Kerry welcome UCD to Mounthawk Park for a First Division fixture on Friday 21 August (19:45 WAT).
Current form
Kerry, last 5: LLWWW Their latest outing: 0–4 defeat to Sligo Rovers, away. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 0 lost from 3. 2.0 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
UCD, last 5: LWLDW Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to Derry City, at home. The attack is flying at 2.2 goals per game.
Head to head
When they last met (19 Jun 2026) it ended UCD 0–1 Kerry. The last 3 head-to-heads: Kerry 1 win, UCD 1, draws 1. Those games averaged 2.0 goals and saw GG land 2 times.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Kerry 1.3 xG, UCD 1.4 xG – a total near 2.7. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 52%, GG 63%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Kerry 38%, draw 22%, UCD 40%.
GG/NG: GG (63%) at 1.60.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Over 1.5 goals (76%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Kerry 1–1 UCD. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Kerry38%fair 2.64 · @2.66
Draw22%fair 4.60 · @3.40
UCD40%fair 2.47 · @2.50
2.74Expected goals
1.34Kerry xG
1.40UCD xG
63%Both score
52%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–112%
0–19%
1–09%
1–28%
2–18%
0–06%
From our goals model: Kerry 1.3 – 1.4 UCD expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Our pick is Over 1.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Kerry vs UCD?
On our numbers Kerry have a 38% chance of winning, the draw 22% and UCD 40%.
How many goals will there be in Kerry vs UCD?
We expect about 2.7 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 52% likely and both teams score 63% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Kerry vs UCD?
Our predicted score is Kerry 1–1 UCD, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.7 goals in total.
When is Kerry vs UCD?
Kerry vs UCD (First Division) kicks off on Friday 21 August 2026 at 19:45 (West Africa Time) at Mounthawk 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.