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Sligo Rovers v Shelbourne Stats

Data last updated: Fri 26 Jun 2026, 04:22 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Sligo Rovers host Shelbourne at The Showgrounds in a Premier Division clash where the home side faces mounting pressure. Sitting ninth with 19 points, Sligo struggle with scoring and defensive stability, having netted just 15 goals and conceded 33 this season. Shelbourne arrive in better form, positioned fifth with 30 points and boasting a strong away record of five wins in ten matches. Shelbourne's tactical approach emphasizes possession control and wide play, aiming to exploit Sligo's defensive vulnerabilities. The fixture carries high stakes as Sligo seek to break a winless streak against Shelbourne, who themselves aim to maintain upward momentum.

BT4Y best bet

Shelbourne to Win

  • Shelbourne unbeaten in last 5 away league matches
  • Sligo Rovers scored only 4 goals in last 6 matches
  • Shelbourne have won 4 of last 5 meetings against Sligo
  • Sligo winless in last 3 home league games
  • Shelbourne hold 68% possession in previous league meeting

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

Shelbourne's strong away record and superior league position underpin the model's in an away win. Their ability to control possession and create quality chances contrasts with Sligo's recent attacking struggles and defensive frailties. The model's 62.2% chance aligns closely with the market , indicating a small positive . While Shelbourne have conceded goals recently, their resilience on the road and historical control over Sligo provide a solid football rationale for backing their victory. No data limitations affect this assessment.

Away form5 wins, 4 draws, 1 loss in 10 away games
Strong positive
Sligo attacking output4 goals in last 6 matches
Negative
Head-to-head recordShelbourne won 4 of last 5 meetings
Strong positive
Defensive concernsShelbourne conceded in 5 of last 6 games
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Shelbourne's consistent away performances and tactical control make them the logical choice to win this match. Their ability to maintain possession and create chances contrasts with Sligo's scoring difficulties and defensive instability, providing a clear football and data-based edge for an away victory.

Main risk

Shelbourne's recent defensive lapses could allow Sligo to exploit transition opportunities and frustrate the visitors, especially if Shelbourne become complacent with possession.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · match outcome

“Shelbourne's superior away resilience and tactical discipline position them well to capitalize on Sligo's attacking struggles and defensive vulnerabilities in this fixture.”

Key Data Signals

Shelbourne to Win evidence

Shelbourne unbeaten in last 5 away league matches

Sligo Rovers scored only 4 goals in last 6 matches

Shelbourne have won 4 of last 5 meetings against Sligo

Sligo winless in last 3 home league games

What To Watch In The Data

Shelbourne to Win notes

  • In the last ten meetings, the average goals per game is 2.2, suggesting moderate scoring.
  • Shelbourne have won 83% of recent encounters, indicating a trend of control.
  • The trend panel suggests a controlled tempo with potential for over 2.5 goals, but given Sligo's low scoring form, a cautious approach to goal expectations is warranted.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Sligo Rovers0.8
Avg goals scored
Shelbourne1
Sligo Rovers2.8
Avg goals conceded
Shelbourne1.4
Sligo Rovers60%
BTTS rate
Shelbourne60%
Sligo Rovers80%
Over 2.5 goals
Shelbourne60%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 70% vs implied 27% · edge +43.3 pts
3.75
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.95
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.28
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 39%
3.4
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 48%
1.85
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 34%
1.25
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Both teams show contrasting goal trends: Sligo's low scoring rate and Shelbourne's moderate attack suggest a likely low to moderate scoring game. Both teams have a 60% BTTS rate recently, indicating goals from both sides are possible but not guaranteed, supporting a cautious expectation of goals.
Market odds

