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Premier Division | Fri 28 Aug, 19:45

Bohemians v Sligo Rovers Stats

Data last updated: Thu 27 Aug 2026, 08:17 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Bohemians, sitting third in the Premier Division, host tenth-placed Sligo Rovers in a Friday evening fixture. Bohemians have shown stronger recent form with 10 points from their last five matches, averaging 2.2 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per game, while Sligo Rovers have struggled for points and goals, managing just 3 points and 1 goal per match in the same period. Both teams have a 60% rate of scoring and conceding in recent games, suggesting an open contest with attacking intent from both sides. The match carries importance for Bohemians to maintain their top-table push and for Sligo to improve their standing, setting up a competitive encounter with goal-scoring potential on both ends.

BT4Y best bet

Both Teams to Score

  • Bohemians and Sligo Rovers both have a 60% BTTS rate recently, indicating frequent goals at both ends.
  • Bohemians average 20.67 shots and 6.33 shots on target per game, showing offensive pressure.
  • Sligo Rovers average fewer shots (9) and shots on target (3), but still contribute to goal chances.
  • H2H matches average 2.5 goals, supporting the likelihood of goals from both teams.
  • Bohemians rank 3rd with 47 points, Sligo 10th with 23 points, reflecting differing form but both capable of scoring.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Both Teams to Score at 70% probability, well above the implied market chance of 51.3%, offering an 18.7% . Both sides have consistently scored and conceded in recent matches, with Bohemians showing strong attacking stats and Sligo Rovers maintaining a similar BTTS rate despite lower overall offensive numbers. The average 2.5 goals in their last 10 meetings further supports the expectation of goals at both ends. This pick is supported by solid data and football context, making it a compelling choice with a standard stake recommendation.

Model Probability70%
Strong positive
Market Implied Chance51.3%
Strong positive
Recent BTTS Rate Both Teams60% each
Strong positive
H2H Average Goals2.5 goals per match
Positive
Bohemians Offensive Pressure20.67 shots/game
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Both Teams to Score is a tactically sound pick given Bohemians' attacking prowess and Sligo Rovers' tendency to concede. The data shows both sides frequently find the net, making this a balanced bet supported by recent form and historical goal trends.

Main risk

Clean-sheet strength on one side can quickly weaken the shared-scoring case.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · BTTS rationale

“Bohemians' offensive activity combined with Sligo Rovers' defensive vulnerabilities creates a strong likelihood of goals at both ends, making BTTS a logical choice for this fixture.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Bohemians and Sligo Rovers both have a 60% BTTS rate recently, indicating frequent goals at both ends.

Bohemians average 20.67 shots and 6.33 shots on target per game, showing offensive pressure.

Sligo Rovers average fewer shots (9) and shots on target (3), but still contribute to goal chances.

H2H matches average 2.5 goals, supporting the likelihood of goals from both teams.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • In the last 10 meetings, the average goals scored is 2.5 per match, with both teams regularly contributing to the scoreline.
  • This trend over a meaningful sample indicates a pattern of open play and goal-scoring opportunities, supporting expectations for Over 2.5 goals and Both Teams to Score in this fixture.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Bohemians6.4
Avg corners for
Sligo Rovers2.8
Bohemians10.6
Avg total corners
Sligo Rovers11.2
Bohemians1.8
Avg yellow cards
Sligo Rovers1.4
Bohemians16
Avg shots
Sligo Rovers9
Best odds for this sectionOver 10.5 CornersBetUK guide price · Highlighted because this is the strongest available price in this section.
1.73
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Bohemians dominate territory and pressure, averaging 8.67 corners and 20.67 shots per game, indicating sustained attacking phases. Sligo Rovers average fewer corners (2.8) and shots (9), but still create chances. Both teams have similar yellow card rates, suggesting a moderately physical game that could lead to set-piece opportunities.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Bohemians2.2
Avg goals scored
Sligo Rovers1
Bohemians1.4
Avg goals conceded
Sligo Rovers1.6
Bohemians60%
BTTS rate
Sligo Rovers60%
Bohemians40%
Over 2.5 goals
Sligo Rovers40%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 51%
2.4
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.17
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.53
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 35%
2.38
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 34%
1.8
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Recent form shows both Bohemians and Sligo Rovers score and concede in 60% of their matches, supporting BTTS. Their last 10 head-to-heads averaged 2.5 goals, reflecting open play and defensive gaps. This fixture is likely to continue that trend, with both teams capable of finding the net.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Sligo Rovers Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 34%
5.25
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Bohemians to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
1.3
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Bohemians Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 78%
1.16
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Sligo Rovers to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
8
Check odds @ 8
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.53
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 18%
5.25
Check odds @ 5.25
The Both Teams to Score market is priced attractively with implying just over 50% chance, while the model estimates a 70% probability, indicating clear value. This discrepancy suggests the market underestimates the likelihood of both sides scoring, making the bet a positive-value opportunity with no current price warnings.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Bohemians

