Cork City vs Athlone

Tip WON Cork City 4-1 Athlone
🏆 Ireland Division 1 📅 Friday, 27th March 2026
C
Cork City
W W D W W
4-1
VS
A
Athlone
L W L D W
Expert Prediction
1
Backing Cork City to win in this fixture.
Odds
1.30
decimal
Confidence
62%
Solid Pick
H 50%D 30%A 20%
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⚔ Head to Head
6
Cork City
1
Draws
3
Athlone
Supports Cork City won 6 of the last 10 meetings (1 draws).
📊 Team Statistics
Cork City Athlone
1.9 Goals / Game 1.3
0.6 Conceded / Game 1.6
40% Clean Sheets 20%
8-2-0 W-D-L 3-3-4
Win Rate Comparison
80% 30%
📈 Form Ratings
Cork City
Overall
8.6
Scoring
6.3
Defence
8.0
Athlone
Overall
3.9
Scoring
4.3
Defence
4.7
🔀 Combination Markets
Result & BTTS
Home Win & BTTS Yes 38%
Home Win & BTTS No 21%
Draw & BTTS Yes 12%
Draw & BTTS No 7%
Away Win & BTTS Yes 14%
Away Win & BTTS No 8%
Result & Goals
Home Win & Over 2.5 30%
Home Win & Under 2.5 30%
Draw & Over 2.5 10%
Draw & Under 2.5 10%
Away Win & Over 2.5 11%
Away Win & Under 2.5 11%
📜 Match History
Head to Head
11.10.24
DIV: Athlone Town
4
Cork City
1
09.08.24
DIV: Cork City
0
Athlone Town
0
31.05.24
DIV: Athlone Town
1
Cork City
0
29.03.24
DIV: Cork City
1
Athlone Town
0
14.10.22
DIV: Athlone Town
3
Cork City
2
05.08.22
DIV: Cork City
6
Athlone Town
1
06.05.22
DIV: Athlone Town
1
Cork City
2
25.03.22
DIV: Cork City
4
Athlone Town
1
03.09.21
DIV: Cork City
3
Athlone Town
1
18.06.21
DIV: Athlone Town
0
Cork City
2
Recent Results
Cork City
20.03.26
DIV: UC Dublin
0
Cork City
1
W
13.03.26
DIV: Cork City
2
Longford
1
W
06.03.26
DIV: Cobh Ramblers
1
Cork City
1
D
27.02.26
DIV: Cork City
1
Bray
0
W
20.02.26
DIV: Wexford
1
Cork City
4
W
13.02.26
DIV: Cork City
1
Treaty United
0
W
04.02.26
CF: Cork City
4
Kerry
1
W
29.01.26
CF: Cork City
3
Galway
1
W
23.01.26
CF: St. Patricks
1
Cork City
1
D
14.01.26
CF: Cork City
1
Waterford
0
W
Athlone
20.03.26
DIV: Treaty United
2
Athlone Town
0
L
13.03.26
DIV: Athlone Town
2
Cobh Ramblers
0
W
06.03.26
DIV: Bray Wanderers
2
Athlone Town
1
L
27.02.26
DIV: Athlone Town
2
Wexford
2
D
20.02.26
DIV: Kerry FC
0
Athlone Town
1
W
13.02.26
DIV: Athlone Town
2
Finn Harps
1
W
16.01.26
CF: Bohemians
4
Athlone Town
1
L
17.10.25
DIV: Athlone Town
1
Longford
2
L
10.10.25
DIV: UC Dublin
2
Athlone Town
2
D
03.10.25
DIV: Athlone Town
1
Dundalk
1
D
📝 Tactical Analysis

On Friday, 27th March 2026, Cork City host Athlone in Ireland Division 1. Our analysis points to Cork City to win as the standout bet.

Cork City come into this in strong form, with 8W 2D 0L from 10 matches.

Athlone are struggling away — 3W 3D 4L in 10 games.

H2H: Cork City won 6 of 10 meetings vs Athlone's 3, 1 draws. BTTS in 60%.

With all factors considered, cork city to win at 1.30 represents the strongest value angle here.


Uncovering genuine value in today’s betting landscape means heavily relying on the metrics, and this impending Ireland Division 1 fixture offers exactly that for sharp bettors. Stripping away team bias and looking purely at the data is paramount. The hosts’ current trajectory is our first focal point.

Their form guide establishes the baseline odds, but savvy analysts look deeper. By dissecting their recent matches, a stark picture of their offensive capabilities and defensive frailties emerges. Meanwhile, the visiting contingent carries its own statistical weight.

We must contrast their broader form guide with the immediate urgency seen in their most recent games to see if the market has mispriced them. Past encounters cannot be ignored either. A dive into the previous meetings frequently unearths psychological advantages or tactical flaws overlooked by standard models.

Combining these historical patterns with fresh form data guides us to a precise likelihood. Integrating all these factors reveals the smartest play available. Our primary tip which is 1 represents the highest value, especially when factoring in the current @1.30 odds.

Once the fixture kicks off, our pre-match work is done. Ultimately, the final score after the blast of the referee’s whistle will act as the judge of our statistical read. Do well to leverage other daily prediction options we make available on this website and enhance your chances of coming out tops against the bookmakers.

❓ FAQ
What is the best betting tip for Cork City vs Athlone?
Our pick is 1 — Cork City to win at odds of ~1.30. Our prediction engine gives this a 62% confidence rating.
How has Cork City performed in their recent matches?
Cork City heads into this fixture with a record of 8W 2D 0L from their last 10 games.
What is the recent form of Athlone?
Athlone has recorded 3W 3D 4L across their last 10 matches.
What is the Head-to-Head (H2H) record between Cork City and Athlone?
In their last 10 meetings, Cork City has won 6 times, Athlone has won 3 times, and there have been 1 draws.
Are we expecting a high-scoring match (Over/Under 2.5 Goals)?
Recent matches involving these teams average 2.7 goals per game. Furthermore, BTTS has landed in 60% of their previous H2H encounters.