Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers: match statistics
Shamrock Rovers are showcasing significantly better form and results this season, sitting 3rd in the table with a 3-2-1 record, while Drogheda United is in 7th place with 2-1-3. The visitors boast superior shooting efficiency (18% shot conversion vs 13% for the hosts) and a substantially higher average ball possession in away games (54% vs 38% for the hosts at home). Shamrock Rovers average 2 goals per away game compared to the hosts' 1.5 at home, which, given their similar xG (1.4 vs 1.33), indicates greater clinical finishing from the away side. Form over the last 5 matches also favors Shamrock (1.6 PPG vs 0.8 PPG), and the visitors have no issues finding the back of the net (0% FTS% on the road). Although Drogheda have shown some stability at home (50% win rate in home games), Shamrock Rovers' qualitative and structural advantage makes them the clear favorites for this clash.
Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Drogheda United played against Shamrock Rovers in Premier Division (Ireland). The game was played on March 16, 2026. Final score: 0:0.
Recent form
Drogheda United has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Shamrock Rovers has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Drogheda United scores 1.17 goals per game and allows 1.50. Shamrock Rovers scores 1.67 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.63 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Drogheda United's games and 50% of Shamrock Rovers's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 33%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Shamrock Rovers has the higher season xG average, 1.50 to 1.14 per game. Drogheda United takes 9.5 shots per game, while Shamrock Rovers takes 12.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Drogheda United leads at halftime in 50% of its games and scores 0.50 goals per game after halftime. Shamrock Rovers leads at halftime in 33% and scores 0.83 after halftime.
When the teams score
Drogheda United's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (4 goals). For Shamrock Rovers, it is minutes 76-90+ (4 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier Division games average 2.63 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 47% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 4 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 4 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 75% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Shamrock Rovers are showcasing significantly better form and results this season, sitting 3rd in the table with a 3-2-1 record, while Drogheda United is in 7th place with 2-1-3. The visitors boast superior shooting efficiency (18% shot conversion vs 13% for the hosts) and a substantially higher average ball possession in away games (54% vs 38% for the hosts at home). Shamrock Rovers average 2 goals per away game compared to the hosts' 1.5 at home, which, given their similar xG (1.4 vs 1.33), indicates greater clinical finishing from the away side. Form over the last 5 matches also favors Shamrock (1.6 PPG vs 0.8 PPG), and the visitors have no issues finding the back of the net (0% FTS% on the road). Although Drogheda have shown some stability at home (50% win rate in home games), Shamrock Rovers' qualitative and structural advantage makes them the clear favorites for this clash.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Drogheda United | Shamrock Rovers | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 37% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Shamrock Rovers is 100% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Drogheda United · 1.6 pts / game - Shamrock Rovers
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Shamrock Rovers is 43% better for: goals scored per game.
1.17 goals / game - Drogheda United · 1.67 goals / game - Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers is 50% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.5 goals / game - Drogheda United · 1 goals / game - Shamrock Rovers
Drogheda United scores in 100% of games (6 of 6 meczów), while Shamrock Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 50% (3 of 6 meczów).
Shamrock Rovers scores in 100% of games (6 of 6 meczów), while Drogheda United keeps a clean sheet in 33% (2 of 6 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Drogheda United
Over / Under - Shamrock Rovers
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Drogheda United is 22% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.83 pts / game - Drogheda United · 1.5 pts / game - Shamrock Rovers
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Drogheda United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 50% of games and wins 33%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 1.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Shamrock Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 1.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 20% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +3 | -6 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +2 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (4 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (4 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Drogheda United
Shamrock Rovers
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier Division).
Teams vs league
| Drogheda United | Liga | Shamrock Rovers | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.67 | 2.63 | • 2.67 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 50% | • 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 50% | 47% | ▼ 33% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 33% | 28% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 67% | 63% | ▲ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 83% | 73% | ▼ 67% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Drogheda United's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses against Shamrock Rovers. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 75% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers?
The Premier Division match finished Drogheda United 0:0 Shamrock Rovers. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Drogheda United and Shamrock Rovers?
In the last 4 head-to-head matches Drogheda United won 0, Shamrock Rovers won 4 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 75% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers?
Drogheda United score 1.17 goals per game on average and Shamrock Rovers 1.67. The Premier Division average is 2.63 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Drogheda United's matches and 50% of Shamrock Rovers's.
What form are Drogheda United and Shamrock Rovers in?
Over the last 5 games Drogheda United have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and Shamrock Rovers 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers?
The statistical background for Drogheda United vs Shamrock Rovers — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.