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Galway United vs Shelbourne - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Ireland
Premier Division Eamonn Deacy Park, Galway 
Match Events
10'
10'
Sub
Williams W. In: Kazeem A.
Out: Williams W.
45'
45'
Sub
Moore S. In: Boyd S.
Out: Moore S.
45'
45'
Keohane J.
(Penalty)
AI Match Summary
Neither side could be separated in this Premier Division matchup, with the score ending 1-1.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
40%
20%
40%
Draw rate projection: 20% Favored: Draw
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
40%
/ Low Confidence
- Form's been kind to Galway United lately — more wins on the board than Shelbourne.
- Model puts this one close, with a 44% draw probability.
- Regular Premier Division form gives a decent read on both sides.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 82%
Over 2.5 Goals 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 70%
Over 4.5 Goals 32%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 81.4%
Galway United Clean Sheet 20%
Shelbourne Clean Sheet 10%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Galway United | Shelbourne |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 28 | 30 |
| Wins | 10 | 8 |
| Draws | 9 | 11 |
| Losses | 9 | 11 |
| Goals Scored | 1.5 | 1.53 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.46 | 1.57 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.56 | 1.13 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Sep 25, 2026 Premier Division
Galway United vs Shelbourne
1:1
Aug 28, 2026 Premier Division
Galway United vs Shelbourne
1:1
May 29, 2026 Premier Division
Shelbourne vs Galway United
1:1
Feb 20, 2026 Premier Division
Shelbourne vs Galway United
1:1
Sep 7, 2025 Premier Division
Shelbourne vs Galway United
1:0
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Galway United Compare
Avg xG / game 1.2
Avg xA / game 0.78
Shelbourne Compare
Top Goalscorer Odubeko M.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 1.03
Avg xA / game 0.63
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Galway United 36 / 100
Shelbourne 20 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).
Attack & Defence Capability Index
Galway United Shelbourne
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Shelbourne Win (2)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:6
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Shelbourne's defensive record shows goals conceded in 87% of 30 matches.
Attacking prowess: Galway United scored in 79% of their last 28 outings.
These sides typically produce 1.80 goals when they meet.
Solid form: Galway United remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.
Scoring Trends
Galway United VS Shelbourne
1.5 Goals Scored 1.13
1.13 Goals Conceded 1.63
75% Over 1.5 75%
63% Over 2.5 63%
25% Over 3.5 38%
Recent Form & Match History
Galway United
(Home) 25 Sept
Galway United
1 : 1 Shelbourne
18 Sept
Derry City
1 : 0 Galway United
14 Sept
Sligo Rovers
1 : 3 Galway United
11 Sept
Galway United
2 : 3 Bohemians
04 Sept
Drogheda
1 : 2 Galway United
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25 Sept
Galway United
1 : 1 Shelbourne
11 Sept
Galway United
2 : 3 Bohemians
28 Aug
Galway United
1 : 1 Shelbourne
14 Aug
Galway United
2 : 1 Bray
07 Aug
Galway United
0 : 0 Drogheda
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Shelbourne
(Away) 09 Oct
Shelbourne
5 : 1 Sligo Rovers
25 Sept
Galway United
1 : 1 Shelbourne
18 Sept
Dundalk
2 : 3 Shelbourne
14 Sept
Shelbourne
1 : 2 Drogheda
11 Sept
Shelbourne
0 : 1 Derry City
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25 Sept
Galway United
1 : 1 Shelbourne
18 Sept
Dundalk
2 : 3 Shelbourne
04 Sept
Shamrock Rovers
0 : 0 Shelbourne
28 Aug
Galway United
1 : 1 Shelbourne
06 Aug
Ajax
3 : 1 Shelbourne
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League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shamrock Rovers | 32 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 52:32 | 62 |
| 2 | St. Patricks | 32 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 52:25 | 59 |
| 3 | Bohemians | 32 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 57:38 | 59 |
| 4 | Shelbourne | 33 | 10 | 13 | 10 | 47:46 | 43 |
| 5 | Derry City | 32 | 9 | 14 | 9 | 45:42 | 41 |
| 6 | Dundalk | 33 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 50:55 | 41 |
| 7 | Galway United | 32 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 42:48 | 38 |
| 8 | Waterford | 32 | 7 | 13 | 12 | 44:54 | 34 |
| 9 | Drogheda | 33 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 39:54 | 34 |
| 10 | Sligo Rovers | 33 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 25:59 | 23 |
Promotion - Champions League 2027/2028 (Qualification)
Promotion - Conference League 2027/2028 (Qualification)
Relegation - Premier Division (Relegation)
Relegation - Division 1 2027 (Main)
