Premier Division
Galway United vs Waterford
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 - 17:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Eamonn Deacy Park
Galway United vs Waterford Prediction & Stats - Premier Division 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Galway United vs Waterford carries real history into this round of the Premier Division.
The two sides meet on 25/07 (Saturday) at Eamonn Deacy Park, 17:00 (UK time).
Read the Galway United vs Waterford prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Galway United vs Waterford
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Galway United vs Waterford call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Galway United Win
Last updated on 22-07-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Galway United the side to beat, with roughly 49% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Premier Division odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Galway United Preview
Galway United reach this fixture 23 match into their Premier Division. Here is where Galway United stand:
In this competition
7 won, 6 drawn, 10 lost
1.17 points per game
32 scored, at 1.39 a game
39 conceded, at 1.7 a game
Galway United, season-wide
7 won, 6 drawn, 10 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Kristopher Twardek, 6 goals
Most assists: David Hurley, 7 assists
Recent results — Galway United
11/07/2026 12:00
03/07/2026 14:45
26/06/2026 14:30
19/06/2026 14:45
12/06/2026 14:45
Waterford: how they are travelling
Waterford come in 24 matches into their Premier Division.
Here is what Waterford have produced:
In this competition
4 won, 9 drawn, 11 lost
0.88 points per game
33 scored, at 1.38 a game
47 conceded, at 1.96 a game
Waterford, season-wide
4 won, 9 drawn, 11 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Tom Lonergan, 12 goals
Most assists: Conan Noonan, 3 assists
Recent results — Waterford
10/07/2026 15:00
03/07/2026 14:45
26/06/2026 14:45
19/06/2026 14:45
12/06/2026 14:45
The head-to-head favours Galway United
Recent meetings have tended to go Galway United's way against Waterford.
From 23 match(es):
Galway United: 12 win(s)
Waterford: 4 win(s)
Drawn: 7
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Galway United vs Waterford prediction.
Form comparison Galway United vs Waterford
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Galway United
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
W
L
|
1.17 |
| Home |
W
W
L
L
L
|
1.55 |
| Away |
L
L
D
W
D
|
0.83 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 45% | 17% |
| Goals | 3.09 | 3.55 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1.39 | 1.73 | 1.08 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1.82 | 1.58 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 73% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 4% | 9% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 18% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.66 | 1.11 |
|
xGA
|
1.77 | 1.51 | 2 |
Away Team
Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
D
W
W
|
0.88 |
| Home |
D
D
L
W
W
|
1.08 |
| Away |
L
W
W
D
L
|
0.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 2.5 | 4.17 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.25 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.96 | 1.25 | 2.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 63% | 58% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.35 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
2.04 | 1.87 | 2.21 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Galway United win or Draw
The upcoming Galway United vs Waterford matchup looks to be a close contest, but home advantage could be the key factor in this match.
For that reason, we suggest backing Galway United to win or draw on the Double Chance market. Playing at Eamonn Deacy Park in front of their home fans should give them the edge they need to at least avoid defeat, making this a strong bet.
👉 Prediction: Galway United to Win the First Half
We expect the half-time market to offer great value in Galway United vs Waterford.
Galway United has often started strong, particularly at home, where they dominate possession early. This makes them an excellent pick to lead at half-time.
