Bohemians vs Shelbourne Prediction 26.05.2023

• Competition: Ireland - Premier Division
• Date: Friday, 26th, May 2023
• Kickoff: 19:45 UK / 20.45 CEST
• Venue: Dalymount Park (Dublin)

Bohemians, a club that has won the Irish championship 11 times, has definitely lost its championship mentality in recent years. Even more, they have finished outside the top three for two years in a row and remained without placement on the international stage. But judging by their current results, it seems that the capital club is finally ready to provide the long-awaited battle for the title. After 16 rounds, The Bohs are currently third with 29 points, five points behind current leaders Derry Cita, but with a match in hand.

Meanwhile, Shelbourne is not sowing fear for a longer period like they used to. It's been 17 years since they last won the title, and in recent years they've been competing more in the second league. Admittedly, the 13-time champion of Ireland somehow managed to stay in the company of the best last season, and it is very likely that they will retain their first league status this year without any problems. They are even 12 steps above Cork City - the place that leads to the play-offs for survival.

Bohemians vs Shelbourne Betting Tips: BTTS

Although there were scoring chances on both sides, the winner of the first clash this season was determined by only one goal, and it was scored by Shelburne - 1-0. Now, unlike that duel, we expect both teams to be better realizers.

Bohemians is a team that has no problems with realization, especially when they play at their "Dalymount Park", where they scored 2+ goals in five of the last seven home games. At the same time, it should be pointed out that their back line makes serious mistakes, keeping a calm net only once in the opening seven rounds at home.

The Bohs, precisely because of their unreliable defense, already three games in a row don't know a victory (D1, L2). In addition, the fans cannot be in the best mood ahead of the 17th Matchday, if they know that their the beloved club experienced as many as three defeats from the previous four games before their eyes.

In contrast, Shelbourne this season is considered a team that is really difficult to overcome. This claim is also confirmed by the fact that they passed five visits in a row without defeat - W2 and D3. While they have the potential to score in attack, their defense is vulnerable, conceding at least a goal in five of their last seven challenges.

By the way, Shels are not overly efficient, but they really know how to shake the net of any rival, even much stronger than Bohemians. Their attacking zone was missing only once in the previous eight league games. All in all, we expect a very interesting duel between these rivals, who should find their way to the goal very easily.