Shamrock Rovers FC vs Drogheda United FC Prediction: The defending champions will secure their first victory of the season

As the Third round of the Ireland Premier division approaches on Friday, anticipation is high for another thrilling match day filled with footballing excitement. The defending champions, Shamrock Rovers, have yet to secure a league victory this season, while Drogheda have suffered two consecutive league losses. The expectation is for Shamrock Rovers to claim their first win of the season in style at Tallaght. Our forecast for this upcoming game leans towards a confident victory for Shamrock Rovers. We invite you to explore our carefully crafted insights for a comprehensive analysis and expert tips ahead of the match.

Form: LD

Shamrock Rovers began their new season with a draw against Dundalk in their first match. Jamie Gullan scored the opener for Dundalk, but Aaron Greene equalized for Shamrock Rovers in the 59th minute. However, they faced a significant setback in their second game against Shelbourne, suffering a 2-1 defeat where they were nearly overwhelmed by their opponents. With their focus now on securing their first win of the season, Shamrock Rovers are preparing to face Drogheda once again this Friday.

Form: LL

Drogheda has faced two consecutive league defeats this season. Their opening match against Derry City resulted in a 2-1 loss, followed by a devastating 1-4 defeat against newly promoted Waterford, despite scoring first. As they gear up to face the defending champions, Shamrock Rovers, on Friday, Drogheda may be on the brink of another potential defeat.

A critical look at their last 12 games produced 6 wins for Shamrock, 2 wins for Drogheda, and 4 draws.

Shamrock Rovers may not have secured a victory this season, but they are the stronger team in this matchup, making it challenging for Drogheda to match their strength at this stage. With Shamrock Rovers expected to dominate, our prediction leans towards them leading at halftime. We anticipate a first-half win for Shamrock Rovers, with odds of 1.66.

Given Shamrock Rovers' ambition to progress in the league after two winless games, predicting a victory for them is the logical choice. Another viable betting option is to wager on Shamrock Rovers scoring at least two goals in the game.