KuPS vs Shamrock Rovers
Match events
- 29'J. O'Sullivan
- 59'J. Luyeye-Lutumba (G. Engvall)
- 63'J. Afolabi (Graham Burke)
- 63'J. O'Sullivan (J. Byrne)
- 65'M. Healy
- 69'S. Savolainen (A. Puukko)
- 69'V. R. Gasc (S. Touray)
- 73'R. Lopes
- 75'T. Jyry
- 75'R. Lopes
- 82'A. Greene (M. Noonan)
- 82'D. Watts (A. Brennan)
- 87'B. Magassa
- 88'P. Parzyszek (J. J. Moreno Ciorciari)
- 90+3'E. McGinty
Lineups
- 1.7
- Goals/game
- 1.1
- 1.3
- Conceded/game
- 1.7
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 1-1
Data suggests a closely contested matchup, as reflected in their recent head-to-head where KuPS and Shamrock Rovers drew 1-1. Both teams exhibit vulnerabilities in defense, with KuPS conceding slightly more than they score on average, while Shamrock Rovers’ recent form has seen them struggle defensively, losing four of their last five matches. The numbers favor a draw, but KuPS may have the edge based on their recent unbeaten streak against Shamrock.
- KuPS unbeaten in last 5 matches against Shamrock Rovers
- Shamrock Rovers have lost 4 of their last 5 matches
- KuPS averages 1.7 goals scored per game in last 10 matches
- Shamrock Rovers averages 1.1 goals scored but concedes 1.7 goals per game
Confidence is moderate because the probability gap between outcomes is moderate, and the bookmaker market agrees closely with this read, and some historical data (form, H2H or standings) is still incomplete.
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Why AI favors KuPS
- Sharper attackKuPS
KuPS are averaging 1.7 goals scored per game over their recent matches.
1.7/game - Poor recent formShamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers have lost 3 of their last 5 matches.
1W 1D 3L - Tighter defenseKuPS
KuPS are conceding just 1.3 goals per game over their recent matches.
1.3/game conceded
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
What could change the prediction
- AI and market are closely aligned
The bookmaker market and our model currently see this match almost identically, which limits how differentiated this pick is.
How did our prediction do?
We picked KuPS at 46% — final result was KuPS win, KuPS 1-0 Shamrock Rovers.
Predicted score was 1-1.
The model itself only flagged this as a moderate confidence pick (67/100) — a closer call that happened to land right.
Closing odds vs. our model
Last tracked odds before kickoff, compared against our AI's pre-match probability for the same outcome.
Match trends
- KuPS have averaged 1.7 goals scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Shamrock Rovers have averaged 1.1 goals scored per game over their last 10 matches.
Head-to-head
Last 1 meetings
Odds comparison
Match winner
Total goals (2.5 line)
Both teams to score
Double chance
Clean sheet
Average and best price across 13 bookmakers we track. Odds change continuously — shown for reference only, not a recommendation.
Match winner — odds movement
Model vs market
"Market" is the average bookmaker price converted to an implied probability with the bookmaker's built-in margin removed, for a fair comparison against the AI's own probability estimate.
Pre-match comparison
Rolling averages based on each team's last 10 and 10 finished matches; clean sheets/failed-to-score are full-season totals.
When do they score?
KuPS
Shamrock Rovers
Frequently asked questions
Who is likely to win KuPS vs Shamrock Rovers?+
Our AI model favors KuPS to win, with a 46% probability (Draw 29%, Shamrock Rovers 25%).
What time does KuPS vs Shamrock Rovers kick off?+
Kickoff is at Aug 27, 2026, 3:00 PM (your local time, based on your device).