WLDWW
Last 53W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 105W 1D 4L
21 Aug 2026H Derry City5-3
09 Aug 2026A Waterford1-3
02 Aug 2026H Galway United1-1
03 Jul 2026A Drogheda United2-0
26 Jun 2026H St Patrick's Athl.2-0

Sligo Rovers

DLDDL
Last 50W 3D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 4D 6L
21 Aug 2026H Waterford0-0
07 Aug 2026A Derry City0-2
31 Jul 2026A Dundalk1-1
25 Jul 2026H Drogheda United2-2
11 Jul 2026A Galway United2-3
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 44% vs implied 29% · edge +15 pts
3.4
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Sligo Rovers Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 34%
5.25
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Home / DrawBetfred guide price · model 86%
1.08
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Bohemians to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
1.3
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Bohemians Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 78%
1.16
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Sligo Rovers to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
8
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 18%
5.25
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Bohemians have collected 10 points in their last five matches, scoring 2.2 goals per game and conceding 1.4, reflecting balanced attacking and defensive form. Sligo Rovers have struggled with just 3 points and 1 goal per game, but maintain a 60% BTTS rate, indicating they still concede and score regularly. This recent form supports a match where both teams can find the net.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

5Bohemians wins
2Draws
3Sligo Rovers wins
29 May 2026Sligo Rovers v Bohemians1-3
10 Apr 2026Bohemians v Sligo Rovers1-2
14 Feb 2026Sligo Rovers v Bohemians0-4
30 Aug 2025Sligo Rovers v Bohemians0-0
15 Aug 2025Bohemians v Sligo Rovers0-1
27 Jun 2025Bohemians v Sligo Rovers1-1
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
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Bohemians to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
1.3
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Sligo Rovers to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
8
Check odds @ 8
Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
1.53
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 18%
5.25
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The head-to-head record over 10 matches shows an average of 2.5 goals per game, indicating a history of open contests with goals from both sides. While not overwhelmingly one-sided, this sample confirms that Bohemians and Sligo Rovers tend to both score when they meet, providing historical backing for the BTTS pick.
Season team stats

Premier Division

Bohemians28
Played
Sligo Rovers28
Bohemians1.7
Avg goals for
Sligo Rovers0.8
Bohemians1.2
Avg goals against
Sligo Rovers1.6
Bohemians10
Clean sheets
Sligo Rovers6
Best odds for this sectionSligo Rovers Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 34% vs implied 19% · edge +15 pts
5.25
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Bohemians to WinBet365 guide price · model 74%
1.3
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Bohemians Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 78%
1.16
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Sligo Rovers to WinBet365 guide price · model 23%
8
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Over the season, Bohemians have a 60% BTTS rate and average 2.2 goals scored per game, showing consistent offensive output. Sligo Rovers mirror the 60% BTTS rate but with lower scoring at 1 goal per game and conceding 1.6, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. These season-long stats reinforce the likelihood of goals from both sides in this match.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
3Bohemians4728138713
10Sligo Rovers23285815-22
Bohemians sit comfortably in 3rd place with 47 points, pushing for top-table success, while Sligo Rovers are 10th with 23 points, fighting to improve their position. The differing stakes mean Bohemians will press forward, while Sligo may take risks to score, increasing chances of goals at both ends without direct pressure from league position on defensive caution.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Bohemians Over 2.5
40%Sligo Rovers Over 2.5
2.5H2H avg goals
In the last 10 meetings, the average goals scored is 2.5 per match, with both teams regularly contributing to the scoreline. This trend over a meaningful sample indicates a pattern of open play and goal-scoring opportunities, supporting expectations for Over 2.5 goals and Both Teams to Score in this fixture.

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