Cork City vs Drogheda United Predictions, Betting Tips and Match Previews in the Irish Premier Division. Cork would need a win against Drogheda to bounce back after a difficult period. Read on for our prediction and tips.
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Match Live Friday, 30th June at 7:45 pm In:
Cork City vs Drogheda United Predictions
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A High-Stakes Battle in Ireland’s Premier Division
Key Stats
– Drogheda United have scored in eight of their last nine away games.
– The two teams’ combined average goals per game stand at 2.1, suggesting a potentially high-scoring match.
Cork City FC, still reeling from their back-to-back defeats to Dundalk and Derry City, are preparing to face off against Drogheda United this Friday evening. Matchday 22 finds Cork City FC in the danger zone, eager to regain their momentum and escape relegation. Following Tunde Owolabi’s injury in their last match, all eyes will be on forward Cian Murphy to bolster the Rebel Army’s attack.
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On the flip side, Drogheda United also arrive on the pitch with a desire to end their losing streak. Having suffered three losses in their last four league games, they are teetering on the edge of the relegation zone with a meagre two-point lead. Their troubles have been compounded by the suspension of their forward Freddie Draper, who was sent off in their 2-1 loss to Dundalk.
Past Encounters and Current Form
A glimpse into the history between the two teams indicates a clear advantage for Cork. They’ve emerged victorious in 10 of the 12 meetings since 2013, indicating a trend that Drogheda will have to work hard to break. Even more promising for the Rebel Army is their 1-0 victory against Drogheda earlier this month.
Cork’s recent home games have also been a source of hope for the team and their fans. They’ve managed to secure three wins in their last four home matches, a decent record that should provide some confidence heading into this clash. Drogheda, in contrast, has been struggling recently, with three defeats in their last four games.
The Battle Ahead: A Deep Dive into Stats
When we delve deeper into each team’s statistics, we begin to get a clearer picture of their potential performances. Cork’s attack, which scores an average of 1.1 goals per game, has been bolstered by the likes of Ruairi Keating, who has netted seven times in 21 games. His dry spell in the last four games could very well end during this pivotal match.
However, Cork’s defensive stats tell a different story. With an average of 1.8 goals conceded per game and only five clean sheets in 21 matches, it’s evident that the Rebel Army’s defence has been a weak point.
On the other side, Drogheda’s goal per game average stands at 1.0, but their strength lies in their ability to find the back of the net in away games, failing to score in just one of their last nine. This suggests that while Cork may have the upper hand, a ‘both teams to score’ scenario is highly likely.
Match Predictions: A Win for Cork City and a Goal Fest
Given the need for both teams to claw their way out of the relegation threat and their recent forms, our main prediction is a victory for Cork City FC. Despite their defensive weaknesses, their home record and historical dominance over Drogheda United place them as the favourites for this match.
However, considering Drogheda’s scoring form in away matches and Cork’s defensive record, we also predict that both teams will find the back of the net. Consequently, we anticipate a thrilling match ending in a 3-1 victory for Cork City FC.
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