Our Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United Prediction: 1-1
Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 7, 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 Drogheda United 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 – Galway United vs Sligo Rovers
Sligo Rovers will be eager to respond after suffering a 0-1 Republic of Ireland Premier Division defeat at the hands of Galway United on February 27. In that match, Sligo Rovers controlled 59% of possession and managed 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Galway United | 41% | 0 (5) | 1.23 | 62 |
 Sligo Rovers | 59% | 0 (3) | 0.71 | 46 |
Drogheda United's Last Match – Drogheda United vs Shelbourne
After suffering a 1-2 Republic of Ireland Premier Division loss to Shelbourne, Drogheda United must win to get back on track. In that match, Drogheda United had 36% possession and 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Drogheda United | 36% | 0 (3) | 1.13 | 32 |
 Shelbourne | 64% | 0 (6) | 2.11 | 46 |
Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United Stats
Key Stats
| Sligo Rovers | Drogheda United | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.73 | Attacking Strength | 0.67 |
| 1.06 | Defence Strength | 0.8 |
| 1.1 | Points Per Game | 1.4 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.2 | Average Scored | 1.4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Sligo Rovers are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Drogheda United average 1.4 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
Sligo Rovers 12-12
Drogheda United 14-11
What are the odds for this match?
Sligo Rovers to win: @2.8
Draw: @3.4
Drogheda United to win: @2.4
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