Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Sligo Rovers Logo
Sligo Rovers 0.8
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1 : 1
CORRECT SCORE
Waterford FC Logo
0.4 Waterford FC
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Our Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC Prediction: 1-1

Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 18:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday April 18, 2026. We predict a tightly contested 1-1 draw, with both teams getting on the scoresheet, making BTTS a strong betting option.

This Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC 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 – Bohemians Dublin vs Sligo Rovers

Sligo Rovers will look to carry forward their winning form after a 2-1 Republic of Ireland Premier Division success over Bohemians Dublin on April 10. In that match, Sligo Rovers had 29% possession and 2 shots on target.

TeamPossessionShots (on target)xGDangerous Attacks
Bohemians Dublin Logo Bohemians Dublin
71%0 (6)1.860
Sligo Rovers Logo Sligo Rovers
29%0 (2)1.5525

Waterford FC's Last Match – Bohemians Dublin vs Waterford FC

Waterford FC must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 Republic of Ireland Premier Division draw against Bohemians Dublin on April 6. In that match, Waterford FC controlled 26% of possession and managed 1 shots on target.

TeamPossessionShots (on target)xGDangerous Attacks
Bohemians Dublin Logo Bohemians Dublin
74%0 (8)2.580
Waterford FC Logo Waterford FC
26%0 (1)0.1619

Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC Stats

Key Stats

Sligo Rovers Waterford FC
0.36Attacking Strength0.85
1.13Defence Strength1.68
0.8Points Per Game0.4
2/10WIN0/10
2/10DRAW4/10
2/10Clean Sheets1/10
3/10BTTS5/10
4/10Over 2.5 Goals3/10
0.5Average Scored0.8

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Sligo Rovers are averaging 0.5 goals scored and 1.5 conceded per match, while Waterford FC average 0.8 scored and 2.1 conceded per game.

Sligo Rovers
5-15

Waterford FC
8-21

Sligo Rovers Fixtures

Sligo Rovers - Dundalk
April 25, 2026

Waterford FC Fixtures

Waterford FC - Galway United
April 24, 2026

Sligo Rovers Recent Results

  • Wins 20% 2
  • Draws 20% 2
  • Lost 60% 6
  • Goals Scored 0.5/match 5
  • Goals Conceded 1.5/match 15
MatchDateScore
10
Apr
Bohemians Dublin
Sligo Rovers
1
2
06
Apr
Sligo Rovers
Derry City
0
0
03
Apr
St Patricks
Sligo Rovers
4
1
21
Mar
Sligo Rovers
Shelbourne
0
1
16
Mar
Dundalk
Sligo Rovers
1
0
13
Mar
Sligo Rovers
Shamrock Rovers
0
2
07
Mar
Sligo Rovers
Drogheda United
2
1
27
Feb
Galway United
Sligo Rovers
1
0
20
Feb
Waterford FC
Sligo Rovers
0
0
14
Feb
Sligo Rovers
Bohemians Dublin
0
4

Waterford FC Recent Results

  • Wins 0% 0
  • Draws 40% 4
  • Lost 60% 6
  • Goals Scored 0.8/match 8
  • Goals Conceded 2.1/match 21
MatchDateScore
06
Apr
Bohemians Dublin
Waterford FC
1
1
03
Apr
Waterford FC
Shamrock Rovers
1
1
20
Mar
Waterford FC
St Patricks
0
2
16
Mar
Galway United
Waterford FC
4
3
13
Mar
Dundalk
Waterford FC
5
0
06
Mar
Waterford FC
Bohemians Dublin
0
1
27
Feb
Derry City
Waterford FC
4
2
20
Feb
Waterford FC
Sligo Rovers
0
0
17
Feb
Waterford FC
Rockmount
1
1
13
Feb
Drogheda United
Waterford FC
2
0

Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between Sligo Rovers and Waterford FC indicates that, in their previous 15 meetings, Sligo Rovers has secured 8 victories, Waterford FC has won 5 times and 2 matches have concluded in a draw. Across these encounters, Sligo Rovers has scored 21 goals, while Waterford FC has netted 14 goals.

MatchDateScore
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers20 Feb 20260-0
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers22 Aug 20251-2
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC14 Jun 20251-0
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers18 Apr 20250-4
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC15 Feb 20252-3
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC31 Aug 20242-0
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers07 Jun 20244-1
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC03 May 20240-1
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers29 Mar 20240-1
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC02 Oct 20211-1
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers18 Jul 20211-0
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC15 May 20213-0
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers26 Mar 20211-2
Waterford FC - Sligo Rovers26 Sep 20201-0
Sligo Rovers - Waterford FC18 Aug 20202-1

Republic of Ireland Premier Division Table & Standings

#TeamMatchesGoals ForGoals AgainstPoints
1
Shamrock Rovers Shamrock Rovers
1117922
2
St Patricks St Patricks
1118920
3
Bohemians Dublin Bohemians Dublin
1113620
4
Dundalk Dundalk
11201518
5
Galway United Galway United
10131414
6
Shelbourne Shelbourne
10151513
7
Derry City Derry City
11141511
8
Drogheda United Drogheda United
10111410
9
Sligo Rovers Sligo Rovers
116178
10
Waterford FC Waterford FC
108214

Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC — FAQs

What is the correct score prediction?
We predict 1-1.

Is BTTS a good bet?
Yes, both teams show scoring potential.

Our Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC prediction offers expert insights into this exciting matchup, analyzing key stats, team form and goal expectations to help you make informed betting decisions.

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