Ireland
Premier DivisionRound 23
Derry City vs Waterford Prediction & Betting Tips
The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium, Derry
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
Derry CityDrawWaterford
Match Result
Derry City
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
57%
Both Teams Score
Yes
61%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
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Key Statistics
124Draws
4
3.25Avg Goals
60%BTTS
65%Over 2.5
15 May 2026Waterford2-2Derry City
27 Feb 2026Derry City4-2Waterford
17 Oct 2025Waterford1-2Derry City
4 Jul 2025Derry City7-2Waterford
25 Apr 2025Waterford2-1Derry City
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Derry City vs Waterford?
Our model predicts Derry City with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
How many goals will Derry City vs Waterford have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (57% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
Will both teams score in Derry City vs Waterford?
Both teams to score: Yes (61% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Derry City vs Waterford?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
When and where is Derry City vs Waterford played?
Derry City vs Waterford takes place on 3 Jul 2026 at The Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium.
Additional Information
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Shamrock Rovers | 21 | 12 | 4 | 5 | 32 | 19 | +13 | 40 | |
| 2 |  St Patrick's Athl. | 20 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 33 | 17 | +16 | 35 | |
| 3 |  Bohemians | 21 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 32 | 25 | +7 | 34 | |
| 4 |  Dundalk | 20 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 32 | 28 | +4 | 32 | |
| 5 |  Shelbourne | 20 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 29 | 27 | +2 | 29 | |
| 6 | Derry City | 21 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 26 | 24 | +2 | 25 | |
| 7 |  Galway United | 19 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 26 | 30 | -4 | 21 | |
| 8 |  Drogheda United | 20 | 5 | 6 | 9 | 25 | 34 | -9 | 21 | |
| 9 |  Sligo Rovers | 20 | 5 | 4 | 11 | 15 | 31 | -16 | 19 | |
| 10 | Waterford | 20 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 25 | 40 | -15 | 14 |
Champions League
Europa League
Conference League
Relegation
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
Derry CityDDDLW
10Played
3Wins
5Draws
2Losses
| Points/Game | 1.4 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 2.1 |
| Scored Avg | 1.2 |
| Conceded Avg | 0.9 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% |
| Failed to Score | 30% |
Recent Matches
12 JunWvs Bohemians4-1
29 MayLat Dundalk1-2
25 MayDvs Shelbourne0-0
22 MayDvs St Patrick's Athl.0-0
15 MayDat Waterford2-2
WaterfordDWLDW
10Played
2Wins
4Draws
4Losses
| Points/Game | 1 |
| Win % | 20% |
| Goals/Game | 3.6 |
| Scored Avg | 1.7 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.9 |
| BTTS | 70% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 20% |
Recent Matches
12 JunWvs Sligo Rovers4-0
29 MayDat Drogheda United3-3
22 MayLat Shelbourne1-2
18 MayWvs Drogheda United2-1
15 MayDvs Derry City2-2
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 20 |
| Average Goals | 3.25 |
| BTTS | 60% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 65% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 90% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Derry City | 43 | 2.15 per game |
| Waterford | 22 | 1.1 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Derry City | 8 (40%) |
| Waterford | 0 (0%) |
15 May 2026Premier DivisionWaterford2-2Derry City
27 Feb 2026Premier DivisionDerry City4-2Waterford
17 Oct 2025Premier DivisionWaterford1-2Derry City
4 Jul 2025Premier DivisionDerry City7-2Waterford
25 Apr 2025Premier DivisionWaterford2-1Derry City
28 Feb 2025Premier DivisionDerry City1-2Waterford
23 Aug 2024Premier DivisionWaterford0-1Derry City
3 Jun 2024Premier DivisionDerry City3-0Waterford
26 Apr 2024Premier DivisionWaterford0-2Derry City
8 Mar 2024Premier DivisionDerry City3-0Waterford
2 Nov 2021Premier DivisionWaterford2-2Derry City
2 Jul 2021Premier DivisionDerry City2-0Waterford
21 May 2021Premier DivisionWaterford0-1Derry City
3 Apr 2021Premier DivisionDerry City1-2Waterford
2 Oct 2020Premier DivisionDerry City2-0Waterford
6 Mar 2020Premier DivisionWaterford2-1Derry City
30 Aug 2019Premier DivisionWaterford1-1Derry City
29 Jul 2019Premier DivisionDerry City2-0Waterford
22 Apr 2019Premier DivisionWaterford2-2Derry City
25 Feb 2019Premier DivisionDerry City3-2Waterford
Derry City — Upcoming Predictions
Waterford — Upcoming Predictions
Premier Division — Predictions
Drogheda UnitedVS
ShelbourneAH
Away -0.25
79%
Galway UnitedVS
Derry CityAH
Away -0.25
70%
St Patrick's Athl.VS
Sligo Rovers1X2
Home
76%
WaterfordVS
Shamrock RoversAH
Away -0.25
84%
BohemiansVS
DundalkBTTS
BTTS Yes
58%
ShelbourneVS
BohemiansO/U
Under 2.5
56%
Shamrock RoversVS
Derry CityO/U
Under 2.5
57%
Shamrock RoversVS
Galway UnitedDC
DC 1X
90%
Derry CityVS
Drogheda UnitedDC
DC X2
90%
DundalkVS
WaterfordDC
DC 1X
90%