Our Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction: 1-1
Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Monday March 16, 2026. A 1-1 draw seems the most likely outcome, and with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS is a solid alternative bet.
This Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers 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
Drogheda United's Last Match – Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United
Drogheda United will be looking to bounce back after a 1-2 Republic of Ireland Premier Division defeat against Sligo Rovers on March 7. In that match, Drogheda United recorded 42% possession and 2 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sligo Rovers | 58% | 0 (4) | 1.85 | 45 |
 Drogheda United | 42% | 0 (2) | 1.22 | 54 |
Shamrock Rovers's Last Match – Shelbourne vs Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 2-2 Republic of Ireland Premier Division draw against Shelbourne on March 9. In that match, Shamrock Rovers recorded 57% possession, firing 4 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shelbourne | 43% | 0 (3) | 0.95 | 37 |
 Shamrock Rovers | 57% | 0 (4) | 1.71 | 55 |
Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers Stats
Key Stats
| Drogheda United | Shamrock Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.73 | Attacking Strength | 1.15 |
| 0.86 | Defence Strength | 1.09 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.8 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Drogheda United are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Shamrock Rovers average 1.8 scored and 1.3 conceded per game.