Shamrock Rovers FC vs Derry City FC Prediction: Tallaght stadium will erupt with goals from both teams

With the fourth round of the Ireland Premier Division on the horizon for Monday, anticipation is building for another exciting match day filled with footballing action. Shamrock Rovers are determined to secure their first league victory of the season, while Derry City is riding high in sensational form, currently sitting at the top of the league table. Our prediction for this match leans towards goals from both teams, anticipating an exciting and competitive encounter. We encourage you to delve into our carefully crafted insights for a comprehensive analysis and expert tips ahead of the game.

Form: LD

Shamrock Rovers kicked off their new season with a draw against Dundalk in the first match. Jamie Gullan netted the opener for Dundalk, but Shamrock Rovers responded with an equalizer from Aaron Greene in the 59th minute. However, they faced a setback in their second game against Shelbourne, suffering a 2-1 defeat where they found themselves nearly overwhelmed by their opponents. It's worth noting that their third game of the season against Drogheda United was postponed due to extreme weather conditions. Now, with their sights set on securing their first win of the season, Shamrock Rovers are gearing up to face Drogheda once again this Friday.

Form: WDW

Derry City made a sensational start to the new season by securing a 2-1 victory over Drogheda United in their opening game. However, they faced a stumbling block in their second league fixture against Sligo Rovers, resulting in a goalless draw. Their third game of the season against  St Patrick's Athletics ended in a 2-1 victory to Derry City. As they prepare to face Shamrock Rovers on Monday, Derry City is determined to bounce back with a positive outcome.

A critical look at the last 13 games between them produced 4 wins for Derry City, 7 wins for Shamrock Rovers, and 3 draws. We see clearly that the game between them is usually a very tough and tightly contested game.

In their four encounters last season, Shamrock Rovers secured victory twice, while Derry City claimed one win with a draw in the mix. Notably, in four out of their last seven meetings, both teams managed to score at least two goals, hinting at a similar outcome for their upcoming clash this Monday. It is expected that at least one of the teams will score over 1.5 goals, with odds set at 1.90.

Both teams are currently in excellent form, especially with Derry City leading the league table. Consequently, the anticipation is for goals from both sides, with odds at 2.06, adding an extra layer of excitement to the forthcoming match.