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Galway United v Dundalk Stats

Data last updated: Thu 11 Jun 2026, 03:46 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Galway United and Dundalk meet in a Premier Division clash where both sides have shown attacking intent and willingness to push forward. Galway United's recent matches have featured high corner counts, supported by their aggressive wing play and set-piece focus. Dundalk, sitting higher in the table, also generate frequent attacking opportunities, often forcing corners through sustained pressure. This fixture promises a dynamic battle on the flanks, with both teams likely to create multiple corner situations as they seek to break defensive lines and capitalize on set-piece chances.

BT4Y best bet

Over 8.5 Corners

  • Both teams average over 4.5 corners per game, combining for around 9.8 corners on average.
  • Recent form shows Galway United and Dundalk have corner-heavy matches, fitting the Over 8.5 Corners market.
  • Both sides employ wide attacking strategies that generate frequent corner kicks.
  • The match tempo and attacking intent suggest sustained pressure and multiple set-piece opportunities.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Over 8.5 Corners with a 75% chance, reflecting both teams' tendency to win corners through active wing play and offensive pressure. Galway United average 4.6 corners per game, while Dundalk average 5.2, combining to nearly 10 corners per match. Their attacking styles and recent form support a high corner count. No price warnings apply, making this a standard stake recommendation. The data quality is solid with no limitations, reinforcing in this corner market.

Galway United avg corners4.6 per game
Strong positive
Dundalk avg corners5.2 per game
Strong positive
Model chance75%
Strong positive
Recent form corner trendsHigh corner counts in recent matches
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a lively contest with both Galway United and Dundalk pushing aggressively down the flanks, generating numerous corner opportunities. The combined average corner count near 10 per game and tactical emphasis on wing play make Over 8.5 Corners a compelling choice. This bet aligns well with the teams' attacking profiles and recent match patterns.

Main risk

The main risk is a match scenario with early goals reducing attacking urgency, which could lower corner counts.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Corners market

“This fixture features two teams that rely heavily on wide play and set-piece delivery, naturally leading to a high volume of corners. The statistical corner averages and tactical approaches strongly support betting Over 8.5 Corners.”

Key Data Signals

Over 8.5 Corners evidence

Both teams average over 4.5 corners per game, combining for around 9.8 corners on average.

Recent form shows Galway United and Dundalk have corner-heavy matches, fitting the Over 8.5 Corners market.

Both sides employ wide attacking strategies that generate frequent corner kicks.

The match tempo and attacking intent suggest sustained pressure and multiple set-piece opportunities.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 8.5 Corners notes

  • Over the last seven head-to-head matches, the average goals total is 2.71, indicating open games.
  • Both teams have a 60% over 2.5 goals rate this season, suggesting matches with attacking tempo and chances.
  • These trends align with a game that produces multiple attacking phases and set-piece opportunities, conducive to a high corner count.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Galway United4.6
Avg corners for
Dundalk5.2
Galway United10.4
Avg total corners
Dundalk10.2
Galway United2.4
Avg yellow cards
Dundalk2.6
Galway United12.4
Avg shots
Dundalk14
Market aligned with main pickOver 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 69% · edge +5.6 pts
1.44
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Over 9.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 69%
1.73
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Over 10.5 CornersBet365 guide price
1.98
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The teams average 4.6 and 5.2 corners per game respectively, reflecting sustained wing pressure and frequent deliveries into the box. Shot volumes are also healthy, with Dundalk averaging 14 shots and Galway United 12.4 per game, indicating active attacking phases that typically generate corners. Discipline is moderate, so fouls and cards should not significantly disrupt attacking flow.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Galway United1.8
Avg goals scored
Dundalk1.6
Galway United2
Avg goals conceded
Dundalk1.6
Galway United100%
BTTS rate
Dundalk80%
Galway United60%
Over 2.5 goals
Dundalk60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 76% vs implied 65% · edge +10.6 pts
1.53
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 80%
1.18
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 62%
1.65
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 44%
2.5
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 42%
2.2
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 28%
2.38
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Both teams have shown attacking intent with Galway United scoring 1.8 goals per game and Dundalk 1.6, while BTTS rates are high at 100% and 80% respectively. This attacking openness often correlates with increased attacking pressure and set-piece opportunities, indirectly supporting a higher corner count in this match.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Market aligned with main pickOver 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 69% · edge +5.6 pts
1.44
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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 76%
1.53
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Dundalk Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
1.78
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Dundalk to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.25
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 62%
1.65
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Galway United Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2.02
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 26%
3.4
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The Over 8.5 Corners market is well supported by the combined average corner count of nearly 10 per game between Galway United and Dundalk. The model's 75% probability indicates a strong likelihood of this outcome, with no price warnings suggesting a balanced market. This makes the corner market a sensible selection based on current data and team tendencies.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Galway United

