Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk: match statistics
Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Shamrock Rovers played against Dundalk in Premier Division (Ireland). The game was played on August 7, 2026. Final score: 3:2.
Recent form
Shamrock Rovers has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 2.20 points per game. Dundalk has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses, with 0.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Shamrock Rovers scores 1.54 goals per game and allows 0.85. Dundalk scores 1.54 and allows 1.46. Games in this league average 2.69 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 54% of Shamrock Rovers's games and 73% of Dundalk's. The Over 2.5 rates are 42% and 58%, compared with league averages of 60% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Dundalk has the higher season xG average, 1.82 to 1.60 per game. Shamrock Rovers takes 14.0 shots per game, while Dundalk takes 16.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Shamrock Rovers leads at halftime in 50% of its games and scores 0.73 goals per game after halftime. Dundalk leads at halftime in 46% and scores 0.77 after halftime.
When the teams score
Shamrock Rovers's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (11 goals). For Dundalk, it is minutes 76-90+ (15 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier Division games average 2.69 goals. Both teams score in 60% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 1 away win. Those games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% 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 top of the table and have won 15 of their 26 matches this season, while Dundalk have recorded 9 victories and as many as 10 draws. The hosts win 75% of their home matches, score an average of 1.83 goals and have failed to score in only 0% of their games, whereas Dundalk win just 23% of their away fixtures. Rovers’ defense concedes only 0.75 goals per home match and keeps a clean sheet in 42% of games, compared with Dundalk’s 1.69 goals conceded away from home and just 8% clean sheets. Recent form also favors the hosts: they have scored 11 goals and won 3 of their last 5 matches, while Dundalk have netted 7 goals in that period, securing only one victory. The visitors do create more chances away from home according to xG, 1.79 compared with 1.62, but their conversion rate is only 8% versus Shamrock Rovers’ 13%, further strengthening the case for a home win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The signal for both teams to score is strong, as BTTS occurred in 69% of Shamrock Rovers’ matches and as many as 77% of Dundalk’s games, compared with the league average of 60%. Dundalk have kept a clean sheet in only 8% of their matches, while the hosts score an average of 1.69 goals from 1.85 xG, which clearly supports them finding the net. The visitors also have solid grounds for scoring: they create an average of 1.79 xG per match and register 5.38 shots on target, while Shamrock Rovers allow opponents 1.46 xG. In Dundalk’s last five matches, BTTS landed in 100% of cases, while Shamrock Rovers scored 11 goals and conceded 5, making a goal at both ends the most likely scenario.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Both teams regularly feature in matches with at least 2 goals: this threshold has been surpassed in 85% of Shamrock Rovers’ games and 92% of Dundalk’s matches. The hosts score an average of 1.69 goals per game, while Dundalk concede as many as 1.69, clearly strengthening the goalscoring outlook for Rovers. Their attacking potential is supported by an xG of 1.85 for the hosts and 1.79 for the visitors, with both teams averaging more than 5 shots on target. Shamrock have scored 11 goals in their last 5 appearances, while Dundalk have both scored and conceded in each of their last 5 matches. Over 1.5 is the strongest pick, as it combines a very high level of season-long data support with current attacking form, while carrying less risk than the 2.5 line.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
A draw at half-time is the most likely outcome, after which Shamrock Rovers should turn the match in their favor. The hosts were level at the break in 38% of their matches this season and in as many as 60% of their last five, while conceding just 0.31 goals before half-time at home and keeping a clean sheet in the first half in 77% of matches. After the interval, Shamrock score an average of 0.92 goals, whereas Dundalk concede 1.00 and have lost 62% of their second halves. The hosts’ advantage is also evident in their current form: they won 60% of their last five matches, scoring an average of 2.2 goals, while Dundalk have recorded just 20% wins and average 1.4 goals. Shamrock’s higher xG of 1.85 compared with the visitors’ 1.79, together with their superior shot conversion rate of 10% to 8%, further support the scenario of a second-half turnaround in favor of the hosts.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
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
| Shamrock Rovers | Dundalk | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 34% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.27 |
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 450% better for: last-5 form.
2.2 pts / game - Shamrock Rovers · 0.4 pts / game - Dundalk
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 72% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.85 goals / game - Shamrock Rovers · 1.46 goals / game - Dundalk
Shamrock Rovers scores in 85% of games (22 of 26 games), while Dundalk keeps a clean sheet in 19% (5 of 26 games).
Dundalk scores in 92% of games (24 of 26 games), while Shamrock Rovers keeps a clean sheet in 38% (10 of 26 games).
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 - Shamrock Rovers
Over / Under - Dundalk
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.
Shamrock Rovers is 7% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.77 pts / game - Shamrock Rovers · 1.65 pts / game - Dundalk
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Shamrock Rovers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 50% of games and wins 58%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Dundalk - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 46% of games and wins 35%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 20% |
| No goal | 20% | 80% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -5 |
* 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 31-45 (11 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (15 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): +6 - 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
Shamrock Rovers
Dundalk
* 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
| Shamrock Rovers | Liga | Dundalk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.38 | 2.69 | ▲ 3.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 54% | 60% | ▲ 73% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 42% | 50% | ▲ 58% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 38% | 25% | ▼ 19% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 77% | 73% | ▲ 77% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 69% | 78% | ▲ 92% |
^ 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
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
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 Shamrock Rovers's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss against Dundalk. Games average 1.50 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk?
The Premier Division match finished Shamrock Rovers 3:2 Dundalk. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Shamrock Rovers won 0, Dundalk won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 1.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk?
Shamrock Rovers score 1.54 goals per game on average and Dundalk 1.54. The Premier Division average is 2.69 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 54% of Shamrock Rovers's matches and 73% of Dundalk's.
What form are Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk in?
Over the last 5 games Shamrock Rovers have a 3-2-0 record (2.20 points per game) and Dundalk 0-2-3 (0.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Shamrock Rovers vs Dundalk: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.