Shelbourne vs Bohemians predictions for Friday’s League of Ireland fixture. Shels will be keen to secure another win when they take on the Bohs. Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
Match Live Friday, 14th July at 7:45 pm In:
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Shelbourne vs Bohemians Predictions
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A Battle of Dublin Rivals
Key Stats
– Shelbourne managed to score four goals in their last game, hinting at their attacking prowess.
– Bohemians are winless in six away games, suggesting potential difficulties on the road.
This Friday, the stage is set for an exhilarating showdown as Shelbourne and Bohemians face off in a League of Ireland Premier clash at Tolka Park. These fierce Dublin rivals, both coming from previous wins, promise an intense encounter as Shelbourne seek to settle the score from their 4-3 home loss in the Leinster Senior Cup semi-finals.
Shelbourne: Rising from the Ashes
Shelbourne, steered by Damien Duff, have been on a remarkable journey. Last season, they concluded in the seventh spot with 41 points. Fast-forward to this term, and they are now hovering in the sixth position with 34 points, a comfortable 11 points away from the relegation area and only four points away from Bohemians.
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Breaking away from a four-game winless streak, Shelbourne dominated UCD in a stunning 4-0 triumph on the road. This was the most emphatic victory for Shels in the top-flight away games in the last 20 years, indicative of the team’s potent form. Jack Moylan, their leading scorer, was instrumental in this game, netting his eighth goal of the season. Other contributors were Jonathan Lunney, Sean Boyd, and John Ross Wilson who demonstrated superb coordination in the second half to ensure the win.
Bohemians are, however, not unfamiliar opponents for Shelbourne. Before their recent cup defeat, Shels had an impressive four-match unbeaten run against the Gypsies, keeping clean sheets three times. As Shelbourne prepares for the double-header against Bohemians, Duff will undoubtedly be instilling this winning spirit back into his team.
Bohemians: The Road Warriors
Bohemians, on the other hand, are looking to cement their hold on the fifth position, and a win could potentially take them closer to the top three. After their impressive comeback against Dundalk in a 3-2 victory, Bohemians will be heading into Friday’s clash with confidence.
The team has shown resilience and an ability to bounce back from adversity. Being behind 2-1 with only nine minutes remaining against Dundalk, Bohemians managed to pull off an incredible win, thanks to late goals from John O’Sullivan and Jonathan Afolabi. This kind of resilience will be needed against a determined Shelbourne side.
Away games have been a struggle for Bohemians, with six successive matches without a win, but their recent cup win over Shelbourne has likely boosted their morale. The upcoming match will be a test of whether they can replicate that performance on the road and keep their hold on the bragging rights against their city rivals.
Team News and Lineups
Both teams face injury concerns. Shelbourne are dealing with the absence of Matty Smith, Brian McManus, and Shane Griffin, and the condition of Kyle Robinson, who sustained a head injury in the last match against Bohemians, will continue to be assessed. Bohemians, on the other hand, has Ali Coote, James Akintunde, and Keith Buckley on the doubtful list, while Dean Williams and Luke Dennison are in the treatment room for several weeks.
Match Prediction: A Goal Fest and A Clean Sheet
Analysing their recent form, the head-to-head statistics, and the current team strengths, a prediction of Over 1.5 Goals seems a justified expectation for the upcoming match. Both teams have shown significant attacking prowess in their recent encounters, and this match will likely see goals from both sides.
On the other hand, predicting the correct score requires a closer look at the defensive capabilities and recent performances of both teams. Shelbourne’s record of three clean sheets in four matches against Bohemians and their ten clean sheets in the Premier Division so far suggest they are capable of nullifying Bohemians’ attack. Considering this, a correct score prediction of 2-0 in favour of Shelbourne seems a decent bet.
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