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Shelbourne vs Dundalk on July 3, 2026, at Tolka Park offers a compelling Irish Premier Division contest. Based on current form, Dundalk has a slight edge, but Shelbourne’s home advantage and recent performances keep this game closely contested. Here are the best bets, predictions, and value picks for this fixture.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |
Dundalk
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26 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 40 | 38 | 2 | 37 | D D L L L |
| 5 |
Shelbourne
|
25 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 35 | 36 | -1 | 34 | L W D L D |
Shelbourne
Stats
|
Shelbourne
|
MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 24 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
| Home | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Away | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
|
Shelbourne
|
CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 21% | 63% | 17% |
| Home | 15% | 62% | 23% |
| Away | 27% | 64% | 9% |
Dundalk
Stats
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Dundalk
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 25 | 9 | 9 | 7 |
| Home | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Away | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 |
|
Dundalk
|
CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 20% | 72% | 8% |
| Home | 33% | 67% | 0% |
| Away | 8% | 77% | 15% |
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Shelbourne and Dundalk have a rich recent rivalry, with Dundalk showing dominance in recent fixtures, including a victory at Tolka Park earlier this season. Shelbourne’s squad depth and recent form suggest they’re competitive, but Dundalk's proven ability to grind out results away from home makes this a close call.
Shelbourne’s squad features young talents like A. Flynn and J. Wuna, with recent injury concerns easing. Dundalk benefits from stability with experienced players like K. Buckley and R. Teahan available. Both teams field strong lineups capable of scoring and resisting pressure.
If Dundalk scores first in the upcoming challenge at Tolka Park, the match pace might slow slightly, encouraging a more cautious approach from Shelbourne. Conversely, an early Shelbourne goal could open up play, possibly leading to more goals. A draw remains a strong option, given recent form trends and head-to-head history.
Dundalk's flexible 4-2-3-1 setup often relies on quick transitions and set-piece opportunities, which could prove decisive at Tolka Park. Shelbourne tends to press high, creating opportunities but also exposing vulnerabilities to counter-attacks. Expect disciplined positioning and tactical flexibility to influence goal flow.
Shelbourne is favored to secure at least a draw based on recent form, head-to-head results, and overall squad strength.
The match is expected to have competitive scoring potential, with both teams averaging over 1.4 goals per game recently.
Dundalk’s recent away form suggests they are capable of winning this fixture, especially considering their history of winning at Tolka Park.
The early goal scenario could shape the match’s flow, with a potential for a defensive setup after an early lead, impacting total goals.
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