Sligo Rovers v Waterford: Forecast, Odds and Bets

June 11, 2025

The Ireland Premier Division fixture between Sligo Rovers and Waterford is set for Saturday, 14th of June, 2025 at The Showgrounds in Sligo. Kick-off in the UK is at 19:45 BST, while fans in Italy, Germany, France and Spain can tune in at 20:45 CEST. This mid-season showdown could prove pivotal for both sides as they jockey for position in the table.

Both teams bring contrasting recent form into this contest. Sligo Rovers have built momentum at home with a solid defensive record, while Waterford’s attacking intent on the road has yielded goals but left them vulnerable at the back. Expect an engaging tactical battle under the floodlights.

How are both teams coming into this?

Sligo Rovers arrive on the back of mixed results but show promise with an average of around 1.3 goals scored per home game and a clean sheet rate near 40%. Their compact defensive shape has frustrated several visitors this season, and they’ll fancy their chances in front of a passionate home crowd.

Waterford, meanwhile, have been more adventurous away from home, netting approximately 1.2 goals per match but conceding at a higher rate of around 1.5. Their forwards have been lively, yet defensive lapses have cost them valuable points. They’ll need to tighten up at the back to get anything from this trip.

Our forecast

We anticipate a closely contested affair with both sides creating chances. Given Sligo’s home form and Waterford’s scoring threat, a Both Teams to Score outcome looks likely. The home side’s defensive record suggests they can find the net, while Waterford have proven they won’t be shut out easily.

For punters seeking value, an Over 2.5 goals selection could pay dividends—recent head-to-head encounters have produced an average of 2.8 goals. However, a slim Sligo Rovers victory at around 1-0 or 2-1 seems the most probable correct score based on current trends.