Cork City FC vs Drogheda United FC Prediction: Drogheda remains steadfast at the top of the league

Drogheda United sits pretty at the top of the League of Ireland Premiership with only a defeat so far in the league. They suffered their first defeat of the season in their last league game against Shamrock before the international break. Cork City on the other hand managed to settle for a 1-1 draw in their last league game against Shelbourne. Drogheda appears to be our favorite for the victory, especially after their sad defeat to Shamrock Rovers in their last league game. My prediction here is a full-time draw or for both teams to find the net. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, their key stats, and my expert opinion. 

Cork City FC (7th)

Form in all competitions: DDLWD

Cork City have now secured only a win with 3 draws and a loss in the five league games they’ve played so far. They managed to hold the defending champions Shelbourne down to a 1-1 draw in their last league game. Keating got the opening goal of the game for Cork City in the 50th minute but Shelbourne got their equalizer in the 70th minute. They are currently in 8th place in the league table with a win, 3 draws, and a loss from five games played. 

Drogheda United (1st)

Form in the league: LWWDW

Drogheda United’s five-game unbeaten run finally came to an end against Shamrock Rovers in their last league game. It was a very sad game for Drogheda as Keeley got the opening goal for Drogheda United in the 33rd minute but they were pegged and they ultimately lost the game by a 1-2 scoreline. Drogheda still maintains their position at the top of the league table and they should get a minimum of a win or a draw against Cork City here. They are currently top of the league with 3 victories, 2 draws, and a loss from a total of 6 games played. 

Head-To-Head-Statistics

A critical look at their last 10 encounters produced 6 wins for Cork City, a win for Drogheda United, and 3 draws. 

Expert Betting Tips

Drogheda United has only lost a game in the 6 games played so far in the league. Cork City on the other hand is struggling as always and they’ll need more than luck to ease past Drogheda United on Friday. In terms of current form and team disposition, Drogheda seems to be more aligned toward a win in this game. Our first prediction is a win or draw and a total of over 1.5 goals for Drogheda United. 

Our first prediction is a Drogheda United win or draw and a total of under 4.5 goals for 1.62 odds at 1xBet.

Our second prediction is a total of under 9.5 corners for 1.95 odds at Betway.

Our third prediction is a Drogheda United victory for 3.00 odds at Bet365.