Drogheda vs Waterford Prediction & Betting Tips (26 July)

Promoted to the elite 4 years ago, Drogheda United may well have to return to the lower level in the coming weeks since it brings up the rear in the standings with only 17 points taken in 24 days. Worse still, the Drogs are 9 points behind the first non-relegation team with 12 games remaining in the season. In complete disarray, the latter have only taken 2 points during their last 10 meetings and they remain on a big setback suffered against Dundalk 4-2, the 9th in the standings, whom they however beat in the cup this week next 2-1. Barely promoted this season, this Waterford United team has moved directly to the top of the table despite its 3 years of absence at the highest level of Irish football.

She is indeed well established on the 3rd step of the podium in this championship with 10 points behind the leader and 3 ahead of her first pursuer. However, after winning 3 straight matches against Kerry 1-2, Dundalk 0-2 and St Patrick's 1-0, the Blues were dominated by Galway 1-0. They got back on track the following week, dominating Cockhill Celtic 2-1.

The bottom red is still without its starting goalkeeper Jethen Barr, midfielder Gary Deegan, striker Aaron McNally and the very important Zishim Bawa who has made three attempts this season. On the other hand, the Haitian striker Frantz Pierrot (4 goals), who should not be confused with his almost namesake Frantzdy Pierrot who passed through Guingamp, and the striker James-Taylor, who scored 3 goals in 2 appearances, are well present. On the Waterford side, midfielder Rowan McDonald, the very important Chris Pattisson and the most dispensable Kyle White are still out of the group, injured.

On the other hand, the two best offensive assets of this team are present. These are the attackers Amond (11 goals) and Asamoah (6 goals) who should be able to start.