Shelbourne vs Galway United: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Shelbourne welcome Galway United to Tolka Park for a Premier Division fixture on Friday 29 May (19:45 WAT). In the table, Shelbourne are 4th, among the top four, on 49 points after 36 matches; Galway United are 8th (in the drop zone) with 42.
Current form
Shelbourne, last 5: DWDDW Their latest outing: 0–0 draw with Derry City, away. In their own stadium the record reads 1 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 1.3 conceded per game.
Galway United, last 5: LLDDD Their latest outing: 2–4 defeat to Bohemians, at home. Away from home the record reads 0 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 2.2 conceded per game.
Momentum favours Shelbourne, collecting 1.5 points per game to 0.5 for Galway United.
Head to head
When they last met (20 Feb 2026) it ended Shelbourne 1–1 Galway United.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Shelbourne 1.8 xG, Galway United 1.1 xG – a total near 2.9. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 54%, GG 58%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Shelbourne 53%, draw 24%, Galway United 23%.
Lower-risk option: Shelbourne or draw (77%) at 1.22.
GG/NG: GG (58%) at 1.70.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (77%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Shelbourne 1–1 Galway United. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Shelbourne53%fair 1.87 · @1.81
Draw24%fair 4.23 · @3.70
Galway United23%fair 4.37 · @4.10
2.87Expected goals
1.76Shelbourne xG
1.11Galway United xG
58%Both score
54%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–111%
1–010%
2–110%
2–09%
0–16%
1–26%
From our goals model: Shelbourne 1.8 – 1.1 Galway United expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Shelbourne vs Galway United?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 77% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Shelbourne vs Galway United?
On our numbers Shelbourne have a 53% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Galway United 23%.
How many goals will there be in Shelbourne vs Galway United?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 54% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Shelbourne vs Galway United?
Our predicted score is Shelbourne 1–1 Galway United, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Shelbourne vs Galway United?
Shelbourne vs Galway United (Premier Division) kicks off on Friday 29 May 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Tolka Park.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