DLWLD
Last 51W 2D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 4D 3L
29 May 2026A Shelbourne1-1
22 May 2026H Bohemians2-4
16 May 2026A Sligo Rovers4-1
08 May 2026H Shamrock Rovers1-3
04 May 2026A Derry City1-1

Dundalk

WDWLD
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 3D 3L
29 May 2026H Derry City2-1
22 May 2026A Drogheda United1-1
15 May 2026H Shamrock Rovers1-0
08 May 2026H Bohemians1-3
04 May 2026A Waterford3-3
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 80% vs implied 74% · edge +6.5 pts
1.36
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Dundalk Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 63%
1.78
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Dundalk to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.25
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Galway United Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2.02
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Home / DrawBetUK guide price · model 56%
1.53
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 26%
3.4
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Galway United to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
2.8
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Recent matches for both Galway United and Dundalk have featured elevated corner counts, consistent with their attacking styles. Galway United's 60% over 2.5 goals rate and 100% BTTS rate suggest open games with sustained pressure, while Dundalk's similar stats reinforce the likelihood of multiple corners. This recent form underpins in the Over 8.5 Corners market.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

4Galway United wins
2Draws
1Dundalk wins
17 Apr 2026Dundalk v Galway United2-1
06 Mar 2026Galway United v Dundalk2-2
04 Oct 2024Galway United v Dundalk1-1
02 Aug 2024Dundalk v Galway United0-2
24 May 2024Galway United v Dundalk2-0
23 Feb 2024Dundalk v Galway United0-2
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 76% vs implied 65% · edge +10.6 pts
1.53
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Dundalk to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.25
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 62%
1.65
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 26%
3.4
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Galway United to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
2.8
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The seven previous meetings between Galway United and Dundalk have averaged 2.71 goals per game, reflecting open contests with attacking intent. While the sample is moderate, it supports the expectation of active play and sustained pressure, which often translates into a higher number of corners in the fixture.
Season team stats

Premier Division

Galway United18
Played
Dundalk19
Galway United1.4
Avg goals for
Dundalk1.6
Galway United1.6
Avg goals against
Dundalk1.5
Galway United1
Clean sheets
Dundalk4
Best odds for this sectionDundalk Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · Model 63% vs implied 56% · edge +7 pts
1.78
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Dundalk to WinBetfred guide price · model 54%
2.25
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Galway United Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 45%
2.02
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Galway United to WinBet365 guide price · model 30%
2.8
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Season-long data shows Galway United average 4.6 corners and Dundalk 5.2 per game, reflecting consistent attacking wing play and set-piece involvement. These figures support the expectation of a high corner count in this fixture, as both teams maintain offensive strategies that generate frequent corners.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
4Dundalk29197843
7Galway United2118567-3
Dundalk's higher league position and points tally indicate a stronger overall performance, but Galway United's mid-table status and recent form suggest they will compete aggressively. The standings provide context but do not diminish the likelihood of a high corner count given both teams' attacking tendencies and tactical approaches.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

60%Galway United Over 2.5
60%Dundalk Over 2.5
2.71H2H avg goals
Over the last seven head-to-head matches, the average goals total is 2.71, indicating open games. Both teams have a 60% over 2.5 goals rate this season, suggesting matches with attacking tempo and chances. These trends align with a game that produces multiple attacking phases and set-piece opportunities, conducive to a high corner count.

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