Dundalk FC vs Shelbourne FC Prediction: A win or draw for Shels

In the 30th round of the League of Ireland Premiership, Shelbourne will face off against Dundalk at The Oriel Park. Shelbourne is slowly losing its grip on the League of Ireland table as it is now in second place, although it has an outstanding game at hand. Dundalk on the other hand continues to languish at the bottom of the league table and the fear of relegation is rising now more than ever. We believe Shelbourne will stay. Please see the carefully prepared tips.

Form in the league: DLDWL

Dundalk has continued to face challenges in the league this season as they continue to languish at the bottom of the league table and have secured only 5 wins from the 27 games played so far in the league. With only 9 games left to the end of the season, Dundalk risks relegation if they continue with their current poor form. Their overall league statistics are 5 victories, 9 draws, and 13 losses from 27 league games. 

Form in the League: DLDDW

Shelbourne is now without a win in their last 4 league games with three draws and a loss and this has affected their position at the top of the league table. Shelbourne is now second place in the league as they are behind league leaders Derry City on goals but they still have a game in hand and must ensure they win to get back on top. Their most recent league game against Bohemian ended in a 1-1 draw. 

Shelbourne continues to wax stronger in their pursuit of League of Ireland Premiership glory this season and Will Jarvis continues to impress for Shelbourne with 8 goals scored this season. They are in second place in the league with a game in hand and level on points with the league leaders Derry City. Shelbourne has an overall league record of 13 wins, 10 draws, and 4 losses from a total of 27 league games.

A critical look at the last 20 games between them produced 10 wins for Dundalk, 4 wins for Shelbourne, and 6 draws. 

Dundalk has had a challenging season so far with only 5 victories from the 27 games they’ve played this season, they also continue to steer closer to the relegation zone with each passing week. Shelbourne on the other hand is without a loss in their last 7 games in all competitions and they also continue to strive for their position at the top of the league table. It’s a very important game for both teams as they both need the win here so we believe Shelbourne will not lose, the worst-case scenario is a draw for Shels. Dundalk on the other hand cannot be underestimated as they are also a strong team who are facing challenges as a team. We might get a goal from Dundalk here and both teams will find the net at 2.11 odds.