Expert Analysis: Dundalk vs Athlone Town
Overview
The upcoming match between Dundalk and Athlone Town promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. Dundalk, playing at home, has a solid record, while Athlone Town will aim to disrupt their opponents’ rhythm. The betting odds suggest a tightly contested match with various outcomes possible.
Dundalk
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Athlone Town
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Date: 2025-08-08
Time: 18:45
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Venue: Oriel Park
Score: 6-1
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 82.40% | (6-1) 2-1 1H 1.18 | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 76.30% | (6-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 79.70% | (6-1) | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 72.60% | (6-1) 4-0 2H 1.25 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 72.40% | (6-1) 1.14 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 66.20% | (6-1) 2-1 1H 1.25 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 70.30% | (6-1) | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 67.00% | (6-1) | |
| Home Team To Win | 63.60% | (6-1) 1.20 | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 59.60% | (6-1) 2.62 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 51.00% | (6-1) 1.73 | |
| Last Goal 73+ Minutes | 51.70% | (6-1) | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.80% | (6-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.97% | (6-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.44% | (6-1) |
Prediction Breakdown
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 81.20 — The opening half may see both teams cautious, focusing on defensive setups.
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 75.70 — Dundalk is likely to find their stride in the second half, capitalizing on their home advantage.
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 77.20 — Athlone Town might struggle to break through Dundalk’s defense after halftime.
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 72.70 — A defensive battle could continue into the second half, limiting scoring opportunities.
- Over 1.5 Goals: 70.00 — Despite defensive expectations, there might be enough chances for over 1.5 goals to be scored.
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: 69.70 — At least one goal is expected by halftime, reflecting the competitive nature of the match.
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 69.00 — Athlone Town may find it challenging to penetrate Dundalk’s defense early on.
- Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 71.00 — Dundalk could seize an early lead, setting the tone for the rest of the game.
- Home Team To Win: 64.80 — Dundalk has a favorable chance of securing victory at home.
- Under 2.5 Goals: 57.20 — The match is likely to be low-scoring, with fewer than two and a half goals expected.
- Both Teams Not to Score: 56.80 — A draw with no goals is a possibility, given the defensive strategies anticipated.
- Last Goal 73+ Minutes: 54.90 — Any decisive goal might occur in the closing stages of the match.
Betting Insights
The average total goals expected in this match are around 3.30, with Dundalk conceding an average of 1.27 goals and scoring approximately 1.24 goals per game. These statistics indicate that while Dundalk might dominate possession and create chances, they are also prone to conceding goals against competitive teams like Athlone Town.
