Dundalk vs Derry City - AI Football Prediction for October 18, 24
Our AI-powered preview for the Premier Division clash between Dundalk and Derry City on October 18, 24 in Ireland delivers a comprehensive look at both teams' recent form and their head-to-head history.
Dundalk have managed 0 win(s), 2 draw(s), and 3 loss(es) in their last 5 matches, averaging 0.2 goals per game. Meanwhile, Derry City have recorded 4 win(s), 0 draw(s), and 1 loss(es) in the same period, with an average of 2.0 goals per match.
Looking at their previous encounters, these teams have faced each other 4 time(s): Dundalk have won 0, Derry City have won 2, and 2 match(es) ended in a draw. On average, their meetings have produced 2.8 goals per game.
Factoring in current form, historical results, and advanced statistical models, our AI provides actionable insights to help you make smarter betting decisions for this match.
Team Performance Metrics
Average Goals per Game
0.20
Average of 0.20 goals scored per match
Formation
4-4-2
Most commonly used formation
Defensive Efficiency
6.3
Defensive Efficiency rated 6.3/10
Offensive Efficiency
6.5
Offensive Efficiency rated 6.5/10
Overall Team Performance
6.3
Overall team performance rated 6.3/10
Average Shots On Goal
3.0
Average shots on target per match
Goal Conversion Rate
17.5%
Shot-to-goal conversion rate
Average Goals per Game
2.00
Average of 2.00 goals scored per match
Formation
4-2-3-1
Most commonly used formation
Defensive Efficiency
6.5
Defensive Efficiency rated 6.5/10
Offensive Efficiency
6.4
Offensive Efficiency rated 6.4/10
Overall Team Performance
6.5
Overall team performance rated 6.5/10
Average Shots On Goal
6.2
Average shots on target per match
Goal Conversion Rate
29.2%
Shot-to-goal conversion rate
Recent Matches

Dundalk

Derry City
May 5, 25

1 - 0
St Patrick's

May 2, 25

2 - 0
Shelbourne

April 25, 25

2 - 1
Derry City

April 22, 25

3 - 0
Sligo Rov.

April 18, 25

2 - 3
Derry City

Insights
Won 80% of last 5 matches
Scored in last 5 match
Goal difference in last 5: +6
Best Bets
Double Chance: Draw/Away
1.15
1.15
Goals Over/Under: Under 3.5
1.30
1.30
Goals Over/Under: Under 2.5
1.85
1.85
Prediction Insight
1 - 1
or0 - 1
Our advanced AI model has identified this as an elite betting opportunity with 84% confidence. Historical head-to-head data, recent team performance metrics, and current form analysis strongly align. Key factors include consistent scoring patterns, favorable matchup statistics, and strong correlation with similar historical scenarios. This prediction ranks among our highest-conviction plays of the day.
Premium Selection
Confidence Level: Very High
Dundalk: We predicted 6 correct scores out of the last 8 games (75% accuracy)
Derry City: We predicted 6 correct scores out of the last 8 games (75% accuracy)
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