Shelbourne FC vs St Patrick’s Athletic FC Prediction: A very tough game ahead with St Patrick’s as the favorites

As the 29th round of the League of Ireland Premiership draws near, a captivating match is on the horizon at Tolka Park, showcasing the clash between Shelbourne FC and St Patrick's Athletic. Both sides emerged victorious in their recent league fixtures, and anticipation is high for what promises to be an exhilarating game. Below, we present thoughtfully crafted tips for your consideration.

Form in all competitions: WDDWL

Shelbourne recently clinched a close-fought triumph over Sligo Rovers, with Mark Coyle securing the lone goal of the match for the team. As they gear up to face St Patrick's Athletic on Friday, Shelbourne sets their sights on a favorable result, aiming to carry their momentum forward.

Across the ongoing season, Shelbourne has been resolutely working to secure a mid-table position within the league. Their comprehensive league statistics encompass 10 wins, 13 draws, and 5 losses in the 28 matches they have contested.

Form in all competitions: WWDWW

St. Patrick's Athletic is currently displaying impressive form in the league, they are trailing behind the league leaders, Shamrock Rovers by only 4 points. In their most recent league match against UCD, they secured a narrow 0-1 victory even though we expected lots of goals from them in that encounter.

Under the guidance of Thomas Clancy's leadership, the team seems to be heading in the right direction. However, to secure the top position in the league, they must maintain this momentum and continue their impressive performances. Their overall league statistics stand at 15 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses from the 28 games they have played so far.

A critical look at the last 9 games between them produced 6 wins for St Patrick’s, 2 wins for Shelbourne, and a draw.

Both teams are currently in good form, but St Patrick's Athletic stands out with an impressive streak of 7 unbeaten matches in the league. Furthermore, St Patrick's has demonstrated their superiority over Shelbourne in their previous encounters, as highlighted in the provided head-to-head statistics. Our initial prediction leans towards St Patrick's securing either a victory or a draw.

Given the notable gap in strength between the two teams, St Patrick's Athletic holds the upper hand. Shelbourne tends to adopt a defensive approach, which could potentially create some challenges for St Patrick's.