Our Drogheda United vs Waterford FC Prediction: 1-1
Drogheda United vs Waterford FC in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division is scheduled for an 19:45 GMT kick-off on Friday February 13, 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 Waterford FC 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 – Galway United vs Drogheda United
Drogheda United will aim to maintain their momentum following a 1-0 Republic of Ireland Premier Division triumph against Galway United on February 6. In that match, Drogheda United recorded 48% possession, firing 3 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Galway United | 52% | 0 (4) | 2.31 | 60 |
 Drogheda United | 48% | 0 (3) | 0.85 | 42 |
Waterford FC's Last Match – Waterford FC vs Shelbourne
Determined to get back to winning ways, Waterford FC must win after their 1-1 Republic of Ireland Premier Division draw against Shelbourne on February 6. In that match, Waterford FC controlled 32% of possession and managed 2 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Waterford FC | 32% | 0 (2) | 0.3 | 29 |
 Shelbourne | 68% | 0 (5) | 1.46 | 64 |
Drogheda United vs Waterford FC Stats
Key Stats
| Drogheda United | Waterford FC | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.66 | Attacking Strength | 1.07 |
| 0.87 | Defence Strength | 1.47 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 1.1 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.3 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Drogheda United are averaging 1.2 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Waterford FC average 1.5 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.