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Last updated: Wed 26 Aug 2026 10:42
KuPS and Shamrock Rovers face off in the Conference League Qualifier after drawing 1-1 in the first leg. Both sides have a reputation for high-scoring matches and leaky defenses, with KuPS seeing BTTS in six straight games and Shamrock Rovers conceding heavily in recent fixtures. With both teams missing key players through injury and maintaining an attacking approach, the match is tipped to feature both teams scoring and the likelihood of over 2.5 goals.
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  • KuPS have conceded 15 goals in 7 home games
  • Shamrock Rovers haven’t kept a clean sheet in 5 matches
  • BTTS and over 2.5 goals have value in the Conference League
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Stephen Bradley's Shamrock Rovers have seen BTTS in their last 5 matches (Getty)
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KuPS and Shamrock Rovers are BTTS specialists and drew 1-1 in the first-leg. These sides are very leaky and more goals are expected in the Conference League Qualifier.

Key Stats 


  • KuPS have seen BTTS in 6 consecutive matches.
  • Shamrock Rovers have seen over 3.5 goals in 4 of their last 5 games.
  • Shamrock Rovers have seen BTTS in their last 5 matches. 

H2H 


KuPS and Shamrock Rovers drew 1-1 in the only previous meeting. 

KuPS Are BTTS Specialists


Finnish outfit KuPS have seen a lot of high-scoring results recently. The Yellow-Black have scored eight and conceded 10 in their last six fixtures in all competitions.

KuPS were eliminated from the Europa League after a 1-1 draw and a 2-1 defeat against Universitatea Craiova. 

Miika Nuutinen’s side dropped into the Conference League play-offs and drew 1-1 in the first leg at Shamrock Rovers. KuPS faced 18 shots, conceded first and Piotr Parzyszek scored a late equaliser.

The Yellow-Black then lost 4-2 at home against Mariehamn in the Veikkausliiga. Gustav Engvall and Piotr Parzyszek scored and KuPS had 19 shots and 1.36 XG. 

Shamrock Rovers Conceding Goals at an Alarming Rate


Stephen Bradley’s Shamrock Rovers score and concede a lot of goals. They have seen 22 total goals across their last five games.

The Hoops failed to progress to Europa League play-offs and were relegated to the Conference League. Rovers beat Egnatia 3-1 in the first leg and lost 5-1 in the return fixture. 

The Irish team drew 2-2 in their following game against St Patrick’s in the Irish Cup. Shamrock faced 17 shots, with nine on target.

Bradley’s side gave up a 1-0 lead and drew 1-1 against KuPS on Thursday. Enda Stevens struck just after half time and Rovers let in an 85th-minute leveller. 

Predicted Starting Lineups & Team News


KuPS (4-2-3-1): Johannes Kreidl; Saku Savolainen, Brahima Magassa, Kasim Adams, Clinton Antwi; Valentin Gasc, Saikou Touray; Tommi Jyry, Petteri Pennanen, Bob Armah; Jamie Moreno 

KuPS have no injuries or suspensions.

Striker Jaime Moreno is expected to lead the line after scoring 11 goals in all competitions this season. 

Shamrock Rovers (3-5-2): Ed McGinty; Lee Grace, Roberto Lopes, Enda Stevens; Tunmise Sobowale, Dylan Watts, Matthew Healy, Jack Byrne, Will Fitzgerald; Jonathan Afolabi, Graham Burke

Attackers Naj Razi, Victor Ozhianvunam, Daniel Grant and John McGovern are ruled out due to injury.

Defender Dan Cleary is also unavailable with a muscle issue. 

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Verdict

KuPS are BTTS regulars and concede loads at home. Shamrock Rovers are also conceding tonnes of goals and a high-scoring Conference League clash is likely.

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Alex was born in London and studied at Swansea University in Wales. He used to work as a teacher in London but changed a few years ago to work as a full-time sports writer. Mostly enjoys watching and writing about football, cricket, golf, rugby and tennis.

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