Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Lineups & Odds | League of Ireland, 05 Jul 2025

Back Bit O'Reds to Cover the Line

Sligo +1.25 means we split our stake equally between +1 and +1.5. It’s an Asian Handicap bet at odds of 1.80 that we’re expecting to generate a nice return against Shamrock.

Shamrock Landed 2-0 Victory in Previous H2H

Sligo Rovers drew on the road in their last game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Bohemians at Dalymount Park. The Bit O'Reds enjoyed just 28% possession and had four shots on target, while Owen Elding was the goalscorer.

Shamrock Rovers claimed a home win in their previous game. A 1-0 victory occurred against Waterford at Tallaght Stadium. Stephen Bradley's side had seven shots on goal and enjoyed 64% possession, with Rory Gaffney on target in the 74th minute.

It was a 2-0 home victory for Shamrock at Tallaght Stadium when they last faced Sligo. We’ve seen the previous 10 H2H matches involve six Shamrock victories. There have also been two draws and two Sligo triumphs.

Premier Division		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Shamrock Rovers	24	14	6	4	42	21	21	42:21	48
9	Sligo Rovers	22	5	4	13	26	37	-11	26:37	19

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Sligo have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 7.9 attempts. John Russell's men have averaged 48.5% possession and 4.1 corners per match, conceding 1.2 goals and 7.3 corners from 6.0 shots on goal and 14.7 attempts.

Top goalscorer Owen Elding has found the net 3 times, with Jad Hakiki, Francely Lomboto, Wilson Waweru and Gareth McElroy scoring 1 each. William Fitzgerald and Matty Wolfe have racked up the most assists with 2 each.

Shamrock have won 8, lost 1 and drawn 1, with an average of 6.2 shots on goal, 13.1 attempts and 2.1 goals. The Hoops average 60.6% possession, 5.7 corners awarded and 4.2 corners against, while 0.7 goals have been conceded from 8.6 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.

Michael Noonan and Graham Burke have top scored with 5 goals, while Rory Gaffney is next on 4. Look no further than Daniel Mandroiu for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Sligo Rovers predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Sam Sargeant (GK), Kyle McDonagh, Conor Reynolds, Oliver Denham, Harvey Lintott, Daire Patton, Jake Doyle-Hayes, Owen Elding, Jad Hakiki, William Fitzgerald, Wilson Waweru.

Shamrock Rovers predicted lineup (3-4-3): Edward McGinty (GK), Roberto Lopes, Daniel Cleary, Lee Grace, Danny Grant, Dylan Watts, Matthew Healy, Josh Honohan, Daniel Mandroiu, Michael Noonan, Graham Burke.

Expert League of Ireland Analysis

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Key Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers league stats:

• The +1.25 line has been covered by Sligo in 11 consecutive games at home.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Sligo in 17 of their last 19 games at home.
• The +1.25 line has been covered by Sligo in 17 of their last 20 games.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 4 consecutive games on the road.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 19 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -1.25 line hasn’t been covered by Shamrock in 9 of their last 10 games on the road.

Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction

Sligo look a great bet at +1.25 for this League of Ireland encounter. We think that the hosts can keep the scoreline close with this Asian Handicap bet and there are odds of 1.80 available.

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Sligo +1.25 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 55.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

Our Pick

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Correct Score Prediction

Sligo 1 - 1 Shamrock

There are attractive odds of 8.00 when it comes to a 1-1 draw being played out. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners 1.83

We’ve seen an average 11.40 corners in the past ten Sligo games, while there has been over 9.5 corners in two straight Sligo away matches. There’s a chance to go over the Total Corners line and we’re confident this will happen, with odds of 1.83 available.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Sligo

Total

11.40 4.10 7.30

Home

9.60 4.10 5.50

Away

11.40 3.90 7.50

Shamrock

Total

9.90 5.70 4.20

Home

10.20 6.60 3.60

Away

8.70 4.60 4.10

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

1.83

Under 9.5

1.83

Sligo Corners

Over 3.5

2.00

Under 3.5

1.73

Shamrock Corners

Over 5.5

1.67

Under 5.5

2.10

Most Corners

1

2.95

X

7.00

2

1.47

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Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Taking No Chances With Shamrock

At betting odds of 1.44, the bookies make Shamrock Rovers probable winners and there’s a 69% likelihood that the favourites triumph in this League of Ireland encounter. At 7.00, Sligo Rovers are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

For those wanting an alternative, Shamrock are 1.95 on the Half-Time Result market. This means they need to lead at the break, with Sligo being priced up at 7.00 and the draw is 2.38.

If you want to bet on the number of goals, you can get a similar price on Over or Under 2.5 Goals. If you’re expecting at least one team to draw a blank, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market is available at 1.75.

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Full-Time Result

1

7.00

X

4.33

2

1.44

Half-Time Result

1

7.00

X

2.38

2

1.95

Double Chance

1X

2.63

12

1.20

X2

1.10

Draw No Bet

1

5.50

2

1.14

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +1.25

1.80

2 Hcp -1.25

2.00

Total Goals

Under 2.5

1.95

Over 2.5

1.85

Both Teams to Score

Yes

2.00

No

1.75

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