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On March 16, 2026, Derry City hosts St Patrick's Athl. at Richmond Park in a battle that could be pivotal in the Irish Premier Division. Both teams have recent form and head-to-head results that suggest a closely fought contest. The main lean is a draw or narrow Derry victory—look for low scoring and tactical battles.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |
St Patrick's Athl.
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14 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 26 | 13 | 13 | 27 | D W W L L |
| 5 |
Derry City
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14 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 17 | 1 | 18 | D W W D D |
St Patrick's Athl.
Stats
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St Patrick's Athl.
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 13 | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Home | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Away | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
|
St Patrick's Athl.
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 38% | 23% | 38% |
| Home | 43% | 29% | 29% |
| Away | 33% | 17% | 50% |
Derry City
Stats
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Derry City
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Home | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Away | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
|
Derry City
|
CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 23% | 46% | 31% |
| Home | 14% | 71% | 14% |
| Away | 33% | 17% | 50% |
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Derry City vs St Patrick's Athl. takes place on March 16, 2026, at Richmond Park, Dublin. Both sides are closely matched in recent form and head-to-head encounters. Derry has the slight edge in recent wins, but St Patrick's Athl. shows strong home form. Expect a competitive and tightly fought game.
Derry City faces no significant injuries and relies on experienced midfielders like J. McClean and C. Mullan. St Patrick's Athl. has a youthful squad with emergent talent such as K. Quigley and B. Hayes, providing pace on the counter. Both squads are well-motivated and operating at their strongest.
If Derry City scores first in the match at Richmond Park, expect a tight contest as both teams are evenly matched historically. If the score remains level at halftime, Derry's recent form indicates they can push for a second-half victory. Late goals remain a possibility, especially considering Derry City’s higher second-half scoring rate.
Both teams prefer attacking formations with Derry City often utilizing a 4-2-3-1, emphasizing pressure and quick transition. St Patrick's Athl. commonly adopts a 5-3-2 or 4-4-2, focusing on solid defensive structure and set-piece opportunities. Expect a disciplined approach from both sides, with rapid counters and set-piece opportunities key to the outcome.
See below all the main information for this match.
The match is scheduled for March 16, 2026, at Richmond Park, Dublin. Expect a tight contest with Derry City slightly favored based on recent form and head-to-head results.
Recent form indicates Derry City has a slight edge, especially playing at Richmond Park. Both teams have been evenly matched in recent encounters, but Derry’s home advantage and recent wins give them a slight edge.
A double chance on Derry City or draw offers a safer betting option, considering Derry's recent home form and a closely matching head-to-head record.
Total goals from the last matches suggest a low-scoring game, making Under 2.5 goals a solid consideration.
Injuries appear minimal for both sides, so expect full-strength squads ready to compete.