Fixture information - Galway United vs Waterford
Match: Galway United vs Waterford
Competition: Premier Division
Date: Saturday, 25/07/2026
Kick-off: 17:00 (UK time)
Venue: Eamonn Deacy Park
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Stats
The statistics for Galway United vs Waterford that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.86
League: 2.79
Both Teams to Score
70%
League: 60%
Over 1.5+
83%
League: 77%
Over 2.5+
70%
League: 53%
Cards
3.65
League: 4.42
Corners
8.85
League: 10.22
Home Team
Galway United
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
W
L
|
1.17 |
| Home |
W
W
L
L
L
|
1.55 |
| Away |
L
L
D
W
D
|
0.83 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 45% | 17% |
| Goals | 3.09 | 3.55 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1.39 | 1.73 | 1.08 |
| Conceded | 1.7 | 1.82 | 1.58 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 73% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 4% | 9% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 18% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.66 | 1.11 |
|
xGA
|
1.77 | 1.51 | 2 |
Away Team
Waterford
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
D
W
W
|
0.88 |
| Home |
D
D
L
W
W
|
1.08 |
| Away |
L
W
W
D
L
|
0.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 2.5 | 4.17 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.25 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.96 | 1.25 | 2.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 63% | 58% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.38 | 1.35 | 1.4 |
|
xGA
|
2.04 | 1.87 | 2.21 |
Corners
10.4 / Match
+9% Corners / Match
Waterford received +9% more corners than Galway United in the Premier Division
11.34 / Match
Sligo Rovers
(6)
St Patrick's Athl.
(3)
Shamrock Rovers
(5)
Derry City
(1)
Dundalk
(6)
Shelbourne
(6)
Bohemians
(5)(7)
St Patrick's Athl.
(7)
Derry City
(3)
Dundalk
(4)
Shamrock Rovers
(4)
Sligo Rovers
(5)
Drogheda United
(2)
Shelbourne
Cards
2 / Match
+17% Cards / Match
Waterford received +17% more cards than Galway United in the Premier Division
2.33 / Match
Sligo Rovers
(1)
St Patrick's Athl.
(3)
Shamrock Rovers
(0)
Derry City
(2)
Dundalk
(2)
Shelbourne
(2)
Bohemians
(2)(3)
St Patrick's Athl.
(1)
Derry City
(2)
Dundalk
(4)
Shamrock Rovers
(2)
Sligo Rovers
(3)
Drogheda United
(3)
Shelbourne
Goals Scored
1.39 / Match
+1%
Galway United is +1% better in terms of goals scored
1.38 / Match
Sligo Rovers
(3)
St Patrick's Athl.
(0)
Shamrock Rovers
(1)
Derry City
(2)
Dundalk
(0)
Shelbourne
(1)
Bohemians
(2)(1)
St Patrick's Athl.
(4)
Derry City
(3)
Dundalk
(0)
Shamrock Rovers
(4)
Sligo Rovers
(3)
Drogheda United
(1)
Shelbourne
Goals Conceded
1.7 / Match
+13%
Waterford condeded +13% more goals than Galway United
1.96 / Match
Sligo Rovers
(2)
St Patrick's Athl.
(3)
Shamrock Rovers
(3)
Derry City
(1)
Dundalk
(1)
Shelbourne
(1)
Bohemians
(4)(1)
St Patrick's Athl.
(2)
Derry City
(2)
Dundalk
(2)
Shamrock Rovers
(0)
Sligo Rovers
(3)
Drogheda United
(2)
Shelbourne
Premier Division Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Shamrock Rovers
|
25 | 15 | 5 | 5 | 40 | 22 | 18 | 50 | 2 |
| 2 |
Bohemians
|
25 | 12 | 7 | 6 | 40 | 27 | 13 | 43 | 1.72 |
| 3 |
St Patrick's Athl.
|
24 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 39 | 20 | 19 | 42 | 1.75 |
| 4 |
Dundalk
|
24 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 38 | 36 | 2 | 35 | 1.46 |
| 5 |
Shelbourne
|
24 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 35 | 35 | 0 | 34 | 1.42 |
| 6 |
Derry City
|
25 | 6 | 11 | 8 | 32 | 31 | 1 | 29 | 1.16 |
| 7 |
Galway United
|
23 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 32 | 39 | -7 | 27 | 1.17 |
| 8 |
Drogheda United
|
24 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 29 | 41 | -12 | 25 | 1.04 |
| 9 |
Waterford
|
24 | 4 | 9 | 11 | 33 | 47 | -14 | 21 | 0.88 |
| 10 |
Sligo Rovers
|
24 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 20 | 40 | -20 | 20 | 0.83 |
Odds
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