LOI TV Commentator Kieran Burke has put up a Friday night double in the League of Ireland.
Friday’s LOI Premier Division Double
- Waterford FC double chance (v Bohemians)
- Shamrock Rovers to win (v Galway United)
- Odds: 3.28/1
Bohemians v Waterford FC, Fri, 19:45, LOI TV
It’s a rerun of last Friday’s FAI Cup semi-final, with Waterford seeking back-to-back wins at Dalymount Park. The Blues survived a first-half onslaught to eventually emerge 2-0 winners thanks to goals from Noah Mawene and hotshot Tommy Lonergan.
That Blues front two of Podge Amond and Tommy Lonergan is without doubt the best in the country, and as long as they’re fit and firing, Waterford will believe they can beat anyone.
Bohemians went into last week’s game still believing a league and cup double was possible; following Monday’s Dublin Derby defeat against Shamrock Rovers, their season is now DEAD.
With Alan Reynolds coming under scrutiny for his selections last week, Dalymount Park could soon become a difficult place to play again for those players in red and black. Waterford still needs points to escape the prospect of a relegation play-off, so don’t be surprised if they can again come away from the capital with something to show for their efforts.
BEST BET: Waterford double chance (29/20)
Galway v Shamrock Rovers, Fri, 19:45, LOI TV
Shamrock Rovers now have one hand on the title following Monday’s dramatic Dublin Derby win against Bohemians, and with their final three games coming against teams in the bottom half, it would take a huge collapse to stop Stephen Bradley’s men from claiming yet another championship.
Galway United failed to turn up in Saturday’s FAI Cup semi-final at home to Derry City and must now focus on ensuring they keep their top-flight status. United are a hard-working and physical side, as they showed in an improved second-half display against Derry, but they lack the quality to trouble the top sides.
The Tribesmen hold a rotten record in this fixture and at a shade of odds on, Rovers look good value for this trip to the west.
BEST BET: Shamrock Rovers (3/4)
LOI Tips
- Waterford FC double chance (v Bohemians)
- Shamrock Rovers to win (v Galway United)
- Odds: 3.28/1
League of Ireland Lowdown
Shamrock Rovers now have one hand on the title following Monday’s dramatic Dublin Derby victory against Bohemians. As for the Gypsies, questions are being asked of Alan Reynolds’ team selections after Bohs season came crashing down in the space of four days. 18+, gamblingcare.ie
