Galway United FC vs St Patrick’s Athletic FC Prediction: Galway might struggle against St Patrick’s

As the new season of the Ireland Premier division kicks off on Friday, anticipation is high for another thrilling season filled with footballing action and memorable moments. The newly promoted Galway United will face off against St Patrick’s Athletic in their opening game at Terryland Park. St Patrick’s Athletic enjoyed a stellar run in the league last season, while Galway United fought hard in the second division to earn promotion to the Premier division.

Excitement surrounds this opening match, and our prediction leans towards a win or draw for St Patrick’s Athletic. For a detailed analysis and expert tips, we encourage you to explore our carefully crafted insights.

Galway United FC

John Caulfield, the manager of Galway United, is filled with anticipation for the upcoming season, believing that his team is ready to make a significant impact in the Premier Division following their promotion. Galway United showcased their prowess in the Ireland First Division with an impressive campaign, finishing atop the table to secure their qualification. With a total of 94 points garnered from 30 victories, 4 draws, and only two losses across 36 games, they demonstrated their dominance in the lower division.

In preparation for the challenges that lie ahead, Galway United has bolstered their squad with several new player signings. Eager to embrace the new challenge, they are determined to leave their mark in the top division.

St Patrick’s Athletic FC

St. Patrick's Athletic enjoyed a remarkable league campaign last season, finishing as runners-up, just 7 points behind league champions Shamrock Rovers. They consistently delivered impressive performances throughout the season, earning themselves a spot in European competitions for the upcoming season. As they gear up to face newly promoted Galway United on Friday, they are eager to commence the new season on a positive note.

Their overall league statistics for last season reflect their strong performance, with 20 wins, 5 draws, and 11 losses from the 36 games they played.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 11 encounters produced 5 victories for St Patrick Athletic, 3 wins for Galway, and 3 draws. 

Expert Betting Tips

St. Patrick's Athletic had an outstanding performance in the league last season and they are determined to start the new season with a positive result. They won both of their friendly matches in preparation for the league opener. Meanwhile, Galway United is also eager for a favorable outcome in their inaugural game of the season. We anticipate a tough encounter between the two teams and predict that there will be at least two goals scored by either side in this match.