Waterford FC vs Derry City FC Prediction: Waterford is a tough team to play against

The upcoming game between Waterford and Derry City at Waterford BSC is going to be filled with uncertainties as Waterford is a tough team to play against. They are unbeaten in their last three league games with a draw in their most recent league game against St Patrick’s Athletics. Derry, on the other hand, secured a 3-1 victory over St Patrick’s in their last league game. Our prediction for this game leans towards a win or draw for Derry City.

Waterford FC (8th)

Form: DDWLL

Despite being newly promoted, Waterford has exceeded our expectations in the league this season. They managed to hold St Patrick’s Athletic down to a draw in their most recent league game which ended in a 1-1 draw and they’ll be hoping for a positive outcome as they take on Derry City on Friday. Their overall league statistics are 3 victories, 4 draws, and 4 losses from a total of 11 games played.  

Derry City FC (3rd)

Form: WLDWD

Derry City successfully bounced back from that defeat against Shamrock with a 3-1 victory over St Patrick’s Athletics in their most recent league game. Derry City is closely trailing behind the league leaders Shelbourne with a four-point gap between them. Their overall league statistics are impressive with 5 victories, 4 losses, and 3 draws from a total of 12 games played. Derry must secure a win here if they intend to reduce the point margin between them and the top. 

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 11 encounters produced 5 victories for Waterford, 4 victories for St Patrick’s Athletic, and two draws.

Expert Betting Tips

Newly promoted Waterford continues to demonstrate strength in their fight to secure a positive position in the league this season. However, they might have a hard time against Derry City who also have their eyes on the top position in the league. Just like the first leg encounter which was an easy one for Derry, our prediction for this game leans towards a win or draw for Derry City. Derry City won the first-leg encounter with a 3-0 scoreline, and with the form of Derry City, we should see a minimum of two goals from them here in this game.