Premier Division
Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 - 19:30 (UK Time)
Stadium:
Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United Prediction & Stats - Premier Division 2026
Predictions
It is all or nothing in the 2026 World Cup, and Shamrock Rovers and Galway United add another chapter to a tight, evenly matched history.
The knockout tie takes place on 26/06 (Friday), at , at 19:30 UK time.
Read the Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United prediction and see what to expect from this World Cup clash.
Prediction for Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United in the 2026 World Cup
It is all or nothing. That is why the prediction below points to the best bet for this knockout-style World Cup clash.
See our bet:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Shamrock Rovers Win
Last updated on 24-06-2026.
Who is the favourite to win?
According to leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Shamrock Rovers are the favourites to win, with 63% of the odds pointing to victory.
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🆚 Match: Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United
🏆 Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date: Friday, 26/06/2026
🕐 Time: 19:30 UK time
🏟️ Stadium:
Shamrock Rovers in the 2026 World Cup
Shamrock Rovers come into this match with 22 match(es) played in the 2026 World Cup. See the record for Hoops:
World Cup campaign
13 win(s), 4 draw(s), and 5 defeat(s)
Average: 1.95 point(s) per match
34 goals scored in the World Cup (1.55 per match)
19 goals conceded in the World Cup (0.86 per match)
Hoops in 2026:
17 win(s), 7 draw(s), and 10 defeat(s) across all competitions
Top scorer: Graham Burke with 6 goal(s)
Assists: Jack Byrne with 4 assists
Latest results for Hoops
22/06/2026 15:00
19/06/2026 14:45
29/05/2026 15:00
25/05/2026 15:00
22/05/2026 15:00
Galway United in the 2026 World Cup
Galway United come into this clash with 20 match(es) played in the 2026 World Cup.
See what Galway United have done so far:
World Cup campaign:
6 win(s), 6 draw(s), and 8 defeat(s)
Average: 1.2 point(s) per match
28 goals scored in the World Cup (1.4 per match)
31 goals conceded in the World Cup (1.55 per match)
Galway United in 2026
6 win(s), 6 draw(s), and 8 defeat(s) across all competitions
Top scorer: Kristopher Twardek with 6 goal(s)
Assists: Kristopher Twardek with 5 assists
Latest results for Galway United
19/06/2026 14:45
12/06/2026 14:45
29/05/2026 14:45
22/05/2026 14:45
16/05/2026 14:45
Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United: head-to-head advantage
Shamrock Rovers have the advantage in the record against Galway United.
In 21 meeting(s), the numbers are:
{team_a_name}: 17 win(s)
Galway United: 0 win(s)
Draws: 4
In the 2026 World Cup, the head-to-head record is another factor to consider in the Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United prediction.
Probable lineups for Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United
Check the probable lineups below for the Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United prediction in the 2026 World Cup.
The lineups are updated closer to kick-off
Other predictions for the match
In addition to the betting tip offered at the start of this article, see other good bets for Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United:
👉 Prediction: Shamrock Rovers to Win the First Half
With Shamrock Rovers coming into this match in great form and holding the home advantage against Galway United, we see good value in backing them to win the first half.
Since the odds for a full-time win may not be as rewarding, the half-time bet can be a good alternative.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
Betting on over 2.5 goals in Shamrock Rovers vs Galway United looks like a smart play.
With both teams boasting strong attacks, this match has all the ingredients to see three or more goals.
