Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Bray Wanderers welcome Cobh Ramblers to Carlisle Grounds for a First Division fixture on Friday 8 May (19:45 WAT). In the table, Bray Wanderers are 3rd, among the top four, on 54 points after 36 matches; Cobh Ramblers are 6th (lower half) with 49.
Current form
Bray Wanderers, last 5: LDDLD Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to Finn Harps, away. In their own stadium the record reads 0 won, 0 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 1.8 conceded per game.
Cobh Ramblers, last 5: LWLDW Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to UCD, at home. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 0.7 conceded per game. Defensively they have kept 4 clean sheets in that run.
Momentum favours Cobh Ramblers, collecting 1.7 points per game to 0.5 for Bray Wanderers.
Head to head
When they last met (20 Mar 2026) it ended Cobh Ramblers 1–1 Bray Wanderers.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Bray Wanderers 1.7 xG, Cobh Ramblers 1.2 xG – a total near 2.9. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 53%, GG 58%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Bray Wanderers 48%, draw 23%, Cobh Ramblers 29%.
GG/NG: GG (58%) at 1.67.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (76%, odds 1.28). Most likely score in line with that pick: Bray Wanderers 1–1 Cobh Ramblers. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Bray Wanderers48%fair 2.10 · @2.04
Draw23%fair 4.26 · @3.45
Cobh Ramblers29%fair 3.45 · @3.45
2.88Expected goals
1.70Bray Wanderers xG
1.18Cobh Ramblers xG
58%Both score
53%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–111%
2–110%
1–010%
2–08%
1–27%
0–17%
From our goals model: Bray Wanderers 1.7 – 1.2 Cobh Ramblers expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers?
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers?
On our numbers Bray Wanderers have a 48% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Cobh Ramblers 29%.
How many goals will there be in Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 53% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers?
Our predicted score is Bray Wanderers 1–1 Cobh Ramblers, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers?
Bray Wanderers vs Cobh Ramblers (First Division) kicks off on Friday 8 May 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Carlisle Grounds.
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.