Dundalk FC vs Derry City FC Prediction: Dundalk continue to languish at the bottom of the league

In the 20th round of the league of Ireland Premiership, Dundalk and Derry City will lock horns at Oriel Park for what will be an intriguing encounter. Dundalk is in really bad shape as they are currently at the bottom of the league table while Derry City is currently in second position in the league. We believe that Derry is in a better position to get the win here. Please see the carefully prepared tips for you. 

Dundalk FC (10th)

Form in the league: LWLLD

Dundalk has faced a challenging start to the season, as they are currently at the bottom of the league table and have secured only two wins from the 17 games played so far in the league. They lost woefully to Galway United in their most recent league game and they might just end up losing to Derry City again at Oriel Park on Friday. Their overall league statistics are two victories, 6 draws, and 9 losses from 17 league games played. 

Derry City FC (2nd)

Form: DLWWD

Derry City has now gone two games without a win and as such is now trailing behind league leaders Shelbourne by 6 points. They escaped defeat in their most recent league game against Sligo Rovers by a miracle, all thanks to William Patching’s 83rd-minute equalizer. However, Derry will continue their charge for a top position in the league as they prepare to take on Dundalk on Friday. 

Their overall league statistics are impressive with 8 victories, 5 losses, and 6 draws from a total of 19 games played. Derry must secure a win here. 

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at the last 9 games between them produced 2 wins for Dundalk, 3 wins for Derry City, and 4 draws.

Expert Betting Tips

Dundalk is a strong team facing difficulties at the moment while Derry City is in pursuit of a top-table position in the league as they continue to play catch-up to league leaders Shelbourne. Dundalk is a strong team but we doubt they can match Derry City power-for-power. Betting on a win or draw and a total of over 1.5 goals for Derry City is a good bet. Furthermore, their first leg encounter ended in a whopping 4-1 victory to Derry City and they’ll most likely get a minimum of two goals here as well.