Prediction: Derry City vs Drogheda United – League of Ireland Premier Division – 26/06/2026
Preview
Derry City will host Drogheda United at the Ryan McBride Brandywell Stadium in Derry on Sunday, 26th June 2026, at 5:15 PM English time in the League of Ireland Premier Division. Derry City currently sits sixth in the table with 26 points from 23 matches, while Drogheda United is eighth with 22 points from 21 games.
Derry City have been in decent form lately, with four wins and one draw in their last five matches. However, they did suffer a defeat with a goal difference of more than three against Dundalk on May 29th, losing 2-1.
Drogheda United, on the other hand, have had a mixed run of results, with two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five games. They did manage to secure a 2-2 draw against Shelbourne on June 19th, which saw them come from behind to earn a point.
Derry City
Fulltime Result
Drogheda United
home
65.66%
draw
20.88%
away
13.45%
Derry City will host Drogheda United on June 26th in the League of Ireland Premier Division. Our experts believe that Derry City will emerge victorious, given their impressive form in recent matches. They have won four out of their last five games, with a convincing 4-1 victory over Bohemians being a standout result. In contrast, Drogheda United have struggled, suffering a 2-0 defeat to St Patrick's in their last outing.
Derry City's recent performances have been impressive, with a 1-1 draw against Shamrock Rovers and a 2-1 loss to Galway United being their only blips in an otherwise successful run. They have also shown resilience, coming from behind to win 4-1 against Bohemians and drawing 0-0 with Shelbourne. Drogheda United, on the other hand, have been inconsistent, with a 2-2 draw against Shelbourne and a 3-3 draw with Waterford United being notable results. They have struggled to find consistency, with a 2-1 defeat to Waterford United and a 2-0 loss to St Patrick's.
Our experts estimate that Derry City have a slight advantage, with a winning chance that is slightly higher than that of Drogheda United. However, the probability of a draw is not to be underestimated, given the inconsistent form of both teams. In the end, our experts believe that Derry City will win, but it will be a closely contested match.
Both teams have players in good shape, with Derry City's Ronan Curtis being a standout performer. He has scored crucial goals in recent matches, including the winner against Bohemians. Drogheda United's Joe Redmond has also been impressive, scoring important goals in their draws against Shelbourne and Waterford United.
Unfortunately, there is no information available on key players missing the game for either team. Both teams can count on all their players for this crucial match.
There are no rumors about the match that have been circulating on the internet. The focus will be on the pitch, where both teams will give it their all in what promises to be an exciting encounter.
Derry City
Both Teams To Score
Drogheda United
yes
46.32%
no
53.68%
Our experts believe that there is a low probability of both teams scoring in the match between Derry City and Drogheda United. In the last five games, Derry City scored a total of 9 goals, while Drogheda United found the net 8 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Derry City
Over/Under
Drogheda United
Over 1.5
yes
75.61%
no
24.39%
Over 2.5
yes
51.11%
no
48.89%
Over 3.5
yes
28.98%
no
71.02%
Over 4.5
yes
18.26%
no
81.74%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Derry City and Drogheda United. In the last five games, Derry City scored a total of 13 goals, while Drogheda United scored 20 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Derry City
Derry City x Drogheda United Last matches
Drogheda United
Derry City
20%
Draw
40%
Drogheda United
40%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 2.8
Both teams score 60
Goals scored(time 1) 1.6
Goals scored(time 2) 1.2
Over 2,5 60
Under 2.5 40
Derry City
Total results
Drogheda United
66 matches
26
wins
/
21
draws
/
19
wins
26
wins
(39%)
21
draws
(32%)
19
wins
(29%)
Recent form
Derry City
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
3/6 (50%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.17
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 1.17
Goals conceded 1
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
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Drogheda United
Wins
0/6 (0%)
Draws
3/6 (50%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.33
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.33
Goals conceded 2
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
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Latest news and statistics from Derry City
Derry City heads into the 22nd round of the 2026 League of Ireland Premier Division against Drogheda United, sitting sixth in the standings with 26 points from 23 games. The team has been experiencing a mixed run of form in their last five matches, with a 1-1 draw against Shamrock Rovers followed by a 2-1 defeat to Galway United. Derry City did manage to bounce back with a convincing 4-1 win over Bohemians, but their momentum was halted with a 2-1 loss to Dundalk. Their most recent outing saw them share the spoils in a 0-0 draw against Shelbourne. As Derry City prepares for this upcoming match, they will be looking to regain their footing and push for a higher position in the league table.Latest news and statistics from Drogheda United
Drogheda United is gearing up for the 22nd round of the 2026 League of Ireland Premier Division against Derry City. The team currently sits at 8th place in the standings, having accumulated 22 points from 21 matches. In their last five games, Drogheda United has shown a mixed bag of results, with two draws and three defeats. Their recent form has been a subject of concern, particularly after their 2-2 draw against Shelbourne, followed by a 2-0 loss to St Patrick's. Drogheda United then managed a 3-3 draw against Waterford United, but this was followed by a 1-1 draw against Dundalk and a 2-1 defeat to Waterford United. These results indicate that the team is struggling to find consistency and is in need of a boost to turn their season around. As Drogheda United prepares to face Derry City, they will be looking to improve their defensive record, which has been a major concern in recent games. The team's manager will be working hard to ensure that the players are well-prepared and motivated for the upcoming match. With Derry City being a strong contender in the league, Drogheda United will need to be at their best if they are to secure a positive result. In terms of team news, there have been no major updates or injuries reported that could impact Drogheda United's preparations for the match against Derry City. The team will be looking to build on their recent performances and secure a much-needed win to boost their chances of climbing the standings.
Where to watch Derry City X Drogheda United ?
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Derry City
latest line-ups
Drogheda United
Lineup
13.
Eddie Beach
2.
Barry Cotter
22.
Conor Barr
3.
Patrick McClean
19.
Brandon Fleming
23.
Cameron Dummigan
16.
James McClean
21.
Kevin Santos
8.
Adam O'Reilly
7.
Michael Duffy
27.
Liam Boyce
Lineup
Luke Dennison
1.
Edwin Agbaje
2.
Conor Keeley
22.
Leo Burney
5.
Conor Kane
3.
Ryan Brennan
19.
Jason Bucknor
7.
Brandon Kavanagh
10.
Thomas Oluwa
11.
Mark Doyle
14.
Bench
1.
Brian Maher
10.
Darragh Markey
20.
Carl Winchester
28.
James Olayinka
31.
Callum Downey
32.
Terence Doherty
33.
Oisin O'Brien
35.
Liam Kelly
Bench
Jago Godden
6.
Ethan O'Brien
8.
Dare Kareem
15.
James Bolger
18.
Scott Brady
28.
Jamie Brennan
29.
Cian O'Connor
30.
Daniel Mare
32.
Fynn Talley
44.
Standings Derry City x Drogheda United
Regular Season
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No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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Derry City vs Drogheda United FAQ
Derry City vs Drogheda United when?
The match between Derry City and Drogheda United will take place on 26/06/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
Derry City vs Drogheda United what time?
The game between Derry City and Drogheda United will start at 19:45 Brasília time on 26/06/2026.
Derry City vs Drogheda United who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between Derry City and Drogheda United, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Derry City can be a moderate risk choice.
