Our Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Prediction: 1-1
Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Friday March 6, 2026. Our analysis suggests a 1-1 stalemate, with both teams capable of scoring, reinforcing BTTS as a valuable choice.
This Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City 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
Shamrock Rovers's Last Match – Bohemians Dublin vs Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 2-3 Republic of Ireland Premier Division defeat against Bohemians Dublin on February 27. In that match, Shamrock Rovers recorded 58% possession and 4 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bohemians Dublin | 42% | 0 (5) | 2.28 | 25 |
 Shamrock Rovers | 58% | 0 (4) | 1.32 | 61 |
Derry City's Last Match – Derry City vs Waterford FC
Derry City will want to continue their winning form after a 4-2 Republic of Ireland Premier Division victory over Waterford FC, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Derry City controlled 66% of possession and managed 12 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Derry City | 66% | 0 (12) | 2.6 | 79 |
 Waterford FC | 34% | 0 (6) | 2.19 | 29 |
Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City Stats
Key Stats
| Shamrock Rovers | Derry City | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.17 | Attacking Strength | 1.15 |
| 0.67 | Defence Strength | 0.8 |
| 1.6 | Points Per Game | 2.5 |
| 5/10 | WIN | 8/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.8 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Shamrock Rovers are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Derry City average 1.8 scored and 0.9 conceded per game.
Shamrock Rovers 18-13
Derry City 18-9
What are the odds for this match?
Shamrock Rovers to win: @2.35
Draw: @3.3
Derry City to win: @3
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