The Premier Division tie at Tolka Park on Friday will see hosts Shelbourne fighting it out with Dundalk.
Our tips, poll and stats for Shelbourne v Dundalk can all be found here (plus the best game odds).
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Shelbourne
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Shelbourne head into this fixture following on from a 2-2 Premier Division tied result versus Sligo Rovers.
For Shelbourne, the goals were scored by Ali Coote (81') and Paddy Barrett (90'). Maï Traoré (27') and Daire Patton (56') scored for Sligo Rovers.
It’s been a rare occasion in recent games that Shelbourne haven’t conceded. In fact, Shelbourne have failed to prevent opponents from scoring in 5 of their previous 6 clashes, letting in 9 goals during that time.
Dundalk
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After suffering a loss in their previous game against Waterford in Premier Division action, Dundalk will be hoping to turn things around here.
For Dundalk, the goalscorers were Eoin Kenny (10') and Harry Groome (29'). Tom Lonergan (45', 63') and John Mahon (85') scored for Waterford.
Over the course of their previous six outings, Dundalk have amassed the sum of 9 goals. Dundalk have also scored on each one of those occasions. During those fixtures, their defenders have seen 6 goals go against them. Historical results aside, we will just have to wait and see whether that trend will be replicated in this game or not.
Going into this contest, Dundalk have not been beaten in their last 4 away league matches.
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Head to head
Looking over their most recent head to head meetings dating back to 29/03/2024 shows us that Shelbourne have won 4 of these & Dundalk 1, with the number of drawn matches standing at 1.
A combined sum of 13 goals were produced between them in these games, with 8 of them from The Shels and 5 netted by The Lilywhites. The average goals per game has been 2.17.
The previous league encounter featuring these clubs was Premier Division match day 14 on 01/05/2026 and the score finished Dundalk 1-2 Shelbourne.
On that occasion, Dundalk managed 66% possession and 13 attempts on goal with 4 on target. Their only player to score was Daryl Horgan (89').
For their opponents, Shelbourne had 14 attempts on goal with 4 on target. Daniel Kelly (11') and Kerr McInroy (52') scored.
The match was refereed by Paul Norton.
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Team News: Shelbourne
It looks as if The Shels could line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation this time, beginning the first half with Wessel Speel, Milan Mbeng, Zeno Rossi, Patrick Barrett, Kameron Ledwidge, Evan Caffrey, Ellis Chapman, Ali Coote, Daniel Kelly, Harry Wood and Rodrigo Freitas.
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Team News: Dundalk
We are inclined to think that The Lilywhites seem likely to make use of a 4-2-3-1 system, settling for Enda Minogue, Keith Buckley, Rob Cornwall, Bobby Burns, Tyreke Wilson, Aodh Dervin, Harry Groome, Eoin Kenny, Ronan Teahan, Daryl Horgan and Gbemi Arubi.
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Prediction
In this game, Dundalk are capable enough to score a goal against this Shelbourne lineup, however that may not quite prevent them from conceding a couple at the other end.
We are anticipating a close game with a 2-1 advantage for Shelbourne when the full-time whistle blows. It should be a decent one.
Andre Moura,
02:01 29/06/2026
Odds correct at time of publishing. All odds subject to change.
⚽️ Team Focus:
Shelbourne
Formed: 1895
Stadium: Tolka Park (5,750)
Captain: Paddy Barrett
Chairman: Mickey O’Rourke
Manager: Joey O'Brien
Competitions: Premier Division position 5, FAI Cup (Second Round)
🔑 Star Player: Ali Coote
Customarily deployed in the Central Attacking Midfielder position, Ali Coote was born in Bedford, England. Having made a first senior appearance for Dundee United in the 2014 - 2015 season, the accomplished Midfielder has contributed 2 league goals in this Premier Division 2026 campaign to date in 19 appearances.