Our Dundalk vs Galway United Prediction: 1-1
Dundalk vs Galway United in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 18:45 GMT kick-off on Friday April 17, 2026. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Dundalk vs Galway United prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Dundalk's Last Match – Dundalk vs Shelbourne
Dundalk will want to continue their winning form after a 3-1 Republic of Ireland Leinster Senior Cup victory over Shelbourne, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Dundalk saw 50% of the ball and 9 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dundalk | 50% | 0 (9) | - | 54 |
 Shelbourne | 50% | 0 (4) | - | 50 |
Galway United's Last Match – Drogheda United vs Galway United
Galway United will seek to keep their streak alive after a 3-2 Republic of Ireland Premier Division victory over Drogheda United on April 6. In that match, Galway United recorded 42% possession and 6 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Drogheda United | 58% | 0 (9) | 1.63 | 49 |
 Galway United | 42% | 0 (6) | 0.95 | 47 |
Dundalk vs Galway United Stats
Key Stats
| Dundalk | Galway United | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.88 | Attacking Strength | 0.57 |
| 1.04 | Defence Strength | 0.88 |
| 1.9 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 2 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Dundalk are averaging 2.0 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Galway United average 1.3 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
Dundalk 20-13
Galway United 13-14
What are the odds for this match?
Dundalk to win: @1.9
Draw: @3.4
Galway United to win: @3.6
Over 2.5 Goals: @1.925