Dundalk FC vs Derry City FC Prediction: Both teams will take a run at victory

As the League of Ireland Premiership's 29th round approaches, an exciting encounter is set to unfold at Oriel Park, featuring Dundalk FC and Derry City. Dundalk lost to Shamrock Rovers in their last league game while Derry City was held down to a draw by Bohemians. Here are carefully curated tips for your consideration.

Form in all competitions: LWWDD

Dundalk lost to the league leaders in a fiercely contested game which ended in a narrow loss to Dundalk. Their last 5 games across all competitions have produced 2 wins, 2 draws and a loss and they’ll be hoping for a positive outcome when they take on Derry City on Friday.

Dundalk has executed a notable transformation in their recent performances. Their cumulative league performance comprises 12 triumphs, 7 stalemates, and 9 losses across 28 matches played. Spearheading the team's offensive endeavors, Patrick Hoban emerges as a pivotal figure, raising the possibility of witnessing his goal-scoring prowess on the upcoming Friday.

Form in all competitions: DLLWL

Derry City is currently encountering difficulties in the league, having secured just a single victory in their last five league matches. This includes three losses and a draw. Their most recent match against Bohemian concluded with a 2-2 draw, and as they gear up to face Dundalk on Friday, they'll be aiming for a more favorable result.

Throughout the season, Derry City's performance has been notably commendable. With a total of 13 wins, 8 draws, and 6 losses from 27 games played, they have demonstrated their competitiveness in the league. Spearheading the team's efforts on goals this season is Jordan McEneff, making a significant impact on their offensive performances.

A critical look at the last 9 games between them produced 2 wins for Dundalk, 3 wins for Derry City, and 4 draws.

Both teams are in excellent form at the moment, with Derry City enjoying an unbeaten run of four league matches, while Dundalk has secured two consecutive league victories. Anticipating an exciting and lively match, we predict goals from both sides. Our initial forecast is for both teams to score, offering odds of 1.80. Furthermore, we anticipate that each team will score a minimum of two goals in this matchup.

Additionally, the corner count tends to be substantial when these teams meet due to their offensive approach. We also recommend considering a corner bet for this encounter.