Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Prediction, Lineups & Odds
Back Bit O'Reds to Cause Blues Problems
We will split our stake on the Asian Handicap between 0 and +0.5 when wagering Sligo +0.25 at 1.98 against Waterford. We need a victory for a full payout although the draw means a return is on the cards.
3-2 Victory for Waterford in Last H2H
Waterford have lost their last five games. Away at Tallaght Stadium, they recently suffered a 2-0 defeat against Shamrock Rovers. Keith Long's side ended up with just 38% possession and one shot on target.
Sligo Rovers have lost in their previous four outings. In a recent home game at Showgrounds, they were turned over 2-1 by Galway United. The Bit O'Reds enjoyed 63% possession and recorded two shots on goal, with Owen Elding on the scoresheet.
Waterford triumphed in the last clash between these teams. A 3-2 away win was recorded against Sligo at Showgrounds. The past 10 H2H matches have seen Waterford triumph five times, one draw and four Sligo wins.
Premier Division | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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11 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 9 | 21 | -12 | 9:21 | 9 |
10 | ![]() |
11 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 16 | 24 | -8 | 16:24 | 7 |
3 wins and 7 losses, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.5 shots on goal and 7.5 attempts. Waterford have had 46.1% possession and 4.6 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.7 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 10.0 attempts, while being awarded 5.4 corners.
Top goalscorer Padraig Amond has found the net 3 times, Kyle White 2, with Kacper Radkowski and two other players on 1. Rowan McDonald has made the most assists with 2.
Sligo Rovers – Last 10 League GamesRovers have 1 victory, 8 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.2 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 7.6 attempts. John Russell's team have averaged 53.2% possession, 4.1 corners taken and 4.5 corners against, while conceding 2.3 goals from 6.2 shots on goal and 10.6 attempts.
Owen Elding is the leading scorer with 4 goals, followed by Cian Kavanagh on 2, with Francely Lomboto and two others bagging 1. William Fitzgerald has managed to clock up 3 assists in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Waterford confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Stephen McMullan (GK), Navajo Bakboord, Grant Horton, Kacper Radkowski, Darragh Leahy, James Olayinka, Tom Lonergan, Kyle White, Conan Noonan, Padraig Amond, Trae Coyle.
Sligo Rovers confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Sam Sargeant (GK), Conor Reynolds, Gareth McElroy, John Mahon, Reece Hutchinson, Jad Hakiki, Jake Doyle-Hayes, Ronan Manning, Owen Elding, Cian Kavanagh, William Fitzgerald.
Expert Premier Division Analysis
Injuries and suspensions are taken into account by the experts at jeetwin88.com. Our football tips are also shaped by the latest form, with the stats playing a big part before predictions are made.
Key Waterford vs Sligo Rovers league stats:
Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Prediction
Sligo +0.25 on the Asian Handicap looks like a sensible play at a price of 1.98. They should be able to swerve a loss in this Premier Division game and we’re confident that the away team can land a victory.
Lots of bettors wanting to back Sligo to cover the line will look to combine this pick in a Bet Builder. This provides you with the opportunity to secure a bigger price by featuring a number of selections.
Sligo +0.25 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 50.6% chance of winning. However, our tipsters have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
Our Pick
Sligo Asian Hcp +0.25 @ 1.98
Correct Score Prediction
There are betting odds of 13.00 that Sligo land a 2-1 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.
Latest Correct Score Odds
Corners Prediction
There’s been a corner average of 8.60 in the past ten matches involving Sligo, with under 10.5 corners being awarded in four of the previous five Waterford games. The Total Corners line could be on the high side based on the stats and 1.67 is available to back.
Corner Stats


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Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Odds
Bookies favourites Waterford are regarded as the likeliest winners for this Premier Division game and the 1.95 about them triumphing means a 51% chance of winning based on their current betting odds. For those wanting to back Sligo Rovers, you will find 3.50 about this outsider.
You can back Over 2.5 Goals or Under 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at 1.80 on the BTTS market.
The Draw No Bet market is popular for Premier Division matches, with the football betting sites offering Waterford at 1.44 and Sligo Rovers are priced at 2.63 for the win.
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Full Time Result
1
1.95
X
3.40
2
3.50
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Half Time Result
1
2.63
X
2.20
2
4.33
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Double Chance
1X
1.29
12
1.30
X2
1.80
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Both Teams to Score
Yes
1.80
No
1.95
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Draw No Bet
1
1.44
2
2.63
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Asian Handicap
1 Hcp -0.5
2.03
2 Hcp +0.5
1.83
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Total Goals
Under 2.5
1.85
Over 2.5
1.95
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Total Corners
Under 9.5
2.00
Over 9.5
1.73
Best Betting Offers
Waterford
Head to Head
Waterford vs Sligo
- Premier Division: 15/02 2025 Sligo 2 Waterford 3
- Premier Division: 31/08 2024 Sligo 2 Waterford 0
- Premier Division: 07/06 2024 Waterford 4 Sligo 1
- Premier Division: 03/05 2024 Sligo 0 Waterford 1
- Premier Division: 29/03 2024 Waterford 0 Sligo 1
- Premier Division: 02/10 2021 Sligo 1 Waterford 1
- Premier Division: 18/07 2021 Waterford 1 Sligo 0
- Premier Division: 15/05 2021 Sligo 3 Waterford 0
- Premier Division: 26/03 2021 Waterford 1 Sligo 2
- Premier Division: 26/09 2020 Waterford 1 Sligo 0
Team Stats
Waterford Stats
Sligo Rovers Stats
Full time Result
- 3 wins, 7 defeats and 0 draws in previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 home matches
Full time Results
- 1 wins, 8 defeats and 1 draws in previous 10 matches
- 0 wins, 6 defeats and 4 draws in previous 10 away matches
Goals
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
Goals
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 2.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
Corners
- An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 6.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 12.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
Corners
- An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 6.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.00 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
Possession
- An average of 46.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 home matches
Possession
- An average of 53.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
Team News
If you’re looking for Waterford vs Sligo team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.
If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Premier Division squads.
Waterford vs Sligo Rovers Lineups
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Sligo Rovers Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Waterford FC Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Sligo Rovers Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Waterford FC Substitutes
- 3Ryan Burke
- 4Andrew Boyle
- 7Ben McCormack
- 11Maarten Pouwels
- 14Jesse Dempsey
- 19Sam Glenfield
- 27Dean McMenamy
- 31Bradley Wade
- 47Sean Keane
Sligo Rovers Substitutes
- 6Matty Wolfe
- 10Stephen Mallon
- 14Oskar van Hattum
- 19Francely Lomboto
- 23Kyle McDonagh
- 27Connor Malley
- 31Conor Walsh
- 42Conor Cannon
- 71Daire Patton
Previous Waterford Lineups
Previous Sligo Rovers Lineups
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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