Sligo Rovers FC vs Derry City FC Prediction: Expect goals from both teams

As the second round of the Ireland Premier division unfolds on Saturday, anticipation rises for another enthralling match imbued with footballing passion. Derry City, buoyed by their triumph in the opening league game, aims to extend their impressive start to the season as they face Sligo Rovers, who secured a 2-2 draw against Bohemian in their opener. Our prediction for this fixture leans towards both teams finding the back of the net. We encourage you to explore our carefully curated insights for a thorough analysis and expert tips ahead of the match.

Sligo Rovers encountered significant hurdles in the league last season, reflected in their 8th-place finish in the Northern Ireland Premier League table. However, they have started off their season in great foot as they displayed a great performance in their opening league game against Bohemian which ultimately ended in a 2-2 draw. Sligo will now be aiming at securing a positive outcome on Saturday as they take on the phenomenal Derry City. 

Derry City had an impressive performance in the league last season, which earned them a spot in European competitions. They have also started off the new season in sensational style as they defeated Drogheda United with a 2-1 scoreline in their opening game of the season. They’ll be hoping for a positive outcome as they prepare to take on Sligo Rovers on Saturday. 

A critical look at the last 11 games between them produced 4 wins for Derry City, 3 wins for Sligo, and 4 draws.

Considering their recent performances, Derry City appears to be the stronger team in this matchup. Derry simply cannot afford to lose this game as they need to maintain the tempo they started the season with. Therefore, our prediction is leaning towards a win or draw for Derry City, along with over 1.5 total goals, offering odds of 1.71.

In their last five encounters, Derry City has consistently dominated the corner count. Coupled with their recent attacking prowess, we anticipate that Derry will intensify their offensive efforts, resulting in more corner opportunities. Consequently, we favor an "Away to Win in Total Corners" bet at odds of 1.60.