Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford FC prediction 27.06.2025 | Ireland Premier Division

• Competition: Ireland Premier Division
• Date: 27th June 2025
• Kick-off: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CEST
• Venue: Tallaght Stadium

Shamrock Rovers will be looking to take another step closer to reclaiming the Irish top flight title when they take on Waterford on Friday night.

The Rovers' run of four consecutive Irish Premier League titles came to an end last season when they finish second. While Stephen Bradley's men were not far off the leaders Shelbourne, who finished only two points ahead of them, they have responded perfectly this season and currently sit nine points clear at the top of the standings.

Waterford meanwhile narrowly avoided relegation on their return to the top flight last season, finishing only three points above the relegation zone. John Coleman's men clearly did not learn their lesson as they are currently in the bottom three. However, the Blues will take motivation from the fact that they avoided defeat in each of their last two matches.

Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford FC Betting Tips: Over 2.5 goals

Both teams are currently struggling defensively, with Shamrock Rovers failing to keep a clean sheet in each of their last four matches and the visitors conceding at least once in each of their last six matches in the Irish top flight.

Rovers failed to score against Bohemians last time, but they have an excellent goal-scoring record against Waterford. The Hoops scored at least twice in each of the last four meetings between the two teams and bets on over 2.5 goals lost only once in that spell.

• Best Tip: Over 2.5 goals
• Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford FC prediction: 2-1