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  • +125 US
  • 6/9 Fractional
  • 2.25 Decimal
Waterford FC logo
04.09, 14:45
Derry City logo
Premier Division
Ireland
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Predictions

Waterford FC

  • Waterford FC haven't tasted defeat in 5 games (W4, D1) and have been solid at home this season, winning 4, drawing 7 and losing 3 of their 14 Premier Division 2026 fixtures.
  • Graham Coughlan has really tightened up the home side since taking over on 6 May 2026 and they've just put together a little run that suggests they could be dangerous in the second half of the season.
  • Friday's hosts were undefeated in their last 5, coming into this game following a 0-0 draw at Sligo Rovers and a 2-0 away win at St Patrick's Athletic.

Derry City

  • Derry City beat University College Dublin 2-1 in the FAI Cup, but then were beaten 5-3 away to Bohemians in the Premier Division 2026 last time out in what was a wild game.
  • Mark Connolly has been in charge since 5 August 2026 and has introduced a high-energy, front-foot style with the 4-2-3-1/4-1-4-1 formation pressing forward and attacking wide areas with aggression.

Head-to-Head

The Blues beat the Candystripes 4-2 away from home in the Premier Division 2026 and lead the last two meetings 1-0 (D1) .


Key Players

  • Top scorers:
    • Tom Lonergan is the main finisher for Waterford FC with 14 goals from 27 appearances in the Premier Division 2026.
    • Michael Duffy is Derry City's highest scorer with 8 goals from 21 games.
  • Creativity & form:
    • Benny Couto has added a bit of a spark to Waterford in recent weeks, providing 3 assists during their 5-match scoring run.
    • Duffy scored 3 of Derry's 8 goals during the same period.

Betting Insights

  • The odds certainly favour Derry (2.26), but Waterford are not far behind at 2.83 and the Draw is 3.62.
  • Both teams to score at 1.54 appeals, as does Over 2.5 goals at 1.68, given the attacking noise around this fixture of late.

Prediction

  • Waterford are a much improved unit and have enough to edge Derry City in a tight clash on Friday.
  • Waterford have won their last 3 at home and we're backing them for the points here in what should be a very tight game that could swing either way.
  • Waterford score an average of 1.36 goals per game at home in the Premier Division 2026, conceding 1.14, so we're not expecting a blowout.
  • Derry have conceded 21 goals in 14 away fixtures in the Premier Division 2026 and Waterford will fancy their chances of exploiting that.

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Premier Division Predictions

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FAQ

  • When is kick-off for Waterford FC vs Derry City?

    Kick-off for Waterford FC against Derry City is scheduled for 04 Sept 2026 14:45.

  • Waterford FC vs Derry City – Which team has the stronger record over their last 5 matches?

    Over their last 5 matches, Waterford FC have tallied 4 wins, 1 draws, and 0 losses. In the same span, Derry City have managed 2 wins, 1 draws, and 2 defeats.

  • Who got on the scoresheet in the most recent Waterford FC vs Derry City fixture?

    During the last Waterford FC vs Derry City encounter, the goals came from Padraig Amond, Tom Lonergan, o'reilly adam, Slevin Rob, Joergen Voilaas.

  • Who are the leading goal-getters for Waterford FC and Derry City in this Premier Division 2026 season?

    In the Premier Division 2026, Tom Lonergan leads the scoring for Waterford FC with 14 goals, while Michael Duffy tops the charts for Derry City with 9 goals.

  • Who leads defensively this Premier Division 2026 season – Waterford FC or Derry City?

    The Premier Division 2026’s best defence belongs to Derry City, who have shipped just 40 goals in 29 matches and kept 7 clean sheets. Their average goals conceded per game stands at only 1.38.

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