Our Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne Prediction: 1-2
Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Saturday March 21, 2026. A 1-2 result in favor of the away side is our top pick, yet with both teams creating chances, BTTS is a smart alternative bet.
This Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne 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 – Sligo Rovers vs Drogheda United
Sligo Rovers will want to continue their winning form after a 2-1 Republic of Ireland Premier Division victory over Drogheda United, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Sligo Rovers controlled 58% of possession and managed 4 shots on 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 |
Shelbourne's Last Match – Shelbourne vs Shamrock Rovers
Determined to get back to winning ways, Shelbourne must win after their 2-2 Republic of Ireland Premier Division draw against Shamrock Rovers on March 9. In that match, Shelbourne recorded 43% possession and 3 shots hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shelbourne | 43% | 0 (3) | 0.95 | 37 |
 Shamrock Rovers | 57% | 0 (4) | 1.71 | 55 |
Sligo Rovers vs Shelbourne Stats
Key Stats
| Sligo Rovers | Shelbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.8 | Attacking Strength | 1.53 |
| 1.15 | Defence Strength | 0.8 |
| 1.3 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.3 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Sligo Rovers are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Shelbourne average 1.3 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.