- Waterford FC have won 1, drawn 1 and lost 3 of their last 5 games in all competitions
- Sligo Rovers FC have won 2, drawn 2 and lost 1 of their last 5 matches in all competitions
- Sligo Rovers FC have won 3 of their last 5 clashes with Waterford FC in Premier Division 2025
Tight game expected as Waterford FC hosts Sligo Rovers FC
A tight, tight match is expected when Waterford FC host Sligo Rovers FC in the Premier Division 2025 on Friday, with both sides desperate for the win in the race to avoid relegation. As part of our Waterford FC vs Sligo Rovers FC preview, both teams are expected to put forth a determined effort to secure precious points.
Waterford FC are currently 7th in the table with 34 points from 27 games, while Sligo Rovers FC are in 9th with 26 points.
Waterford FC have won 5, drawn 2 and lost 6 of their 13 home games in the Premier Division 2025, scoring an average of 1.15 goals per game and conceding 1.69.
Sligo Rovers FC have won 3, drawn 2 and lost 8 of their 13 away games, scoring 17 goals.
Sligo Rovers have the better recent record
John Coleman took charge of Waterford FC in May 2025 and has made them a tough team to break down while keeping the squad versatile enough to change gear against various opponents.
Sligo Rovers FC have enjoyed a more successful run lately, winning 2 of their last 5, drawing 2, and losing just once.
John Russell took over as Sligo Rovers FC head coach in May 2022 and since then has instilled a playing philosophy based around possession, quick ball movement and pressing.
Russell’s high-tempo approach has rejuvenated Sligo Rovers FC’s midfield and attack and they are now a much more positive force in the league, with games against Waterford often lively.
In terms of Waterford FC vs Sligo Rovers FC prediction, the last meeting between these two sides in the Premier Division 2025 was 2 months ago, with Sligo Rovers edging a 1-0 win at home.
Waterford FC have averaged 2.0 goals at home in their last 5 against Sligo Rovers FC with the away team averaging 2.5, so goals could be likely at both ends on Friday.
Both teams can score on Friday
Sligo Rovers FC are 2.35 favorites to win on the road against Waterford FC, but the Blues are not far behind at 2.70.
Both of these sides need a victory and should be ready to battle hard for it, so this could be a competitive game with an edge to Sligo Rovers.
But Both Teams to Score, at 1.68, is the recommended play here because of the attacking threats on both sides and the likelihood of goals at either end, according to the latest Waterford FC vs Sligo Rovers FC prediction.
For those searching for Waterford FC vs Sligo Rovers FC betting tips, Padraig Amond is Waterford FC’s main man up front with 12 goals in 27 appearances in the Premier Division 2025.
Tom Lonergan has chipped in with 2 goals in Waterford FC’s last 5 games, while Owen Elding leads Sligo Rovers FC's frontline with 9 goals in 26 Premier Division 2025 appearances, including 2 in the last 5 games.
