St Patrick’s Athletic vs Shelbourne predictions for Friday’s Irish Premier Division clash at Richmond Park. The hosts are looking to secure their 12th win of the campaign? Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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St Patricks vs Shelbourne Predictions
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A Closely Contested Clash
Key Stats
– Shelbourne FC have not lost any of their last 7 away games, but they haven’t won in their last 3 games against Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC.
– Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC tends to score 30% of their goals in the final 15 minutes of the game, while Shelbourne FC scores 35% of their goals in the 15 minutes after halftime.
As the Premier Division heats up, we shift our focus to the impending clash between St. Patrick’s Athletic and Shelbourne FC. Looking at the history between these two stalwarts of Irish football, the playing field seems to be balanced, with each team showcasing strengths in different areas.
A Tale of Two Teams
When Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC play on home turf, the most frequent match outcome is a 1-0 victory, occurring in 3 out of their past matches with Shelbourne FC. This statistic becomes even more pertinent when we consider that the most common result of matches between these two teams is also 1-0, irrespective of the venue.
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Over the last 16 meetings at St. Patrick’s Athletic FC’s home ground, the teams have been evenly matched. With each team winning 6 times and 4 draws, it’s clear that this upcoming game is set to be a nail-biter.
Interestingly, Shelbourne FC have not lost any of their last 4 games. They also impressively haven’t been defeated in any of their last 7 away games. However, they haven’t been successful in any of their last 3 games against Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC, indicating that they might struggle against their host’s formidable home record.
Analysing The Gameplay
Looking at how the teams tend to score, Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC have a notable habit of scoring 30% of their goals between the 76-90 minute mark, possibly signifying a strong endgame strategy or superior fitness levels allowing them to exploit tired defences. On the other hand, Shelbourne FC scored 35% of their goals in the 46–60 minute range, just after halftime, indicating a strong start to the second half.
Saint Patrick’s Athletic To Edge A Lively Affair
I believe there is good value in backing St Patrick’s to win and both teams to score. This prediction is based on several factors. Firstly, Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC have been formidable at home, winning their last three home matches consecutively. This streak has undoubtedly boosted their morale and can give them the edge in the upcoming encounter.
Secondly, the team has a strong scoring rate, with an average of 1.8 goals per game. They also have a key player in Chris Forrester, who has netted an impressive 10 goals this season. These statistics indicate a strong attack capable of breaching Shelbourne’s defence.
However, it’s crucial to note that despite their attacking prowess, Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC does have some vulnerability in their defence. The team has conceded 30 goals in 21 matches, which leaves room for Shelbourne to get on the scoresheet.
Shelbourne FC, on the other hand, have managed to score in many of their away matches, as evidenced by the fact that they haven’t lost any of their last 7 away matches. With a considerable 35% of their goals coming in the 46–60 minute range, this gives them a window of opportunity to score, despite Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC’s dominance at home.
While predicting an exact scoreline in football can be challenging, there are several reasons why a 2-1 victory in favour of Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC deserves a small punt.
Firstly, as mentioned earlier, Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC have been in excellent form at home, winning their last three home matches in a row. Also, they tend to score 30% of their goals in the final minutes (76-90), suggesting they often apply intense pressure towards the end of the game, leading to potential late goals.
However, Saint Patrick’s Athletic FC’s defence isn’t as formidable as their attack. They have conceded an average of 1.4 goals per game. Given this and the fact that Shelbourne FC scores most of their goals early in the second half, it’s highly possible that Shelbourne can secure a goal.
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