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Waterford entertain Drogheda United on 23 October 2026 · 19:45 at Regional Sports Centre (Waterford), with R. Hennessy the man in the middle. Waterford (55%) are our favourites. Read on for our tip, the estimated probabilities, missing players and match analysis.
Waterford vs Drogheda United: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 1.87 | 3.90 | 4.80 |
| Market average | 1.68 | 3.79 | 4.65 |
| Lowest odds | 1.62 | 3.70 | 4.19 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.25 | 1.21 | 76.4% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.79 | 1.74 | 53.8% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.08 | 2.03 | 46.2% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.92 | 2.80 | 33.0% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.75 | 1.71 | 54.0% |
| BTTS – no | 2.05 | 2.02 | 46.0% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 23/10/26, 18:00. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 7.6%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Waterford 1–1 Drogheda United, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Waterford 7th (43 points), Drogheda United 9th (40 points).
- H2H: 16 matches: Waterford 7W 4D 5L, goals 23–25.
- Absences: Waterford 0, Drogheda United 0.
Who will win Waterford vs Drogheda United?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
Waterford vs Drogheda United: more betting markets
Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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Waterford vs Drogheda United: injuries, suspensions, absences
Waterford
- No reported absences
Drogheda United
- No reported absences
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Waterford vs Drogheda United: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Shamrock Rovers | 36 | 20-8-8 | 59:38 | 68 |
| 2 |  Bohemians | 36 | 19-8-9 | 63:44 | 65 |
| 3 |  St Patrick's Athl. | 36 | 17-9-10 | 55:31 | 60 |
| 4 |  Shelbourne | 36 | 12-13-11 | 52:50 | 49 |
| 5 |  Derry City | 36 | 11-15-10 | 50:47 | 48 |
| 6 |  Dundalk | 36 | 11-12-13 | 55:59 | 45 |
| 7 | Waterford | 36 | 10-13-13 | 54:61 | 43 |
| 8 |  Galway United | 36 | 10-12-14 | 46:53 | 42 |
| 9 | Drogheda United | 36 | 10-10-16 | 44:57 | 40 |
| 10 |  Sligo Rovers | 36 | 5-10-21 | 28:66 | 25 |
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Waterford vs Drogheda United: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. Waterford: 7th, 43 points from 36 matches (10W 13D 13L). Drogheda United: 9th, 40 points (10W 10D 16L).
- Head to head. Head to head over 16 meetings: Waterford 7 wins, Drogheda United 5 wins, plus 4 draws; goals 23–25.
What to expect
We make Waterford the favourites. The projected scoreline is 2–1, close to 3 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 1–1 (10.9%). We expect goals and an open game.
On goals we like Both teams to score (odds 1.75), with a probability of 54% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 54% and over 2.5 goals is 54%.
Main points of the prediction
- Meetings: 16; Waterford 7 wins, 4 draws, Drogheda United 5 wins.
- Average goals in their meetings: 3.0 per match.
- Projected: close to 3 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 54%.
- Not available: Waterford 0, Drogheda United 0.
Alternative tip: Both teams score: yes
Other option: Both teams score: yes (probability 54%, odds up to 1.75). We project close to 3 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for Waterford: no absences. Not available for Drogheda United: no absences. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
Waterford vs Drogheda United: head to head
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Waterford vs Drogheda United: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for Waterford vs Drogheda United?
On the result, our pick is Waterford to win (1.87); on goals, Both teams to score (1.75). Prefer less risk? Go for Waterford or draw (1X).
Who will win Waterford vs Drogheda United?
As we see it: Waterford to win 55%, the draw 25%, Drogheda United to win 20%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
23 October 2026, 19:45, at Regional Sports Centre, Waterford. Referee: R. Hennessy.
Who will be missing?
Waterford: no absences. Drogheda United: no absences. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 54% chance (odds 1.79), against 46% for under 2.5 (odds 2.08).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 54% (odds 1.75).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 1–1 (10.9%), 1–0 (10.9%), 2–1 (9.9%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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