Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford tips and predictions

Big Waterford price isn't big enough

Shamrock Rovers are currently in second place as they look ahead to hosting seventh place Waterford.

Perhaps it isn't particularly surprising to pick the big odds-on home side but they are used to their favourite status.

The hosts are going into the match with 10 home wins from their last 13.

The hosts are enjoying some form on their own patch. Shamrock Rovers scored three or more goals in 7 of their recent 11 home matches and their defensive performances should also be recognised. They've only conceded an average of 0.6 goals in their last 11 games. They'll see this clash as an opportunity to put in another strong display in defence so don't be surprised to see them keep a clean sheet.

The vultures could soon be circling over the Waterford net.

In possession the visitors have looked nervous to pull the trigger. They've scored one or less goals in all of their last 9 matches. The stats present a pretty ugly scenario for the travelling team; they need to do more with their chances.

Historically the visitors have not fared at all well in this match-up. Shamrock Rovers have won all of the last 13 fixtures between the two sides. This looks like a solid opportunity for them to add to these head-to-head statistics. They'll do it in style.

Given the overwhelming favouritism for Shamrock Rovers it's possible they keep Waterford out of contention. It isn't a strong view among today's fixtures but the No BTTS bet is the only option in that market that has any signs of value.