Shelbourne vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction and Betting Tip - Odds, H2H and Preview Predictions

Shelbourne vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction and Betting Tip - Odds, H2H and Preview

Friday night’s action In the Irish Premier Division sees a clash between Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers.

Unbeaten in their last three games at home, Shelbourne come into this fixture in 5th place as they look to be involved in the division’s title race. On the other hand, Shamrock Rovers have had a phenomenal season as they sit top of the Premier Division.

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

Key Stats

• Shelbourne have scored six goals in their last five matches

• Shelbourne have lost one out of their last five matches

• Shamrock Rovers have won four out of their last five matches

• Shamrock Rovers have conceded two goals in their last five matches

Team Preview, Form, and Standout Players

Sitting 5th in the Premier Division, Shelbourne have had a brilliant season as they are in touching distance with the league’s title race. However, despite their league position, Shelbourne have won just two games out of their last ten matches.

Their opponents, Shamrock Rovers, have also been fabulous, boasting the best record in the division. With 11 goals scored, Shamrock Rovers have won four out of their last five matches, but the last time out was a 0-0 draw with Galway United.

Graham Burke will be one to watch, the 31-year-old having scored six goals and assisted four in 19 Premier Division appearances. Burke comes into the fixture with two goals and one assist in his last three games.

Shelbourne Preview

Shelbourne Predicted Lineup (5-3-2): Healy, O’Sullivan, Coyle, Ledwidge, Wilson, Caffrey, Chapman, Lunney, McInroy, Martin, Odubeko.

After missing out on the starting lineup in the previous fixture, Ademipo Odubeko could be set to return to the team, Odubeko being the team’s top goal-scorer with four goals in 19 league games.

Shamrock Rovers Preview

Shamrock Rovers Predicted Lineup (5-3-2): McGinty, Grant, Honohan, Lopes, O’Sullivan, Matthews, Byrne, Healy, McEneff, Noonan, Burke.

Sean Kavanagh is the away side’s only injury doubt, the Irishman is continuing to recover from a long-term injury and is yet to make an appearance this season in the Premier Division.

Head-To-Head

With both teams operating in the top tier of Irish football, Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers have met on several occasions. Within their 26 meetings, Shamrock Rovers come out as the victors with 11 wins compared to 11 draws and four wins for Shelbourne.

Recent Meetings:

• 22nd April 2024 – Shelbourne 0-0 Shamrock Rovers

• 24th May 2024 – Shamrock Rovers 0-2 Shelbourne

• 6th October 2024 – Shamrock Rovers 2-0 Shelbourne

• 28th February 2025 – Shelbourne 1-1 Shamrock Rovers

• 25th April 2025 – Shamrock Rovers 2-2 Shelbourne

Betting Tip For Shelbourne vs Shamrock Rovers

Sitting top of the league and unbeaten in their last three meetings with Shelbourne, Shamrock Rovers come into this fixture as the favourites. With all of this in mind, our team of professional experts have decided that the best tip for this game is for Shamrock Rovers to win. Odds of 1.3 from QuinnBet means that a £10 bet could see a potential return of £23.00.

Where To Watch

This match will be broadcast live on League of Ireland TV in the UK.

• Date: Friday, 13 June.

• Kick-off Time: 19:45GMT

• Channel: League of Ireland TV

Prediction

Shelbourne 1-2 Shamrock Rovers