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Derry City v Sligo Rovers Stats

Data last updated: Thu 06 Aug 2026, 05:19 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Derry City and Sligo Rovers meet in a Premier Division clash where both sides have shown attacking intent but defensive vulnerabilities. Derry City averages 4 corners per game while Sligo Rovers averages 2.33, indicating a moderate supply of set-piece opportunities. Recent form shows both teams involved in open games with Sligo Rovers having a high rate of over 2.5 goals matches (80%) and both teams frequently seeing corners and fouls. This fixture is likely to feature sustained pressure and territorial battles, setting the stage for a corner-rich encounter under Friday night lights.

BT4Y best bet

Over 8.5 Corners

  • Derry City averages 4 corners per game, Sligo Rovers 2.33, supporting Over 8.5 Corners.
  • Recent matches show high fouling and set-piece involvement, increasing corner chances.
  • Sligo Rovers' attacking style leads to sustained pressure and wide attacks.
  • Both teams have moderate shot volumes, indicating active offensive phases.
  • Historical data shows open games with frequent set-piece situations.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Over 8.5 Corners at a 75% chance based on both teams' average corner counts and match tempo. Derry City's 4 corners per game combined with Sligo Rovers' 2.33 corners and aggressive attacking approach create a strong likelihood of surpassing 8.5 corners. The teams' fouling rates and shot volumes further support sustained pressure and frequent set-piece opportunities. No data limitations are present, and the price is balanced with the , making this a solid standard stake selection.

Derry City avg corners4 per game
Strong positive
Sligo Rovers avg corners2.33 per game
Positive
Match tempo and foulsHigh fouling and sustained pressure
Positive
Shot volumesModerate shots indicating attacking phases
Positive
Data qualityGood data coverage for both teams
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a dynamic match with both Derry City and Sligo Rovers pushing forward and creating set-piece chances. Derry City's higher corner average combined with Sligo Rovers' attacking intent suggests the corner count will exceed 8.5. The teams' recent form and tactical styles align well with a corner-rich game, making this a compelling selection.

Main risk

Sligo's counter-attacking threat ensures they score, but Derry's attacking firepower should secure multiple goals.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corners market rationale

“The corner market here reflects the attacking tendencies and fouling patterns of both sides, making Over 8.5 Corners a logical choice given the match tempo and pressure expected.”

Key Data Signals

Over 8.5 Corners evidence

Derry City averages 4 corners per game, Sligo Rovers 2.33, supporting Over 8.5 Corners.

Recent matches show high fouling and set-piece involvement, increasing corner chances.

Sligo Rovers' attacking style leads to sustained pressure and wide attacks.

Both teams have moderate shot volumes, indicating active offensive phases.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 8.5 Corners notes

  • In the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 2.1, indicating moderately open games.
  • This tempo often correlates with increased corner opportunities due to attacking transitions and defensive pressure, supporting the Over 2.5 Goals trend panel and indirectly reinforcing the corner market's validity.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Derry City5
Avg corners for
Sligo Rovers2.2
Derry City10.25
Avg total corners
Sligo Rovers10.4
Derry City2.5
Avg yellow cards
Sligo Rovers1.8
Derry City13
Avg shots
Sligo Rovers8.4
Best odds for this sectionOver 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Highlighted because this is the strongest available price in this section.
1.83
Check odds @ 1.83
Derry City averages 4 corners per game, supported by 16 shots per match, indicating active offensive phases. Sligo Rovers' 2.33 corners and 9.67 shots per game reflect a less frequent but still consistent threat. The fouling rates and yellow card averages suggest physical contests that often lead to set-piece situations, supporting a higher corner count.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Derry City1.4
Avg goals scored
Sligo Rovers1.6
Derry City1.6
Avg goals conceded
Sligo Rovers2
Derry City80%
BTTS rate
Sligo Rovers100%
Derry City40%
Over 2.5 goals
Sligo Rovers80%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 76%
1.22
Check odds @ 1.22
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 58%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 40%
2.75
Check odds @ 2.75
Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 46%
2.08
Check odds @ 2.08
BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 28%
1.8
Check odds @ 1.8
Both teams show tendencies toward open play with Sligo Rovers having an 80% over 2.5 goals rate and Derry City 40%. Both teams to score rates are high (80% and 100%), suggesting attacking games that often generate set pieces and corners through sustained offensive pressure and transitions.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionBTTS 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 39%
4.15
Check odds @ 4.15
Sligo Rovers to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
6.25
Check odds @ 6.25
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 58%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
DrawBetMGM guide price · model 27%
4.33
Check odds @ 4.33
Derry City Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 61%
1.22
Check odds @ 1.22
Derry City to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.4
Check odds @ 1.4
The Over 8.5 Corners market is priced in line with the model's 75% chance, indicating a balanced value proposition. The reflect the combined corner averages and match tempo without significant overpricing, making it a sensible standard stake pick rather than a high-value or price-sensitive angle.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Derry City

