Expert Overview: Cork City vs Waterford FC
The upcoming match between Cork City and Waterford FC on August 29, 2025, promises to be a compelling encounter. Both teams have shown competitive spirits in previous fixtures, with Cork City displaying a strong home advantage. The odds suggest a balanced game with potential for goals, especially considering the predicted average total goals of 3.25. This match might see both teams contributing to the scoreline, given the likelihood of both teams scoring at 60.90 and over 1.5 goals at 75.00. However, caution is advised as both teams not scoring in the first half stands at 88.30, indicating a potential defensive start.
Cork City
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Waterford FC
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Date: 2025-08-29
Time: 18:45
Venue: Turner's Cross
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 87.80% | 1.20 Make Bet | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 72.40% | 1.29 Make Bet | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 74.10% | 1.40 Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 62.70% | 1.33 Make Bet | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 64.20% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 61.10% | Make Bet | |
| Both Teams To Score | 61.20% | 1.75 Make Bet | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 56.00% | 1.85 Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 56.50% | Make Bet | |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 59.30% | Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 56.50% | Make Bet | |
| Last Goal 73+ Minutes | 53.30% | 1.83 Make Bet | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 56.30% | 1.95 Make Bet | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 51.50% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.95% | Make Bet | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.40% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.90% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.24% | Make Bet |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: The odds are high at 88.30, suggesting a cautious approach from both sides initially.
- Over 1.5 Goals: At 75.00, there is a good chance for a lively game with multiple goals.
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: With odds at 76.00, expect at least one team to find the net by halftime.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: The likelihood decreases in the second half, with odds at 63.30.
- Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: At 65.40, Cork City might start defensively before opening up later.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: Odds of 61.40 suggest Cork City could capitalize in the latter stages.
- Both Teams To Score: With odds of 60.90, this is a plausible outcome given both teams’ attacking capabilities.
- Under 2.5 Goals: At 54.30, the match might be lower-scoring than anticipated.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: Waterford FC is likely to hold back initially, with odds at 54.50.
- Over 4.5 Cards: A high number of cards could be issued, with odds at 55.50.
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Waterford FC might struggle to score in the second half, with odds at 58.50.
- Last Goal After 73 Minutes: The match could stay open until late, with odds at 55.60 for the last goal occurring after the 73rd minute.
- Sum of Goals – Either 2 or 3: A total of either two or three goals seems likely at odds of 56.50.
- Average Total Goals: The expected total goals for this match is around 3.25.
- Average Yellow Cards: Expect around three yellow cards during the match.
- Average Conceded Goals: Cork City might concede around one goal on average.
- Average Goals Scored: Cork City is expected to score approximately one goal on average.
- Average Under Cards: The match is likely to see under five and a half cards issued.