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Shamrock Rovers v Sligo Rovers: 23 October 2026 · 20:00 at Tallaght Stadium (Dublin), with A. Hunter refereeing. We have Shamrock Rovers (82%) down as favourites. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Shamrock Rovers are 1st in the table, on 68 points after 36 matches (20W 8D 8L), and Sligo Rovers are 10th, on 25 points (5W 10D 21L).
- Head to head. From 31 meetings: 17 wins for Shamrock Rovers, 6 wins for Sligo Rovers and 8 draws, with the goals at 58–26.
What to expect
For us, Shamrock Rovers are the more likely winners. We estimate a 3–1 score, roughly 4 goals in all, with 2–0 (13.3%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
Odds of 1.17 on the result do not offer much, so it is worth turning to the goals markets: BTTS: no (odds 1.67), which we rate at 57%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 43% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 66% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 31; Shamrock Rovers 17 wins, 8 draws, Sligo Rovers 6 wins.
- An average of 2.7 goals per meeting between these teams.
- Expected: roughly 4 goals; over 2.5 goals: 66%.
- Out: Shamrock Rovers 0, Sligo Rovers 0.
Alternative tip: BTTS – no
Alternative tip: BTTS – no (probability 57%, best price 1.67). With roughly 4 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Shamrock Rovers: no absences. Absent for Sligo Rovers: no absences. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 1.17 | 8.12 | 18.50 |
| Market average | 1.14 | 7.42 | 16.55 |
| Lowest odds | 1.12 | 6.50 | 14.00 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.14 | 1.11 | 83.7% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.44 | 1.41 | 65.8% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.88 | 2.70 | 34.2% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.13 | 2.07 | 45.1% |
| BTTS – yes | 2.20 | 2.17 | 42.7% |
| BTTS – no | 1.67 | 1.62 | 57.3% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 23/10/26, 18:00. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 7.7%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Shamrock Rovers 2–0 Sligo Rovers, roughly 4 goals in total.
- Table: Shamrock Rovers 1st (68 points), Sligo Rovers 10th (25 points).
- H2H: 31 matches: Shamrock Rovers 17W 8D 6L, goals 58–26.
- Absences: Shamrock Rovers 0, Sligo Rovers 0.
Who will win Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers: team news and absences
Shamrock Rovers
- No reported absences
Sligo Rovers
- No reported absences
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | 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 Athletic | 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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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers?
Shamrock Rovers -2 (Asian handicap) (1.80); BTTS: no (1.67).
Who will win Shamrock Rovers vs Sligo Rovers?
We estimate: Shamrock Rovers win 82%, draw 13%, Sligo Rovers win 6%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 23 October 2026, kick-off: 20:00, venue: Tallaght Stadium, Dublin. Referee: A. Hunter.
Who will be missing?
Shamrock Rovers: no absences. Sligo Rovers: no absences. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 66% (odds 1.44); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 34% (odds 2.88).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 43% (odds 2.20).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 2–0 as most likely (13.3%), then 3–0 (12.2%) and 1–0 (9.6%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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