- 13 September 2024, Waterford FC vs Dundalk FC, 2-1, Win
- 31 August 2024, Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC, 2-0, Lose
- 23 August 2024, Waterford FC vs Derry City, 0-1, Lose
- 09 August 2024, Bohemians FC Dublin vs Waterford FC, 2-3, Win
- 02 August 2024, Waterford FC vs Shamrock Rovers, 1-2, Lose
- 01 September 2024, St. Patrick's Athletic vs Drogheda United, 4-1, Lose
- 23 August 2024, Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers, 7-0, Win
- 11 August 2024, Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United, 1-1, Draw
- 02 August 2024, Drogheda United vs Bohemians FC Dublin, 2-2, Draw
- 26 July 2024, Drogheda United vs Waterford FC, 2-0, Win
Coverage:
In the Premier Division 'David versus Goliath' contest on 23rd May 2024, Waterford FC indeed showed their knack for a comeback, overturning a 2-0 disadvantage to clinch a decisive 4-2 victory against the thus far indomitable Drogheda United.
Drogheda United got off to a flying start, with goals in the opening moments of both halves - a consistent performance that had them 2-0 up against the home team right in the middle of the second half. Their initial dominance was quickly snuffed out by the home team’s impressive return of four goals in less than 20 minutes of play.
The turning point seems to have been the third goal by Waterford FC around the 67th minute mark of the match. Notably, this was closely followed by a yellow card violation by Drogheda United, which indicates a growing frustration in the away team and possibly lack of discipline that began to colour their performance.
Statistically speaking, Waterford FC displayed a more aggressive game, winning 7 corner kicks compared to just 1 for Drogheda United. This demonstrates their advantageous presence around the opposition's goal. Their attacking temperament, while sometimes marked as over-eager with 4 offsides, had paid off in the final scoreline.
Interestingly, the yellow card count was skewed towards Drogheda United, with one being handed out, displaying a hint of desperation as they sought to regain control in the later half of the match. This, compared to Waterford FC's clean record, shows a stark difference in their disciplinary track records in this particular match.
Both teams, however, managed to keep a full team on the pitch, receiving no red cards, suggesting that while there was a competitive edge, sportsmanship was not entirely discarded.
In conclusion, Waterford FC's aggressive offensive strategies and Drogheda United’s wavering discipline played a significant role in tipping the scales of this highly charged match. Whether this implies a formulaic approach to conquering Drogheda United’s defenses in the future, only time will tell. Regardless, it's certain that Waterford FC used their home advantage to their favor in this heated encounter.
Form Guide
Win | 2-1 | Waterford FC vs Dundalk FC | |
Lose | 2-0 | Sligo Rovers vs Waterford FC | |
Lose | 0-1 | Waterford FC vs Derry City | |
Win | 2-3 | Bohemians FC Dublin vs Waterford FC | |
Lose | 1-2 | Waterford FC vs Shamrock Rovers |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 2
- GOALS
- 6:8
- GOALS / MATCH
- 1.2
- Waterford FC has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 6:8, scoring 1.2 goals average
Lose | 4-1 | St. Patrick's Athletic vs Drogheda United | |
Win | 7-0 | Drogheda United vs Sligo Rovers | |
Draw | 1-1 | Shamrock Rovers vs Drogheda United | |
Draw | 2-2 | Drogheda United vs Bohemians FC Dublin | |
Win | 2-0 | Drogheda United vs Waterford FC |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 2
- GOALS
- 13:7
- GOALS / MATCH
- 2.6
- Drogheda United has two wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 13:7, scoring 2.6 goals average
Waterford FC H2H Drogheda United
Away game | Waterford FC | 0 | 2 | Drogheda United | Home game | Premier Division | |
Home game | Waterford FC | 4 | 2 | Drogheda United | Away game | Premier Division | |
Away game | Waterford FC | 4 | 1 | Drogheda United | Home game | Premier Division | |
Home game | Waterford FC | 1 | 0 | Drogheda United | Away game | Premier Division | |
Away game | Waterford FC | 2 | 1 | Drogheda United | Home game | Premier Division |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 4
- GOALS
- 11:6
- GOALS / MATCH
- 2.20
- In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Waterford FC overtook Drogheda United four times
- Waterford FC won four times, lost once
- Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 11:6; average goals per match – 2.20
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