KuPS vs Shamrock Rovers Prediction, Tips & Odds
KuPS vs Shamrock Rovers
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The model favours Shamrock Rovers to win this matchup, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Shamrock Rovers have demonstrated solid form throughout the season, currently on a positive trajectory with three wins and one draw in their last five matches. Their consistency is underscored by a balanced attack and defence, which have allowed them to secure points against competitive opponents, indicating a team that is well-prepared for crucial fixtures. In contrast, KuPS has struggled with form recently, recording one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five matches. This inconsistency could be a concern as they face a confident Shamrock Rovers side. KuPS will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities if they hope to challenge effectively in this playoff round, as their recent performances suggest a lack of rhythm and cohesion. The model indicates a win probability of approximately 60% for Shamrock Rovers, with the potential for a 2-1 victory. However, a key caveat is that if KuPS finds their form and capitalizes on any mistakes by the Rovers, they could turn the tide. For a deeper understanding of this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where The Daily Punt Analysis Team outlines our in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.
Head to Head
Last 1 Meetings (evenly matched 0-0)The head-to-head record between KuPS and Shamrock Rovers shows 0 wins for KuPS, 0 wins for Shamrock Rovers, and 1 draw. The only match played ended in a 1-1 draw, indicating a balanced contest with both teams managing to score. This single fixture suggests a tightly contested encounter, with neither side able to secure a victory thus far. Given the limited sample size, it remains to be seen how future matches will unfold between these teams.
Key Statistics
2026 SeasonKuPS have won 4 of their last 10 matches at home, drawing 4 and losing 2. Their recent home fixtures include drew with KuPS 1-1 and drew with KuPS 1-1.
Overall, the wider run reads 12W 6D 3L from the last 21 games (57% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Shamrock Rovers have won 4 of their last 10 matches on the road, drawing 1 and losing 5. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Shamrock Rovers 3-2 and lost to Egnatia Rrogozhinë 5-1.
Overall, the wider run reads 14W 2D 6L from the last 22 games (64% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Lineups
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.