DLWDL
Last 51W 2D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 5D 3L
02 Aug 2026A St Patrick's Athl.1-1
03 Jul 2026H Waterford2-4
26 Jun 2026H Drogheda United2-0
22 Jun 2026A Shamrock Rovers1-1
19 Jun 2026A Galway United1-2

Sligo Rovers

DDLLD
Last 50W 3D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 3D 6L
31 Jul 2026A Dundalk1-1
25 Jul 2026H Drogheda United2-2
11 Jul 2026A Galway United2-3
03 Jul 2026H Shamrock Rovers1-2
27 Jun 2026H Shelbourne2-2
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 53% vs implied 38% · edge +15 pts
2.62
Check odds @ 2.62
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Sligo Rovers Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 39%
4.15
Check odds @ 4.15
Sligo Rovers to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
6.25
Check odds @ 6.25
Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 79%
1.11
Check odds @ 1.11
DrawBetMGM guide price · model 27%
4.33
Check odds @ 4.33
Derry City Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 61%
1.22
Check odds @ 1.22
Derry City to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.4
Check odds @ 1.4
Recent form data shows Derry City averaging 4 corners per game and Sligo Rovers 2.33, with both teams involved in matches featuring frequent fouls and set pieces. This pattern supports the likelihood of a corner count exceeding 8.5, reflecting their current tactical approaches and match rhythms.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

5Derry City wins
2Draws
3Sligo Rovers wins
06 Apr 2026Sligo Rovers v Derry City0-0
06 Feb 2026Derry City v Sligo Rovers2-1
09 Jan 2026Sligo Rovers v Derry City1-0
05 Oct 2025Derry City v Sligo Rovers1-0
12 Jul 2025Sligo Rovers v Derry City2-0
22 Apr 2025Derry City v Sligo Rovers3-0
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 51% · edge +15 pts
1.95
Check odds @ 1.95
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Sligo Rovers to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
6.25
Check odds @ 6.25
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 58%
1.73
Check odds @ 1.73
DrawBetMGM guide price · model 27%
4.33
Check odds @ 4.33
Derry City to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.4
Check odds @ 1.4
The ten previous meetings between Derry City and Sligo Rovers have averaged 2.1 goals per game, reflecting moderately open contests. While this sample is limited, it suggests a balanced offensive exchange that can generate corners through sustained attacks and defensive clearances, providing background support for the corner market.
Season team stats

Premier Division

Derry City26
Played
Sligo Rovers26
Derry City1.3
Avg goals for
Sligo Rovers0.9
Derry City1.2
Avg goals against
Sligo Rovers1.7
Derry City6
Clean sheets
Sligo Rovers5
Best odds for this sectionSligo Rovers Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 39% vs implied 24% · edge +15 pts
4.15
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Sligo Rovers to WinBetMGM guide price · model 31%
6.25
Check odds @ 6.25
Derry City Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 61%
1.22
Check odds @ 1.22
Derry City to WinBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.4
Check odds @ 1.4
Season-long corner statistics confirm Derry City's consistent corner production at 4 per game and Sligo Rovers at 2.33. Combined with their attacking and defensive styles, these figures underpin the expectation of a corner-rich match, aligning well with the Over 8.5 Corners market.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
6Derry City302661281
10Sligo Rovers22265714-20
While league standings are not available, both teams' attacking and defensive stats suggest a competitive fixture with open play and set-piece opportunities. The lack of table pressure data means tactical and form signals carry more weight in assessing corner potential.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

40%Derry City Over 2.5
80%Sligo Rovers Over 2.5
2.1H2H avg goals
In the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 2.1, indicating moderately open games. This tempo often correlates with increased corner opportunities due to attacking transitions and defensive pressure, supporting the Over 2.5 Goals trend panel and indirectly reinforcing the corner market's validity.

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