Waterford vs Shelbourne Prediction & Tips
John Coleman’s side have been on a real footballing rollercoaster of late: the 2-1 win over Bohemians brought optimism, but general instability remains the team’s Achilles’ heel. In ten home games, Waterford have only four wins and five defeats to their name, making it clear that they struggle to play under pressure from their home fans. In addition, the defence remains a headache: 32 goals conceded on the season, one of the worst figures in the league.
Damien Duff’s team is having a more balanced season: they remain in mid-table and play the role of dark horses, capable of making life difficult for the favourites. The recent defeat to Derry City (0-1) dampened their ambitions a little, but overall Shelbourne are picking up points regularly – especially away from home (three wins, five draws and only two away defeats). Duff’s great strength is the clear structure of the game and the commitment to defensive discipline, which has allowed the team to concede just 23 goals all season.
