Dundalk FC vs Shelbourne F.C.

Top-flight football in the Premier League doesn't get much more compelling than this. Dundalk FC (3.) welcome Shelbourne F.C. (7.) to Oriel Park on 05/01/2026 at 18:45 in matchday 14 of the season. Dundalk FC have scored goals this season at an average of per game and lost their last fixture 2 - 0 against Sligo Rovers FC. Shelbourne F.C. (7.) suffered a setback against Drogheda United F.C. (3 - 4), having won 3 of their last 13 games. Our model gives a 47% probability to Dundalk FC winning this top-flight showdown at 47%.

Dundalk FC vs Shelbourne F.C.: The Most Valuable Bets and Best Available Odds

Three-Way BetDundalk FC47%13/11·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18 Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals62%17/20·CosmobetT&C's apply | +18 ★ Expert TipExpert TipOver 2.5 Goals62%17/20·CosmobetT&C's apply | +18

Important analyses and previews ahead of kick-off

Three-Way BetDundalk FC 47% · X 23% · Shelbourne F.C. 30%Dundalk FCXShelbourne F.C.Both Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 63% · No 37%YesNoTotal Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 62% · Under 38%OverUnderTotal Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 40% · Under 60%OverUnderCorrect Score1-110%2-19%2-27%

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The Best Bookmaker Odds for Dundalk FC vs Shelbourne F.C. – Side by Side

ProbabilityDundalk FC47%Draw23%Shelbourne F.C.30%

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The latest results and performance in detail

Dundalk FC Form

Last 5 games

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Dundalk FC's last competitive outing ended 2 - 0 against Sligo Rovers FC — a defeat that will have been a tough pill to swallow. Their next challenge comes at Oriel Park on Friday.

Over the past 6 months, Dundalk FC have won 5, drawn 6 and lost 2 of their 13 games. At home they have picked up 4 wins from 6 fixtures, losing . They have scored 22 goals in total during this period – an average of 1.69 per game.

Over their last 13 matches, Dundalk FC have found the net 22 times — that's 1.69 goals per game on average. They have conceded 18 goals in the same span, with their home form showing 4 wins and defeats from 6 home fixtures.

Shelbourne F.C. Form

Last 5 games

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Shelbourne F.C. most recently faced Drogheda United F.C., losing the match 3 - 4. It was a result that left the squad determined to bounce back and take something from this trip to Oriel Park.

Shelbourne F.C.'s form over the past 6 months paints a clear picture: 3 wins, 5 draws and 5 defeats from 13 games. Away from home, they have won 3 of 5 games, scoring 8 goals and conceding 6 on the road.

Looking at Shelbourne F.C.'s recent run of 13 games, they have netted 19 goals at a rate of 1.46 per game. Defensively, they have let in 21 goals over the same period. Away from home specifically, Shelbourne F.C. have won 3 and lost 1 of their 5 away games in this stretch.

Stats per Game

Dundalk FC Shelbourne F.C.

Goals scored

1.8

1.7

Corners

6.9

4.7

Fouls

8.8

11.6

Saves

2.6

3.2

Premier League

Premier League | IRE Table

#	Team	Played	Diff.	Pnts
1	St Patrick's Athletic FC	13	13	26
2	Shamrock Rovers FC	13	8	25
3	Dundalk FC Home	12	6	21
4	Bohemian FC	13	4	20
· · · 1 place · · ·
6	Galway United F.C.	12	-2	15
7	Shelbourne F.C. Away	12	-2	13
8	Drogheda United F.C.	12	-4	13

Last Meetings

04/03/2026

Shelbourne F.C.
Dundalk FC

2-3

08/30/2024

Dundalk FC
Shelbourne F.C.

0-1

06/07/2024

Shelbourne F.C.
Dundalk FC

1-0

05/03/2024

Dundalk FC
Shelbourne F.C.

0-0

Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)

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The AI Verdict: Our Best Tip for Dundalk FC vs Shelbourne F.C.

Taking into account the current form of both Dundalk FC and Shelbourne F.C., our statistical model points to Dundalk FC claiming the three points at Oriel Park — 47% probability, odds of 13/11 at Palmslots. Our AI pick for maximum value in this fixture is "Total Goals Over/Under 2.5" — 62% probability with odds of 17/20 at Cosmobet.Best Tip Over 2.5 Goals17/20Place betT&C's apply | +18