League of Ireland 2025: Domestic Betting Opportunities

Declan turns his attention to the League of Ireland and identifies betting value in domestic football.

League of Ireland Betting Guide

Don't sleep on our domestic league—it offers genuine betting value if you know where to look.

Why Bet on LOI?

• Less scrutinized by bookmakers
• Local knowledge = edge
• Higher variance = bigger prices
• Friday night entertainment

2025 Title Race

Shamrock Rovers (6/5): Four-in-a-row attempt Shelbourne (7/2): Serious challengers Derry City (5/1): The dark horses Dundalk (10/1): Rebuilding but dangerous

Where the Value Lies

Match betting: - Home advantage huge in LOI - Weather impacts more than Premier League - Cup motivation varies wildly

Goal markets: - Over 2.5 goals hits regularly - BTTS popular and profitable - First goalscorer markets juicy

Insider Tips

• Check team news on local radio
• Friday night lineups often leaked by 5pm
• Some teams rotate heavily midweek
• Artificial pitch advantage (Rovers, UCD)

My Each-Way Title Bet

Shelbourne at 7/2 each-way. The Reds mean business this year.

Support Your Local League

Every bet on LOI helps Irish football grow. We owe it to the game to engage with our domestic scene.