Shelbourne FC vs Drogheda United FC Prediction: Both teams are yet to lose a league game

The defending champions have started the new season with phenomenal form as they remain the only team to win their first two games in the League of Ireland Premier Division. Shelbourne is unbeaten in the four league games they’ve played this season, while Drogheda United also remains unbeaten in the league this season. It’s always a tough encounter whenever these teams meet, and we can be sure of an amazing game here at the Tolka Park. Let’s see how far they can go. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, their key stats, and my expert opinion. 

Shelbourne FC (3rd)

Form in the league: WWDD

The defending champions had a sensational run in the League of Ireland Premiership last season as manager Damien Duff led Shelbourne to another prestigious title victory. They started the new season with a sensational performance against Derry City, which ended in a 3-1 victory. Their second league game against Waterford was a tough one, which ended in a narrow 0-1 victory, their third against Shamrock Rovers ended in a 1-1 while their last league game against Galway United also ended in a 1-1 draw. Shelbourne will now aim for a third league win against a familiar opponent on Friday.  

Drogheda United (2nd)

Form in the league: WDWD

Drogheda United had a very poor campaign in the league last season as they finished at the second-bottom of the league and had to fight for their place this season in the relegation playoff zone. However, they started the new season on a great note, and they still remain unbeaten in the league after four games played. Their opening game of the season against St Patrick’s ended in a goalless draw, their second league game of the season against Sligo Rovers ended in a 3-0 victory, their third league game against Galway United ended in a 1-1 draw and lastly they secured a narrow 0-1 victory against Bohemian in their last league game.  

Head-To-Head-Statistics

A critical look at their last 10 encounters produced 4 wins for Shelbourne, 2 wins for Drogheda United, and 4 draws. 

Expert Betting Tips

Both teams are unbeaten in the league this season, and they are also level on points in the league table. I don’t expect a loss for the defending champions here, and we’ll go with a minimum of a win or a draw for Shelbourne and a total of under 3.5 goals. Another important option to leverage is the corner options, as there has been a low number of corner counts in their respective games since the start of the season. Lastly, the chances of the game ending in a draw are high as both teams remain unbeaten in the league this season. 

Our first prediction is a total of under 9.5 corners for 1.66 odds at 1xBet.

Our second prediction is a full-time draw or both teams to score for 1.77 odds at Betway.

Our third prediction is a win or draw for Shelbourne and a total of under 2.5 goals for 1.80 odds at Bet365.