Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Prediction & Betting Tips - Airtricity League
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by Sridhar Bhamidi | in Football Predictions
After slipping in their last match, Shamrock Rovers will look to maintain their lead at the top of the League of Ireland Premier Division standings when they host Sligo Rovers on matchday 35. This match on Friday at the Tallaght Stadium between the 1st-placed ‘Hoops’ and the 10th-placed ‘Rovers’ could be a test of the home team’s ability to maintain momentum.
With 65 points (W19, D8, L7), Shamrock have a three-point lead at the top against Bohemians. With one more round remaining, they can theoretically clinch the title with a win here and other results going their way.
Sligo are already relegated and would like to go out with a bang, although they are struggling to do so. They are guaranteed to finish bottom even if they win both their remaining games, although even that looks distantly difficult. Can the visitors rise up to the occasion and surprise the hosts while giving the chasing clubs a chance to win the title? Read more for our analysis, team news, and match predictions.
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Shamrock Rovers v Sligo Rovers Best Betting Odds
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1.13 | 7.00 | 13.00 |
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1.12 | 8.00 | 17.00 |
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1.14 | 7.50 | 15.00 |
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1.12 | 8.00 | 17.00 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Shamrock Rovers and Sligo Rovers?
Our prediction for the Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers match is: BTTS.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 23/10/2026 between Shamrock Rovers and Sligo Rovers in Airtricity League :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 68.83% for a win of Shamrock Rovers against Sligo Rovers with odds of 1.16 at Shangrila.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers is 22.7% with odds of 8 at 1xbet.
- Our prediction model gives a 8.47% chance ⭐ for a win of Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers with odds of 17 at 1xbet.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Form
Shamrock Rovers and Sligo Rovers's standings in the Airtricity League
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65 | 34 | 19 | 8 | 7 | +19 |
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24 | 34 | 5 | 9 | 20 | -34 |
Shamrock Rovers and Sligo Rovers Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
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4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
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0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
5/6 (83%)
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0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
5/6 (83%)
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1/6 (17%)
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
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0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
5/6 (83%)
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Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
50 %
17 %
33 %
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Shamrock Rovers - Sligo Rovers: Form Analysis
A 2-0 away loss at Galway last Friday was a surprise low for Shamrock. Although they still have the lead at the top and have their fortune in their own hands, the inability to close out could be a concern. Worryingly enough, Shamrock have won only three of their last 11 competitive matches (D3, L5).
One of those defeats came in extra time, but Shamrock will hope they can pick up full points here within regular time. Five wins from their last six home league games (D1) give them strong hope of bouncing back from the latest defeat.
Nine of Shamrock’s last ten home matches saw BTTS.
Sligo are already relegated, but their recent form shows no signs of improvement. A 1-1 home draw against Dundalk last weekend ended a run of six consecutive defeats in all competitions but remain winless in the league since May.
That win came against Shamrock at this venue, so Sligo could still hope to pick up a surprise victory. The worrying factor is that they need to overturn their recent form on the road, where they lost five competitive games in a row.
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Shamrock Rovers & Sligo Rovers Squad Analysis
Danny Grant’s season is over after he got a four-match ban for violent conduct in their game against Bohemians. Michael Noonan is also suspended for his role in that melee, while Matt Healy is unavailable after the accumulation of yellow cards.
The hosts usually line up in 3-4-3 formation but have used a 3-1-4-2 system against Galway last time out. John McGovern still remains their best forward, having netted ten league goals this season.
McGovern has five goals in his last four league games.
The visitors have no new injury concerns with nearly the entire squad up for selection. Their only injury absence is Jad Hakiki, who remains their only long-term absentee.
Sligo are likely to remain in their 4-2-3-1 formation, and the task of scoring could fall on the forward Cian Kavanagh. He has six league goals this season, although he failed to score in three consecutive games. That said, Kavanagh assisted Sligo’s first goal in their 2-1 win at this venue against Shamrock in May.
Shamrock Rovers - Sligo Rovers Key Points
- Shamrock have conceded in their last five league games.
- Both teams scored in nine of Shamrock’s last ten home matches in all competitions.
- Three of Sligo’s last four league matches have produced BTTS.
- In three of their last six away league games, Sligo have seen both teams score.
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Our Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Prediction
Defeat to Galway United last time out suddenly opened up the title race, with only three points separating the top two teams. Another defeat will suddenly make it even more interesting, although on paper, facing an already-relegated side gives them an edge. The visitors can pick some gaps and come back with at least a goal to their name.
Four of the last five matches between these sides have produced goals from both teams, and that’s likely to continue here. That’s why our Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers prediction is BTTS.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers Alternative Predictions
Shamrock Rovers wins
Anything less than a win will complicate things for Shamrock, who have opened the title race for their nearest competitors. They can’t afford to lose again – not against the side that’s already relegated.
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