Our Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne Prediction: 1-2
Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 21, 2026. A 1-2 result in favor of the away side is our top pick, yet with both teams creating chances, BTTS is a smart alternative bet.
This Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne 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
Sligo Rovers's Last Match – Dundalk vs Sligo Rovers
After suffering a 0-1 Republic of Ireland Premier Division loss to Dundalk, Sligo Rovers must win to get back on track. In that match, Sligo Rovers controlled 52% of possession and managed 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Dundalk | 48% | 0 (3) | 1.27 | 39 |
 Sligo Rovers | 52% | 0 (2) | 0.64 | 72 |
Shelbourne's Last Match – Shelbourne vs Bohemians Dublin
Determined to get back to winning ways, Shelbourne must win after their 0-0 Republic of Ireland Premier Division draw against Bohemians Dublin on March 16. In that match, Shelbourne recorded 45% possession and 0 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shelbourne | 45% | 0 (0) | 0.32 | 49 |
 Bohemians Dublin | 55% | 0 (6) | 0.49 | 45 |
Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne Stats
Key Stats
| Sligo Rovers | Shelbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.65 | Attacking Strength | 1.56 |
| 1.27 | Defence Strength | 0.72 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.1 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Sligo Rovers are averaging 1.1 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Shelbourne average 1.5 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.
Sligo Rovers 11-13
Shelbourne 15-13
What are the odds for this match?
Sligo Rovers to win: @4.5
Draw: @3.3
Shelbourne to win: @1.8
Over 2.5 Goals: @2.025
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