
- An average of 3.80 corners awarded and 2.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.10 corners awarded and 2.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 10 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 home matches
Corners
- An average of 6.33 corners awarded and 6.00 corners conceded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 8.00 corners against in the last 2 away matches
- An average of 12.33 corners awarded in the last 6 matches
- An average of 13.00 corners awarded in the last 2 away matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 2 of the last 6 matches
- Had the most corners in 0 and least corners in 1 of the last 2 away matches
Possession
- An average of 50.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 60.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 home matches
Possession
- An average of 49.17% possession in the last 6 matches
- An average of 39.50% possession in the last 2 away matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 6 matches
- Most possession in 0 of the last 2 away matches
Team News
Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Derry vs Cork team news.
If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Premier Division squads.
Derry City vs Cork City Lineups
Derry City Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Cork City Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Derry City Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Cork City Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Derry City Substitutes
- 3Shane Ferguson
- 4Ciaron Harkin
- 6Mark Connolly
- 11Gavin Whyte
- 13Robbie Benson
- 17Dominic Thomas
- 24Sam Todd
- 26Arlo Doherty
- 35Glenn McCourt
Cork City Substitutes
- 13Conor Brann
- 19Matthew Kiernan
- 20Joshua Fitzpatrick
- 21Samuel Bailey
- 22Finn Dalton
- 23Freddie Anderson
- 27Harvey Skieters
- 34David Dunne
- 36Dara McCormick
Previous Derry City Lineups
Previous Cork City Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Derry City Injury Table
Cork City Injury Table
Irish Premier Division Table
2025 Season
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | Drogheda United | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 15:7 | 20 |
2 | St Patrick's | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 16:9 | 19 |
3 | Shamrock Rovers | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 16:11 | 18 |
4 | Shelbourne | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 14:10 | 18 |
5 | Galway United | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 16:13 | 17 |
6 | Derry City | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 14:14 | 17 |
7 | Bohemians | 11 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 13:14 | 15 |
8 | Cork City | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 12:18 | 10 |
9 | Waterford | 11 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 9:21 | 9 |
10 | Sligo Rovers | 11 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 16:24 | 7 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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1 | St Patrick's | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 11:5 | 12 |
2 | Shamrock Rovers | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:4 | 10 |
3 | Derry City | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:7 | 10 |
4 | Drogheda United | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9:5 | 9 |
5 | Shelbourne | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:6 | 9 |
6 | Bohemians | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 6:5 | 9 |
7 | Cork City | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:8 | 9 |
8 | Galway United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 6:6 | 7 |
9 | Sligo Rovers | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6:9 | 3 |
10 | Waterford | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3:11 | 3 |
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