Shelbourne FC vs Waterford FC Prediction: Shelbourne is still at the top of the league

The upcoming 17th round of the League of Ireland Premiership match at Tolka Park between Waterford and Shelbourne promises to be a tough game. Shelbourne must secure a win or a draw in this game to uphold their position at the top of the league as they are a single point above their closest rivals Derry City while Waterford will be hoping to build on their impressive three consecutive league victories. We expect an intense match-up here with a win or draw for Shelbourne. Please see the carefully prepared tips for you. 

Shelbourne FC (1st)

Form: DDDWD

Shelbourne’s form in the league has dwindled as they have only secured a win in their last five league games accompanied by 3 consecutive draws in their last three league games. Their most recent league game against Drogheda United ended in a 1-1 draw and they’ll be hoping for a positive outcome as they prepare to take on Waterford on Friday. 

They are still top of the League but they need to be careful as a loss in this game will be costly to their current position. Shelbourne will aim for victory in this game and their overall league records are 7 wins, 7 draws, and 2 losses from a total of 16 league games played. 

Waterford FC (4th)

Form: WWWLD

Despite being newly promoted, Waterford has exceeded our expectations in the league this season. They have recently secured three consecutive league victories with three wins, a draw, and a loss in their last five league games. Their most recent league game against Dundalk ended in a 4-1 victory and they’ll be hoping for a positive outcome here on Friday. Their overall league statistics are 6 victories, 4 draws, and 5 losses from a total of 15 games played.  

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 7 encounters produced 3 victories for Shelbourne, 3 draws, and a win for Waterford. 

Expert Betting Tips

Waterford has resurged in form with three consecutive league victories in their last three league games. Shelbourne on the other hand is yet to secure a win in their last three league games and they are in dire need of a win here to keep their position at the top of the league table. The prediction here is for a very intense encounter with both teams aiming for victory. Our prediction is goals from both teams here. Waterford has scored a total of seven goals in their last two league games and with their form we should see a minimum of a goal from Waterford here and they’ll most likely give Shelbourne a run for their money.