Drogheda United
St Patrick's Athl.Premier Division | Fri 21 Aug, 19:45
Drogheda United v St Patrick's Athl. Stats
Data last updated: Thu 20 Aug 2026, 09:58 UK timeMatch Report
Fixture analysis
Drogheda United face St Patrick's Athl. in a Premier Division clash where both sides have shown contrasting attacking and defensive tendencies. Drogheda United have struggled offensively, averaging under one goal per game, while St Patrick's Athl. boast a more potent attack and sit comfortably in second place. The match is likely to feature territorial battles and set-piece opportunities given Drogheda's defensive vulnerabilities and St Patrick's Athl.'s attacking pressure. Both teams have a moderate rate of over 2.5 goals games, suggesting a balanced but open contest under Friday night lights.
Over 9.5 Corners
- Model projects a 69% chance for Over 9.5 Corners, indicating strong corner volume
- Drogheda United average 4 corners per game; St Patrick's Athl. average 5, combining for 9 on average
- St Patrick's Athl. generate higher shot volume, increasing corner likelihood from attacking pressure
- Recent form shows both teams have a 40% rate of over 2.5 goals games, supporting attacking intent
- Player data shows multiple attackers with high shot and key pass rates, implying sustained offensive phases
Why The Model Likes This Bet
Chance, price and football numbers
The model favors Over 9.5 Corners with a 69% probability, reflecting both teams' attacking styles and defensive setups. Drogheda United's tendency to concede pressure and St Patrick's Athl.'s higher shot and key pass rates contribute to frequent corner situations. The combined average of 9 corners per game and the match tempo suggest sustained wide play and set-piece chances. No price warnings apply, making this a solid value bet with standard staking recommended.
Verdict
BT4Y analyst view
Expect a match with sustained attacking phases and territorial battles leading to numerous corner kicks. St Patrick's Athl.'s offensive threat combined with Drogheda United's defensive approach suggests a high likelihood of crossing and set-piece situations, supporting the Over 9.5 Corners selection.
Corner volume can be sterile if territory does not become shots, crosses or repeat box entries.
Quote from Expert
BT4Y analyst view · Corners market
“This fixture's corner count is driven by St Patrick's Athl.'s aggressive wing play and Drogheda United's defensive resilience being tested repeatedly, making Over 9.5 Corners a compelling angle.”
Key Data Signals
Over 9.5 Corners evidence
Model projects a 69% chance for Over 9.5 Corners, indicating strong corner volume
Drogheda United average 4 corners per game; St Patrick's Athl. Average 5, combining for 9 on average
St Patrick's Athl. Generate higher shot volume, increasing corner likelihood from attacking pressure
Recent form shows both teams have a 40% rate of over 2.5 goals games, supporting attacking intent
What To Watch In The Data
Over 9.5 Corners notes
- In the last ten head-to-head matches, the average goals scored is 1.8, indicating moderately open games.
- Both teams have a 40% over 2.5 goals rate this season, suggesting a tempo that supports attacking phases and set-piece situations, which can lead to a higher corner count in this fixture.
Corners, cards and shots
Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.
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Goals, BTTS and over/under
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Recent form
Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.
Drogheda United
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Head-to-head
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Season team stats
Premier Division
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League standings snapshot
Current table context.
| Pos | Team | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | St Patrick's Athl. | 47 | 27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 20 |
| 9 | Drogheda United | 28 | 27 | 6 | 10 | 11 | -12 |
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