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Ireland football predictions, odds & corner stats
Coverage of the League of Ireland Premier Division and every Irish competition we track.
Quick answer
Irish domestic football runs the League of Ireland Premier Division as its top tier (10 clubs, 36 rounds, February to November). Shamrock Rovers has dominated recent seasons. The summer calendar makes it one of the active European leagues during the top-five break, with goal averages around 2.4 to 2.6 per match.
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Ireland leagues we cover
Every Ireland competition with at least one upcoming match in the next two weeks. Leagues with no fixtures right now still appear if they are part of our coverage.
The clubs that move the LOI Premier Division
Five clubs that have set the modern title race.
Shamrock Rovers
Dublin · HoopsMost successful Irish club. Multiple recent Premier Division titles. Strong home advantage at Tallaght Stadium.
Bohemians
Dublin · BohsShamrock Rovers main rival in Dublin. The Dublin Derby is the most viewed Irish domestic fixture.
Derry City
Derry · CandystripesNorthern Ireland based club playing in the Republic league. Strong matchday atmosphere at the Brandywell.
St Patrick Athletic
Dublin · SaintsDublin club, consistent top four challenger. Tactically structured.
Sligo Rovers
Sligo · Bit RedsSmaller budget Premier Division regular with strong fan engagement.
How corners behave in Ireland football
The corner angle bettors care about. What we read on each match type, and how the model adjusts for Ireland context.
Below European mean for corners
LOI Premier Division averages around seven to eight corners per match, below the European mean. The direct physical style compresses wide attacking sequences.
Shamrock Rovers home matches set the over template
Shamrock Rovers at home against bottom half opposition consistently produces above league average corner and goal totals because of the talent gap.
Why the League of Ireland is an underrated summer league
The League of Ireland Premier Division runs February to November on a summer calendar that aligns with most Nordic leagues. The 10 club format means each side plays the other three times across 27 rounds plus a four match extension round, producing 36 matches per season. Shamrock Rovers has dominated recent seasons with multiple consecutive titles, and Bohemians, Derry City and St Patrick Athletic rotate through the chase places.
Irish football averages around 2.4 to 2.6 goals per match. Corner volumes sit slightly below the European mean because the league plays a more direct, physical style than possession heavy top tier European football. The Dublin Derby between Shamrock Rovers and Bohemians is the most viewed Irish domestic fixture.
Ireland football betting questions
- When does the LOI season run?
- February to November on a summer calendar. 36 rounds per season across 10 clubs.
- Who dominates Irish football?
- Shamrock Rovers has won multiple consecutive recent Premier Division titles.
- Where can I bet on Irish football?
- Thunderpick, Stake and Sportsbet.io all cover the LOI Premier Division.
- How many goals does a typical LOI match produce?
- Around 2.4 to 2.6 goals per match. Slightly below the European mean.
- How accurate is the model on Irish football?
- Per team rolling averages and a LOI specific baseline. Sample sizes are reasonable within a 36 match season; confidence is slightly below top European leagues.
How this page works
- Live data, every hour. The match list and odds read straight from the live market and refresh every hour.
- Per league baseline. The corner model uses a per league baseline so Ireland fixtures read against Ireland context, not a generic European setting.
- Independent rankings. No sportsbook pays for placement. Full method on the methodology page; affiliate model explained at the affiliate disclosure.
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