Waterford and Dundalk are all set for their thrilling Republic of Ireland Premier Division encounter on 11.09.2026. As these teams prepare, we've analyzed their tactics and strengths. Our prediction dives deep into the nuances of the matchup. Explore our analysis, get a sense of both teams' potential, and consider our insights when placing your bet on this game.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Bohemians | 29 | 14 | 8 | 7 | 50/34 | 50 |
| 4 | Dundalk | 29 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 46/45 | 40 |
| 5 | Shelbourne | 28 | 8 | 12 | 8 | 37/39 | 36 |
| 7 | Galway United | 28 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 36/42 | 34 |
| 8 | Waterford | 29 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 39/48 | 32 |
| 9 | Drogheda United | 29 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 33/48 | 28 |
Key Player Statistics: Waterford vs Dundalk
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Waterford | 26.06.2026 | 2-3 |
| Premier Division | Waterford | Dundalk | 04.05.2026 | 3-3 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Waterford | 13.03.2026 | 5-0 |
| Premier Division | Waterford | Dundalk | 13.09.2024 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Waterford | 28.06.2024 | 0-2 |
| Premier Division | Waterford | Dundalk | 10.05.2024 | 4-1 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Waterford | 15.03.2024 | 0-0 |
| FAI Cup | Waterford | Dundalk | 16.09.2022 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Waterford | Dundalk | 29.01.2022 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Waterford | 29.10.2021 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAI Cup | Waterford | Sligo Rovers | 04.09.2026 | 3-0 |
| Premier Division | St Patrick's Athl. | Waterford | 28.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| Premier Division | Sligo Rovers | Waterford | 21.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| FAI Cup | Waterford | Athlone Town | 14.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Waterford | Bohemians | 09.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Premier Division | Waterford | Shelbourne | 02.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Premier Division | Galway United | Waterford | 25.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| FAI Cup | Waterford | Cobh Ramblers | 17.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Premier Division | Waterford | St Patrick's Athl. | 10.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Premier Division | Derry City | Waterford | 03.07.2026 | 2-4 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAI Cup | Derry City | Dundalk | 06.09.2026 | 4-2 |
| Premier Division | Drogheda United | Dundalk | 28.08.2026 | 2-3 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Galway United | 21.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| FAI Cup | Dundalk | Castlebar Celtic | 15.08.2026 | 8-0 |
| Premier Division | Shamrock Rovers | Dundalk | 07.08.2026 | 3-2 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Sligo Rovers | 31.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Premier Division | St Patrick's Athl. | Dundalk | 24.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| FAI Cup | St Mochta's | Dundalk | 17.07.2026 | 1-3 |
| Premier Division | Dundalk | Drogheda United | 10.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Premier Division | Shelbourne | Dundalk | 03.07.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Waterford VS Dundalk
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Waterford vs Dundalk
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Waterford vs Dundalk
There's something electric about this fixture. Waterford hosting Dundalk in the Republic of Ireland Premier Division always delivers drama, and right now, both clubs have serious reasons to make a statement.
Waterford sit eighth with 32 points from 29 games. Dundalk are fourth with 40 points. That eight-point gap tells a story, but it doesn't tell the whole story.
Here's what you need to watch for. These two sides simply cannot stop scoring against each other. Their last three meetings produced 16 goals. Sixteen. A 3-3 draw in May, a 2-3 thriller in June, and before that a jaw-dropping 5-0 Dundalk win in March. This head-to-head record screams goals, and I think the bookmakers haven't fully priced that in.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Dundalk being the comfortable favourites at 2.40. Waterford at home have genuine teeth. T. Lonergan has 14 league goals this season and he is the kind of striker who thrives in open, scrappy games exactly like this one. If he gets service from Benny Couto, who leads the team in assists, Dundalk's defence — which has conceded 45 goals in 29 games — will be under serious pressure.
Dundalk's real weapon is D. Horgan. Ten goals and ten assists this season. He does everything. He's the one player who can change a game by himself, and I fully expect him to be at the centre of whatever Dundalk create here.
Here's the surprising insight casual fans will miss. Waterford have actually won their last two home Premier Division meetings against Dundalk, 4-1 in May 2024 and 2-1 in September 2024. Home advantage matters more than the league table suggests in this particular rivalry.
For betting purposes, Over 2.5 goals looks like the standout value here. It has landed in five of their last six meetings. Both teams to score is another strong play given both defences have been leaky all season. I'd also watch the cards market. B. Burns has nine yellows for Dundalk this season, and J. Mahon has eight for Waterford. A physical, scrappy midfield battle is almost guaranteed.
My bold prediction? Lonergan scores first, Horgan equalises before half-time, and we get at least four goals in total. Final score: Waterford 2-2 Dundalk. But honestly, anything could happen, and that's exactly what makes this game unmissable.
Set your alarm. Get your bets on early. This one won't disappoint.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K. Long | Republic of Ireland | 36 | Defender | 188 | 83 |
| J. Mahon | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Defender | 186 cm | n/a |
| L. Heeney | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| P. Amond | Republic of Ireland | 38 | Attacker | 180 cm | 75 kg |
| J. Faria | Canada | 26 | Midfielder | 170 cm | 73 kg |
| J. Houston | Scotland | 26 | Defender | 182 | n/a |
| T. Coyle | England | 25 | Attacker | 179 | 80 |
| J. Voilås | Norway | 28 | Attacker | 184 cm | 78 kg |
| C. Noonan | Republic of Ireland | 23 | Midfielder | 178 cm | 62 kg |
| D. McMenamy | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | 173 cm | 63 kg |
| H. Cann | England | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Arlo Ricky Hugh Doherty | England | 22 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| C. Carty | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Glenfield | Northern Ireland | 21 | Midfielder | 180 cm | n/a |
| S. McMullan | Northern Ireland | 21 | Goalkeeper | 184 | 77 |
| T. Lonergan | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| E. McLaughlin | Northern Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| N. Mawene | England | 21 | Midfielder | 186 | 74 |
| Benny Couto | England | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| J. Healy | Republic of Ireland | 20 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. O'Keeffe | Republic of Ireland | 32 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| D. Horgan | Republic of Ireland | 34 | Midfielder | 170 cm | 68 kg |
| B. Burns | Northern Ireland | 26 | Defender | 173 cm | 72 kg |
| D. Mullen | Scotland | 31 | Attacker | 176 cm | 70 kg |
| T. Grivosti | England | 27 | Defender | 185 cm | n/a |
| D. McDaid | Scotland | 30 | Midfielder | 175 cm | n/a |
| T. Clarke | Republic of Ireland | 28 | 175 cm | 64 kg | |
| R. Cornwall | Republic of Ireland | 31 | Defender | 185 cm | 86 kg |
| K. Buckley | Republic of Ireland | 34 | Midfielder | 177 cm | n/a |
| P. Cherrie | Scotland | 42 | Goalkeeper | 188 cm | 72 kg |
| C. Kearns | Republic of Ireland | 28 | Goalkeeper | 188 | n/a |
| J. Wilson | Republic of Ireland | 27 | n/a | n/a | |
| A. Dervin | Republic of Ireland | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| T. Wilson | Republic of Ireland | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| E. Minogue | Republic of Ireland | 25 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| M. Animasahun | Republic of Ireland | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| H. Groome | Republic of Ireland | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| G. Arubi | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Attacker | 183 cm | n/a |
| H. Warren | Republic of Ireland | 22 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| C. Dillon | Republic of Ireland | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
Waterford vs Dundalk match odds
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