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

Market aligned with main pickShelbourne to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 62% vs implied 58% · edge +4.4 pts
1.73
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 70%
3.75
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.95
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Shelbourne Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.4
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.44
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The for Shelbourne to win reflect their strong away form and historical control over Sligo, offering a small positive . The market pricing aligns well with the model's 62.2% chance, suggesting in an away victory but without a large margin of value, indicating a standard staking approach.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Sligo Rovers5
Avg corners for
Shelbourne3
Sligo Rovers11.25
Avg total corners
Shelbourne8
Sligo Rovers1.5
Avg yellow cards
Shelbourne1.67
Sligo Rovers10
Avg shots
Shelbourne10
Best odds for this sectionOver 9.5 CornersBet365 guide price · Model 55% vs implied 58% · edge -3.1 pts
1.73
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Over 10.5 CornersBetMGM guide price
2
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 61%
1.44
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Sligo average more corners per game (5) than Shelbourne (2.5), reflecting their attempts to create chances despite scoring struggles. Shelbourne take more shots and shots on target, indicating better attacking efficiency. Discipline is balanced, with Sligo averaging more yellow cards, hinting at a potentially physical contest with moderate fouling and set-piece opportunities.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Sligo Rovers

LLLWL
Last 51W 0D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 2D 5L
19 Jun 2026A St Patrick's Athl.0-2
12 Jun 2026A Waterford0-4
29 May 2026H Bohemians1-3
22 May 2026A Shamrock Rovers2-1
16 May 2026H Galway United1-4

Shelbourne

LDWDD
Last 51W 3D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 5D 1L
22 Jun 2026H Bohemians0-3
19 Jun 2026A Drogheda United2-2
12 Jun 2026H Shamrock Rovers2-1
29 May 2026H Galway United1-1
25 May 2026A Derry City0-0
Market aligned with main pickShelbourne to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 62% vs implied 58% · edge +4.4 pts
1.73
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Away / DrawBetUK guide price · model 84%
1.18
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Shelbourne Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.4
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Shelbourne have collected 6 points in recent matches with a solid defensive record conceding 1.4 goals per game, while Sligo have struggled, earning only 3 points and conceding 2.8 goals per game. Shelbourne's form and defensive solidity away from home contrast with Sligo's difficulties, reinforcing in an away win.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

2Sligo Rovers wins
2Draws
6Shelbourne wins
08 May 2026Shelbourne v Sligo Rovers0-0
21 Mar 2026Sligo Rovers v Shelbourne0-1
17 Oct 2025Shelbourne v Sligo Rovers3-1
02 Aug 2025Sligo Rovers v Shelbourne0-2
23 May 2025Shelbourne v Sligo Rovers3-2
28 Mar 2025Sligo Rovers v Shelbourne1-2
Market aligned with main pickShelbourne to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 62% vs implied 58% · edge +4.4 pts
1.73
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 70%
3.75
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.95
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The head-to-head record strongly favors Shelbourne, who have won four of the last five meetings and remain unbeaten in seven attempts against Sligo. This historical control adds psychological and tactical weight to Shelbourne's chances, although the previous 0-0 draw shows Sligo can frustrate if they maintain defensive discipline.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

Premier Division

Sligo Rovers21
Played
Shelbourne22
Sligo Rovers0.7
Avg goals for
Shelbourne1.4
Sligo Rovers1.6
Avg goals against
Shelbourne1.5
Sligo Rovers5
Clean sheets
Shelbourne5
Market aligned with main pickShelbourne to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 62% vs implied 58% · edge +4.4 pts
1.73
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Shelbourne Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 70%
1.4
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Over the season, Shelbourne have scored 31 goals compared to Sligo's 15, highlighting a significant attacking advantage. Defensively, both teams have conceded over 30 goals, but Sligo's negative goal difference of -18 underscores their struggles. Shelbourne's superior offensive output and more balanced defense support their chances of winning.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
5Shelbourne3022796-1
9Sligo Rovers19215412-18
Shelbourne sit fifth with 30 points, comfortably ahead of ninth-placed Sligo on 19 points. This gap reflects Shelbourne's stronger overall campaign and less pressure in the league standings, allowing them to approach the match with more and composure compared to a Sligo side fighting to improve their position.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

80%Sligo Rovers Over 2.5
60%Shelbourne Over 2.5
2.2H2H avg goals
In the last ten meetings, the average goals per game is 2.2, suggesting moderate scoring. Shelbourne have won 83% of recent encounters, indicating a trend of control. The trend panel suggests a controlled tempo with potential for over 2.5 goals, but given Sligo's low scoring form, a cautious approach to goal expectations is warranted.

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