Match Overview
Shelbourne and St. Patrick's Athletic face off in a pivotal League of Ireland match at Tolka Park. Scheduled for May 9th, 2025, at 18:45, this game is crucial for both teams as they aim to climb the league standings. Shelbourne, with a solid home record, will be eager to secure a win against a competitive St. Patrick's side.
Odds Analysis
The average odds for this match are as follows: Shelbourne to win at 2.71, a draw at 3.21, and St. Patrick's Athletic to win at 2.49. These odds suggest a closely contested match, with St. Patrick's Athletic slightly favored to edge out Shelbourne. The probability of a Shelbourne victory stands at approximately 36.9%, while a draw is at 31.2%, and a St. Patrick's win at 40.1%.
Team Analysis
Shelbourne
- Current Form: Shelbourne has played 14 matches this season, with a mixed record of performances.
- Strengths: High possession rate (60.43%), effective dribbling (14.93 successful dribbles per match).
- Weaknesses: Low goal-scoring rate (1.14 goals per match).
- Head-to-Head: Historically, Shelbourne has struggled against St. Patrick's, with fewer wins in recent encounters.
St. Patrick's Athletic
- Current Form: St. Patrick's has also played 14 matches, showing strong defensive capabilities.
- Strengths: Solid defense (0.86 goals conceded per match), effective dueling (101.57 successful duels per match).
- Weaknesses: Lower possession rate compared to Shelbourne (56%).
- Head-to-Head: St. Patrick's has a better record against Shelbourne, often securing wins.
Key Players Spotlight
Shelbourne
- Mipo Odubeko: Top scorer with 4 goals, crucial for Shelbourne's attacking play.
- Evan Caffrey: Key midfielder, contributing 3 goals.
St. Patrick's Athletic
- Aidan Keena: Leading scorer with 5 goals, pivotal in St. Patrick's offensive strategy.
- Chris Forrester: Versatile player with 4 goals, adds depth to the midfield.
Statistical Deep Dive
- Offensive Metrics: Shelbourne averages 15.36 shots per match, while St. Patrick's averages 12.29.
- Defensive Metrics: St. Patrick's has a stronger defense, conceding fewer goals (0.86) compared to Shelbourne (1.07).
- Possession and Passing: Shelbourne leads in possession (60.43%) and successful passes (495.43), indicating a more controlled play style.
Prediction and Conclusion
Based on the data, St. Patrick's Athletic is slightly favored to win, given their defensive strength and head-to-head advantage. Key factors include St. Patrick's ability to capitalize on Shelbourne's defensive lapses and their effective dueling.
Final Score Prediction: St. Patrick's Athletic 2-1 Shelbourne Half Time Score Prediction: 1-1 Both Teams to Score Probability: 57.14% Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 39.29%