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  • 05 July 2025, Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers, 2-2, Draw
  • 27 June 2025, Bohemians FC Dublin vs Sligo Rovers, 1-1, Draw
  • 23 June 2025, Sligo Rovers vs Galway United FC, 2-1, Win
  • 20 June 2025, Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers, 1-0, Lose
  • 14 June 2025, Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC, 1-0, Win
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  • 04 July 2025, Derry City vs Waterford FC, 7-2, Lose
  • 27 June 2025, Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford FC, 1-0, Lose
  • 23 June 2025, Waterford FC vs Shelbourne FC, 2-2, Draw
  • 20 June 2025, Waterford FC vs Bohemians FC Dublin, 2-1, Win
  • 14 June 2025, Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC, 1-0, Lose
Waterford FC
Away
Premier Division
Premier Division, Republic of Ireland

The match between Sligo Rovers and Waterford FC was a tight affair, with the decisive moment coming early in the game. Sligo Rovers capitalized on a rare first-half opportunity with a well-placed goal just 20 minutes into the match. Despite limited offensive opportunities, their ability to strike early gave them a crucial psychological edge. Waterford FC struggled to convert possession and pressure into goals, reflected in their six corners compared to Sligo's solitary corner, highlighting inefficiency in set-piece execution.

Discipline played a pivotal role in shaping the outcome. Waterford's aggressive approach backfired as they accrued three yellow cards, culminating in a red card that left them at a numerical disadvantage. Sligo Rovers, while also picking up four yellow cards, managed to maintain all players on the field, which likely aided their defensive resilience. The red card significantly affected Waterford's strategy, forcing them to adapt their play under increasing pressure and reduced personnel.

Overall teamwork and coordination were central to Sligo Rovers' success. Their cohesive defensive performance was instrumental in maintaining the narrow lead, counteracting Waterford's frequent offensive maneuvers. The strategic substitutions and disciplined play allowed Sligo to dictate much of the game's tempo in the second half, especially as Waterford's fatigue and frustration grew evident. This match underscored the importance of early goals and disciplined play in tightly contested encounters.

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Form Guide

Draw2-2Sligo Rovers vs Shamrock Rovers
Draw1-1Bohemians FC Dublin vs Sligo Rovers
Win2-1Sligo Rovers vs Galway United FC
Lose1-0Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers
Win1-0Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
6:5
GOALS / MATCH
1.2
  • Sligo Rovers has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 6:5, scoring 1.2 goals average
Lose7-2Derry City vs Waterford FC
Lose1-0Shamrock Rovers vs Waterford FC
Draw2-2Waterford FC vs Shelbourne FC
Win2-1Waterford FC vs Bohemians FC Dublin
Lose1-0Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
6:12
GOALS / MATCH
1.2
  • Waterford FC has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 6:12, scoring 1.2 goals average

Sligo Rovers H2H Waterford FC

Home gameSligo Rovers10Waterford FCAway gamePremier Division
Away gameSligo Rovers40Waterford FCHome gamePremier Division
Home gameSligo Rovers23Waterford FCAway gamePremier Division
Home gameSligo Rovers20Waterford FCAway gamePremier Division
Away gameSligo Rovers14Waterford FCHome gamePremier Division
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
10:7
GOALS / MATCH
2.00
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Sligo Rovers overtook Waterford FC three times
  • Sligo Rovers won three times, lost twice
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 10:7; average goals per match – 2.00
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