Bitesize Prediction: Drogheda vs Dundalk – 08/07/22

Competition: Irish Premier Division

Market: Dundalk win

Odds: 7/10 @ 888sport

Two sides who find themselves battling it out at opposite ends of the Premier Division table, Dundalk will make the trip to Drogheda on Friday night.

Starting with the hosts, while Drogheda might have managed to find a much-welcomed boost last month, there is no doubt that the relegation outsiders came crashing back down to earth last weekend. Putting in what would have been a worrying display as they were blown away thanks to a 3-0 defeat against St. Patrick’s on the road, Kevin Doherty’s men will be seeking an immediate boost on Friday night. However, while the Drogs might have shocked many as they clinched a 1-0 victory against defending champions Shamrock Rovers on May 23rd, they are now in the midst of a four-match winless run. Knowing that they should face a stiff test here, Doherty could have somewhat of a headache over his side’s last meeting against Friday’s guests. Making the trip to Oriel Park on April 29th, Drogheda were blown away by a 4-1 drumming on the road.

As for the visitors, while Dundalk might still find themselves needing a miracle if they’re to lift this season’s Premier Division crown, they are in the midst of a stellar purple patch. Last seen putting in a thumping display as they breezed their way to a 3-0 romp against leading relegation scrappers UC Dublin, Stephen O’Donnell’s men are sat in pole position to clinch a European finish. With it looking like the mood in their camp is at a red-hot high, the Lilywhites are enjoying an 11-match unbeaten run across all formats. Looking to lay down another marker here, fans around Oriel Park will be most excited by their side’s continued displays at the back. On a run that stems all the way back to May 20th, Dundalk have recorded a clean sheet in each of their previous five Premier Division matchups on the spin.

Bet: Dundalk 7/10 to beat Drogheda in Friday’s Irish Premier Division matchup @ 888sport