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Waterford United vs St Patrick's Prediction & Preview

Preview

The Republic of Ireland Premier Division is set to witness a thrilling encounter on Thursday, July 4th, as Waterford United welcomes St Patrick's to the Waterford Regional Sports Centre. This 23rd-round clash promises to be an intriguing affair, with both teams boasting impressive recent form and a rich history between them.

Waterford United, currently sitting third in the Premier Division with 34 points, will be looking to build on their impressive 2-0 away victory over Dundalk in their last outing. The Blues have been in fine fettle, accumulating nine points from their last five matches, with three wins and two losses. Coach Keith Long's men have been clinical at home, scoring an average of two goals per game while conceding just one.

St Patrick's, meanwhile, come into this fixture on the back of a goalless draw against Bohemians in their previous match. Stephen Kenny's side has struggled to find consistency, managing only five points from their last five games. However, they will be buoyed by their 1-1 draw against Waterford United when the two teams last met on April 19th.

Interestingly, the head-to-head record between these two sides reveals a closely contested rivalry, with Waterford United holding a slight edge courtesy of their two wins in the last five meetings. The visitors will be keen to rectify this statistic and capitalize on their impressive defensive record away from home, where they have conceded an average of zero goals per game.

Bet

Considering the stats and recent form, my recommended bet would be on Waterford United to win at 2.75. The Blues' strong home record, coupled with their clinical attacking displays and St Patrick's struggles on the road, make them a compelling choice. With the hosts scoring an average of two goals per game at home and the visitors struggling to find the net away from Richmond Park, this bet offers excellent value.