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Southampton beat Norwich on Wednesday night by a single goal which is all we needed for another winner.
Bet 4 – Bohemians vs Waterford United – Friday 16th at 19:45
Bohemians welcome Waterford United on Friday, 16 October, with kick-off scheduled for 19:45 in the Irish Premier Division. The hosts have been one of the most reliable sides for goals at home this season, while Waterford's defensive record on the road strengthens the case for at least two goals.
Bohemians have seen Over 1.5 goals in 14 of their 15 home league matches, a success rate of 93.3%. They have also scored in every home fixture, showing a level of attacking consistency which makes them particularly attractive for this market.
Their recent home record supports the selection, with each of their last four matches producing at least two goals. This is part of a wider pattern across the season rather than a short run of high-scoring fixtures.
Waterford's away performances provide further encouragement. They have conceded an average of 2.20 goals per game on their travels, while 12 of their 15 away league matches have finished with Over 1.5 goals, representing an 80% success rate.
Defensively, Waterford have struggled to contain opponents away from home. Their goals conceded average suggests Bohemians have a strong opportunity to contribute significantly to the match total.
Across the two teams' relevant home and away records, 26 of 30 fixtures have produced at least two goals, a combined rate of 86.7%. This provides a substantial sample supporting the selection.
There is also evidence of goals at both ends. Bohemians have seen both teams score in 12 of their 15 home matches, while Waterford have recorded the same outcome in nine of their 15 away fixtures.
Waterford have seen Over 1.5 goals in each of their last four league matches overall, although only two of their last four away games have cleared this line. That is the main reservation, but their wider away record remains favourable.
Bohemians' consistent home scoring, combined with Waterford's defensive difficulties and the strong seasonal goals records of both sides, makes Over 1.5 match goals the preferred selection.
- Bet: Over 1.5 match goals
- Odds: 1/7
- Bank: 16.97 units returns 19.35
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