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Stats
The statistics for Rovers vs Galway United that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.48
League: 2.72
Both Teams to Score
63%
League: 59%
Over 1.5+
77%
League: 74%
Over 2.5+
33%
League: 51%
Cards
4.03
League: 4.49
Corners
9.91
League: 10.22
Home Team
Shamrock Rovers
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
W
W
L
|
1.91 |
| Home |
D
W
L
W
W
|
2.36 |
| Away |
W
W
L
W
L
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 57% | 73% | 42% |
| Goals | 2.39 | 2.45 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.52 | 1.73 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 0.87 | 0.73 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 52% | 55% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 39% | 45% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 13% | 0% | 25% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.57 | 1.62 | 1.52 |
|
xGA
|
1.17 | 1.16 | 1.18 |
Away Team
Galway United
Republic of Ireland - Premier Division
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
W
L
D
|
1.2 |
| Home |
L
W
L
L
D
|
1.4 |
| Away |
L
D
W
D
D
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Goals | 2.95 | 3.4 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 1.4 | 1.6 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.55 | 1.8 | 1.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 70% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 10% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 20% | 30% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.59 | 1.12 |
|
xGA
|
1.75 | 1.54 | 1.96 |
Corners
8.65 / Match
+24% Corners / Match
Galway United received +24% more corners than Shamrock Rovers in the Premier Division
10.75 / Match
Derry City
(6)
Waterford
(5)
St Patrick's Athl.
(4)
Bohemians
(3)
Sligo Rovers
(3)
Dundalk
(5)
Galway United
(4)(1)
Derry City
(6)
Dundalk
(6)
Shelbourne
(5)
Bohemians
(6)
Sligo Rovers
(5)
Shamrock Rovers
(1)
Derry City
Cards
2.35 / Match
+12% Cards / Match
Shamrock Rovers received +12% more cards than Galway United in the Premier Division
2.1 / Match
Derry City
(2)
Waterford
(1)
St Patrick's Athl.
(4)
Bohemians
(3)
Sligo Rovers
(2)
Dundalk
(0)
Galway United
(2)(2)
Derry City
(2)
Dundalk
(2)
Shelbourne
(2)
Bohemians
(4)
Sligo Rovers
(2)
Shamrock Rovers
(2)
Derry City
Goals Scored
1.52 / Match
+9%
Shamrock Rovers is +9% better in terms of goals scored
1.4 / Match
Derry City
(1)
Waterford
(2)
St Patrick's Athl.
(1)
Bohemians
(2)
Sligo Rovers
(1)
Dundalk
(0)
Galway United
(3)(2)
Derry City
(0)
Dundalk
(1)
Shelbourne
(2)
Bohemians
(4)
Sligo Rovers
(1)
Shamrock Rovers
(1)
Derry City
Goals Conceded
0.87 / Match
+44%
Galway United condeded +44% more goals than Shamrock Rovers
1.55 / Match
Derry City
(1)
Waterford
(0)
St Patrick's Athl.
(0)
Bohemians
(1)
Sligo Rovers
(2)
Dundalk
(1)
Galway United
(1)(1)
Derry City
(1)
Dundalk
(1)
Shelbourne
(4)
Bohemians
(1)
Sligo Rovers
(3)
Shamrock Rovers
(1)
Derry City
Premier Division Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Shamrock Rovers
|
20 | 12 | 4 | 4 | 31 | 17 | 14 | 40 | 2 |
| 2 |
Bohemians
|
20 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 31 | 21 | 10 | 34 | 1.7 |
| 3 |
St Patrick's Athl.
|
19 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 31 | 17 | 14 | 32 | 1.68 |
| 4 |
Dundalk
|
19 | 7 | 8 | 4 | 31 | 28 | 3 | 29 | 1.53 |
| 5 |
Shelbourne
|
19 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 27 | 26 | 1 | 26 | 1.37 |
| 6 |
Derry City
|
20 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 22 | 23 | -1 | 22 | 1.1 |
| 7 |
Galway United
|
18 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 26 | 29 | -3 | 21 | 1.17 |
| 8 |
Drogheda United
|
19 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 25 | 32 | -7 | 21 | 1.11 |
| 9 |
Sligo Rovers
|
19 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 15 | 27 | -12 | 19 | 1 |
| 10 |
Waterford
|
19 | 1 | 8 | 10 | 21 | 40 | -19 | 11 | 0.58 |
Odds
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