St Patrick's Athletic hold a clear head-to-head advantage over Waterford in recent League of Ireland Premier Division fixtures. Statistics compiled by Google show the Saints have won three of the last five meetings between the sides, with Waterford taking two victories and no matches ending in a draw. This data provides context for a rivalry that has seen several key results over the past two seasons, including a 2-0 win for St Patrick's Athletic on July 10, 2026.
What is the recent head-to-head record?
The statistical report from Google outlines the last five results. St Patrick's Athletic secured victories on July 10, 2026 (2-0), March 20, 2026, and August 3, 2025. Waterford's wins came on May 8, 2026 and October 24, 2025. This run of form underscores a competitive dynamic where home advantage or specific tactical setups have proven decisive. The absence of any drawn games in this sample points to a fixture where one team typically finds a way to secure all three points.
How have both teams performed this season?
St Patrick's Athletic enter this analysis in strong form. The Saints are currently second in the Premier Division with 50 points from 28 games, boasting a record of 14 wins, 8 draws, and 6 losses. Their goal difference of +22, built on 45 goals scored and 23 conceded, is among the best in the league. Most impressively, the team is on a five-game winning streak, with their most recent result a 2-0 away victory over Drogheda United on August 21. They sit just four points behind leaders Shamrock Rovers in a tight title race.
Both clubs' recent schedules show parallel paths through Matchdays 24 to 28 of the 2026 season. They faced each other on July 10 (Matchday 24) and then played subsequent rounds against other opponents, with St Patrick's Athletic facing fixtures on July 24, August 2, August 9, and August 21. Waterford's calendar mirrored this with games on July 25, August 2, August 9, and August 21. This shared timeline makes the direct comparison of their results particularly relevant for assessing form.
What does this mean for the Saints' campaign?
The positive head-to-head record against Waterford is one part of a broader successful pattern for St Patrick's Athletic. Their current league standing and formidable recent form, highlighted by that perfect five-win run, demonstrate a team hitting its stride at a vital time. The next challenge is a significant one, a home fixture against third-placed Bohemians on September 5. You can track the build-up to that match and the rest of the season's schedule on our dedicated fixtures page.
Maintaining this momentum will be essential to close the four-point gap to Shamrock Rovers. The team's defensive solidity, conceding only 23 goals, has provided a platform for their attacking players to thrive. Fans can examine the detailed numbers behind this campaign, including individual player contributions, on our comprehensive stats section. The clash with Bohemians represents another key test in a season where every point is critical, and the Saints will look to their strong historical footing against certain opponents as a psychological boost.
