Bohemians
St Patrick's Athl.Premier Division | Fri 26 Jun, 20:00
Bohemians v St Patrick's Athl. Stats
Data last updated: Thu 25 Jun 2026, 05:25 UK timeMatch Report
Fixture analysis
Bohemians host St Patrick's Athletic in a tightly poised Premier Division clash at Dalymount Park, with just two points separating the sides. Bohemians come off a confident 3-0 home win but have shown defensive vulnerabilities recently, conceding 11 goals in their last six games. St Patrick's Athletic boast a strong defensive record, conceding only three goals in their last six matches, yet have struggled to win away in their last four league outings. Both teams are expected to engage in a tactical midfield battle, with Bohemians seeking to balance attacking intent and defensive solidity, while St Patrick's aim to maintain their disciplined shape and exploit transition opportunities. This matchup promises a tense, low-scoring contest where neither side can afford to lose ground in the title race.
Draw
- Bohemians and St Patrick's Athletic separated by just two points in the league standings.
- Bohemians scored 3-0 in their last home game but have conceded 11 goals in their past six matches.
- St Patrick's Athletic have conceded only 3 goals in their last six games, showing defensive resilience.
- St Patrick's Athletic are winless in their last four away league matches, indicating potential road struggles.
- Recent head-to-head matches average 1.67 goals, suggesting a low-scoring, tight encounter.
Why The Model Likes This Bet
Chance, price and football numbers
The model favors a draw given the narrow two-point gap and recent form trends. Bohemians' attacking threat is offset by defensive fragility, while St Patrick's defensive discipline and away difficulties balance the contest. The average goals per game between these teams is low, supporting a stalemate outcome. Although the are slightly short, the tactical balance and defensive solidity on both sides justify a cautious backing of the draw. Reduced stakes are advised due to the price sensitivity and the potential for an early goal to shift momentum.
Verdict
BT4Y analyst view
The draw is a logical outcome given the tactical discipline and defensive strengths of St Patrick's Athletic combined with Bohemians' home attacking threat tempered by recent defensive lapses. Both teams' recent form and narrow league gap suggest a cautious, tightly contested match likely to end level.
An early goal by Bohemians could disrupt the expected tactical balance, forcing St Patrick's Athletic to open up and increasing the chance of a decisive result.
Quote from Expert
BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome
“This fixture is a chess match where defensive organization and midfield control will dictate the outcome. The draw reflects the balance of attacking promise and defensive caution on both sides.”
Key Data Signals
Draw evidence
Bohemians and St Patrick's Athletic separated by just two points in the league standings.
Bohemians scored 3-0 in their last home game but have conceded 11 goals in their past six matches.
St Patrick's Athletic have conceded only 3 goals in their last six games, showing defensive resilience.
St Patrick's Athletic are winless in their last four away league matches, indicating potential road struggles.
What To Watch In The Data
Draw notes
- Over the last ten meetings, the average goals per game stand at 1.9, indicating low-scoring encounters.
- This trend, combined with recent defensive form, suggests a match tempo favoring tight defensive control and limited goal-scoring opportunities, aligning with an Over 2.5 Goals trend panel that signals caution for high-scoring outcomes.
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Bohemians
St Patrick's Athl.
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Head-to-head
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League standings snapshot
Current table context.
| Pos | Team | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | St Patrick's Athl. | 38 | 21 | 11 | 5 | 5 | 18 |
| 3 | Bohemians | 37 | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 9 |
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