Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda Tips & Live Stream - Home Win Predicted in the Ireland Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers, currently in a tight Ireland Premier Division title race, are set to host Drogheda at Tallaght Stadium. The Hoops boast an unbeaten 12-game home streak and have won 11 of 15 matches at home this season. Drogheda occupy a relegation spot, having lost four of their last six games and struggling to find consistent form. With history and home advantage on their side, Shamrock Rovers are strongly positioned to secure a convincing win as both teams continue their respective battles at opposite ends of the table.
- Shamrock Rovers haven't lost at home since May
- Relegation-threatened Drogheda are inconsistent
- A high-scoring home win has value in the Ireland Premier Division
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Shamrock Rovers are the best home side in the Ireland Premier Division and know how to score at Tallaght Stadium. Drogheda are in unconvincing form and the Hoops can take advantage with a big home victory.
- Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda Preview
- Key Stats - Rovers Win at Home
- H2H - Hoops on Top
- Shamrock Rovers Pushing for the Title
- Drogheda in Relegation Danger
- Predicted Starting Lineups, Squads & Team News
Key Stats - Rovers Win at Home
- Shamrock Rovers have won 3 of their last 4 Ireland Premier Division home games.
- Shamrock Rovers have seen over 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 8 home matches.
- Drogheda have lost 4 of their last 6 competitive matches.
H2H - Hoops on Top
Shamrock Rovers have a 58-14 advantage against Drogheda, alongside 20 draws.
Shamrock Rovers Pushing for the Title
Stephen Bradley’s Shamrock Rovers are in a three-way race for the Ireland Premier Division title. They are level on 59 points with Bohemians and St Patrick's.
The Hoops have gained 36 of their points at home this season, winning 11 of 15 matches. Rovers are unbeaten in 12 consecutive home games in all competitions, winning eight.
The Dublin side’s only recent league defeat was a 1-0 away loss against title rivals St Patrick's.
Rovers hit back with a 3-2 home victory over Waterford before the international break. Aaron Greene and John McGovern scored as Shamrock dominated with 2.05 XG and 17 shots.
Drogheda in Relegation Danger
Drogheda are inside the Ireland Premier Division’s relegation zone. Kevin Doherty’s side trail eighth-placed Waterford on goal difference.
The Drogs are winless in six of their previous eight league matches. They were on a three-match losing streak before beating Sligo Rovers 2-0 and Shelbourne 2-1.
The County Louth outfit couldn’t maintain momentum and lost 2-1 at Bohemians. Drogheda were outplayed, allowing 2.01 XG and facing six shots on target.
Doherty’s team beat Trabzonspor 1-0 in a friendly game during the international break. The Drogs had just 37% possession and Edwin Agbaje scored an 86th-minute winner.
Predicted Starting Lineups, Squads & Team News
Shamrock Rovers (3-5-2): Ed McGinty; Lee Grace, Roberto Lopes, Cory O'Sullivan; Tunmise Sobowale, Dylan Watts, Matt Healy, Jack Byrne, Will Fitzgerald; Michael Noonan, Graham Burke
Defensive pair Enda Stevens and Cian Barrett won’t feature due to injury.
Midfielders Victor Ozhianvuna and Daniel Mandroiu and forward Danny Grant are also sidelined with injuries.
Drogheda (3-5-2): Luke Dennison; Andrew Quinn, Conor Keeley, Leo Burney; Edwin Agbaje, Alfie Bates, Brandon Kavanagh, Ethan O'Brien, Conor Kane; Warren Davis, Thomas Oluwa
Defender Owen Lambe is out with a knee injury and attacker Keegan Ancelin is unavailable due to a muscle issue.
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Verdict
Shamrock Rovers are the best home side in the Ireland Premier Division and control matches at Tallaght Stadium. The Hoops can seal a comfortable victory against relegation-threatened Drogheda.
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