Dundalk vs Drogheda Tips & Predictions - Lillywhites to Win in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division
Dundalk are coming into this Republic of Ireland Premier Division match with strong form, making them favorites against a struggling Drogheda side. The recommended bet is for a Dundalk win in the Full Time Result market, with odds at 1.62. Given recent performances, Dundalk appear well-placed to secure victory, reinforcing their status as the top selection for this fixture.
- Dundalk are a solid home side and rarely lose
- Drogheda have have lost a lot of recent away games
- A Republic of Ireland Premier Division home win is predicted
Dundalk vs Drogheda Preview
Dundalk have had some good recent wins against decent Republic of Ireland Premier Division opponents. Drogheda are on a long losing streak away and it’s worth backing a home victory on Friday.
- Dundalk vs Drogheda Preview
- Drogheda on a 5 Match Losing Streak
- H2H - Dundalk Advantage
- Dundalk Are Pushing for Europe
- Drogheda Stuck in a Relegation Battle
- Predicted Starting Lineups & Team News
Drogheda on a 5 Match Losing Streak
- Dundalk have won 2 of their last 3 home games.
- Drogheda have lost 5 consecutive away matches.
H2H - Dundalk Advantage
Dundalk have a 32-18 advantage against Drogheda, alongside 17 draws.
Dundalk Are Pushing for Europe
Dundalk are fourth in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division and seven points off the European qualification spots.
Ciaran Kilduff’s side were undefeated in five, including four victories. The County Louth outfit also won twice at home in that streak, beating Shamrock Rovers 1-0 and Derry City 2-1.
The Lilywhites' unbeaten run ended after a 3-2 loss against Waterford. Dundalk had 23 shots and 1.47 XG in that match.
Kilduff’s team then lost back-to-back games for the first time since April, following a 2-1 defeat at Shelbourne. John Wilson scored in the fourth minute and Dundalk conceded twice late in the first half.
Drogheda Stuck in a Relegation Battle
Drogheda have dropped down the Republic of Ireland Premier Division table after a downturn in form. They are just two points above the relegation zone and have failed to win in eight successive matches.
The Drogs have lost four consecutive away games during their winless streak. Drogheda's most recent loss on the road was a 2-0 defeat at Derry City, where they had no shots on target.
Kevin Doherty’s team also lost 2-0 at home against Bohemians on Friday. Mark Doyle scored an early own goal and Drogheda conceded a late second.
Predicted Starting Lineups & Team News
Dundalk (4-2-3-1): Enda Minogue; John Wilson, Rob Cornwall, Bobby Burns, Tyreke Wilson; Aodh Dervin, Shane Tracey; Declan McDaid, Ronan Teahan, Daryl Horgan; Gbemi Arubi
Winger Norman Garbett and goalkeeper Conor Kearns are injured.
Defender Conor O'Keeffe is also sidelined due to injury.
Drogheda (4-2-3-1): Luke Dennison; Edwin Agbaje, Conor Keeley, Leo Burney, Conor Kane; Shane Farrell, Ryan Brennan; Jason Bucknor, Brandon Kavanagh, Thomas Oluwa; Mark Doyle
Defensive trio Andrew Quinn, Owen Lambe and Kieran Cruise are injured and ruled out.
Striker Warren Davis is also injured and unavailable.
Verdict
Dundalk are a decent side and have much better form heading into this clash against out-of-form Drogheda. Sticking with a Lilywhites win is the best bet in this Republic of Ireland Premier Division clash.
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