Drogheda United vs Bohemians Prediction and Betting Tip - Odds, H2H and Preview Predictions

Drogheda United vs Bohemians Prediction and Betting Tip - Odds, H2H and Preview

Friday night’s action in the Irish Premier Division sees a clash between high-flyers Drogheda United and Bohemian FC.

Placed 4th in the Premier Division, Drogheda have had a fantastic season, following a 9th placed finish in last year’s campaign. On the other hand, Bohemians remain in the race for the title, with five points separating them and Shamrock Rovers.

As the game approaches, here is everything you need to know about the sides ahead of kick-off.

Key Stats

• Drogheda United have kept the most clean sheets in the division (7).

• Drogheda United have won the previous two meetings with Bohemians.

• Bohemians have scored seven goals in their last five matches.

• Bohemians have won four out of their last five matches.

Team Preview, Form, and Standout Players

Drogheda United have been the underdogs in the Irish Premier Division, coming from the bottom and rising to the top. While they’ve struggled recently, the 4th placed side began the season in handsome form. However, in recent weeks, Drogheda have won once in their last eight games.

Their opponents, Bohemians, are one of the giants of Irish football. Inconsistent throughout the season, but recently, Bohemians have been excellent, winning six of their last seven matches. The last time out was a 1-0 victory over Shelbourne.

Dayle Rooney will be one to watch in this fixture, the Irishman having scored one goal and three assists in 16 Premier Division appearances this season. Rooney comes into the fixture on strong form, with one goal and two assists in his last three games.

Drogheda United Preview

Drogheda United Predicted Lineup (5-3-2): Dennison, Quinn, Lambe, Keeley, Kane, Ahui, Brennan, Farrell, Davis, Heeney, James-Taylor.

Drogheda United face Bohemians with a duo of absentees; loanee Joshua Thomas and Paul Doyle are both set to miss the fixture after picking up muscle injuries.

Bohemians Preview

Bohemians Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Chorazak, Morahan, Grehan, Cornwall, Flores, McDonnell, Devoy, Brennan, Tierney, Rooney, Clarke.

Bohemians come into the game with one more injury compared to their opponents, as they are expected to have three players missing out due to injury.

Alex Lacey and Leigh Kavanagh are out with hamstring issues, while Kian Best is out with an Achilles tendon injury.

Head-To-Head

With both teams operating in the Irish Premier Division, Drogheda United and Bohemians have met on several occasions. Within their 41 meetings, Bohemians come out as the victors, with 18 wins compared to 12 draws and 11 wins for Drogheda.

Recent Meetings:

• 4th March 2024 - Drogheda United 2-1 Bohemians

• 19th April 2024 – Bohemians 1-0 Drogheda United

• 2nd August 2024 - Drogheda United 2-2 Bohemians

• 20th September 2024 – Bohemians 0-1 Drogheda United

• 3rd March 2025 – Bohemians 0-1 Drogheda United

Betting Tip For Drogheda United vs Bohemians

Both teams have everything to play for, with several games still to be played in the Premier Division season. Drogheda United are the hosts and will be hoping to get back to winning ways. However, with a game in hand and top spot in their sights, Bohemians will be hoping for a maximum point return.

With all of this in mind, our team of professional experts have decided that the best tip for this game is for Bohemians to win. Odds of 2.21 from PariMatch means that a £10 bet could see a potential return of £22.10

Prediction

Drogheda United 1-2 Bohemians