Drogheda vs Shelbourne: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Drogheda prepare to host Shelbourne on February 27, 2026, with kick-off at 20:45, this IRELAND: Premier Division fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Drogheda, currently 2nd in the standings with 7 points from 3 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 3 points from 1 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 2 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Shelbourne, sitting 6th with 2 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 1 points from 1 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 3 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 2 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Drogheda and Shelbourne have favored Drogheda, with Drogheda claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Dundalk, Drogheda recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Dennison, Kane, Burney, Keeley, Quinn, Agbaje, Kavanagh, O'Brien, Farrell, Doyle, Oluwa. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Shelbourne's last outing came against Galway, where they secured a 1-1 draw using a 3-5-2 system. Their starting XI featured Speel, Ledwidge, Barrett, Casey, Jarvis, Mcinroy, Henry-Francis, Mbeng, Lundgren, Wood, Martin. The structure prioritized compactness, making it difficult for opponents to find space between the lines.

Looking ahead, Drogheda are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Drogheda and Shelbourne are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Drogheda's fixtures have averaged 1.8 goals per game, with 1 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Shelbourne's games average 2.3 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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