Kerry vs Cork City Prediction

19:45 16 Oct 2026
Home3.42
Draw3.62
Away1.86
Prediction: Away & Over 2.5
Odds: 2.92
Correct Score Prediction: 2:4
Stake: 6

Kerry Last Games

In the last 10 games Kerry has won 5 times, they have lost 4 times, and it has ended in a draw 1 time.

Win 5Draw 1Lose 4

Cork City Last Games

In the last 10 games Cork City has won 5 times, they have lost 3 times, and it has ended in a draw 2 times.

Win 5Draw 2Lose 3

Kerry Over 2.5 Goals

In Kerry last 10 games there have been over 2.5 goals 5 matches and under 2.5 goals in the other 5 matches.

Over 50%Under 50%
Over
Under

Cork City Over 2.5 Goals

In Cork City last 10 games there have been over 2.5 goals 7 matches and under 2.5 goals in the other 3 matches.

Over 70%Under 30%
Over
Under

Kerry

Kerry score 11 goals in the last 10 games. Kerry has managed to score an average of 1.1 goals per match. Kerry has also conceded 14 goals in the same period. This gives us an average of 1.4 conceded goals per match.

Scored 11 goalsConceded 14 goals
Scored
11
Conceded
14

Cork City

Cork City score 22 goals in the last 10 games. Cork City has managed to score an average of 2.2 goals per match. Cork City has also conceded 14 goals in the same period. This gives us an average of 1.4 conceded goals per match.

Scored 22 goalsConceded 14 goals
Scored
22
Conceded
14

Kerry Home Results

In the last 10 home games Kerry has won 6 times, they have lost 1 time, and it has ended in a draw 3 times.

Win 6Draw 3Lose 1

Cork City Away Results

In the last 10 away games Cork City has won 4 times, they have lost 4 times, and it has ended in a draw 2 times.

Win 4Draw 2Lose 4

H2H

Date Match League Result
07.08.26 Cork City vs Kerry First Division 3 - 1
04.05.26 Kerry vs Cork City First Division 1 - 0
06.04.26 Cork City vs Kerry First Division 4 - 2
04.02.26 Cork City vs Kerry Friendlies Clubs 4 - 1
13.09.24 Kerry vs Cork City First Division 1 - 4
26.07.24 Cork City vs Kerry First Division 2 - 0
03.05.24 Kerry vs Cork City First Division 0 - 1
16.02.24 Cork City vs Kerry First Division 2 - 0

Kerry Last Results

Date Match League Result
09.10.26Cobh Ramblers vs Kerry First Division 0 : 2
02.10.26Finn Harps vs Kerry First Division 1 : 2
25.09.26Kerry vs Wexford First Division 1 : 0
18.09.26Athlone Town vs Kerry First Division 3 : 0
11.09.26Kerry vs Bray Wanderers First Division 0 : 1

Cork City Last Results

Date Match League Result
09.10.26Cork City vs Finn Harps First Division 2 : 0
02.10.26Athlone Town vs Cork City First Division 2 : 1
26.09.26Longford Town vs Cork City First Division 2 : 1
18.09.26Cork City vs UCD First Division 5 : 1
11.09.26Cork City vs Cobh Ramblers First Division 2 : 3

First Division Table

#TeamMPWDLGOALSPT
1 Cork City 35 23 5 7 73:34 74
2 Bray Wanderers 35 15 9 11 67:51 54
3 UCD 35 15 8 12 62:49 53
4 Kerry 35 14 9 12 44:40 51
5 Longford Town 35 13 10 12 48:46 49
6 Cobh Ramblers 35 14 7 14 46:52 49
7 Athlone Town 35 13 9 13 42:42 48
8 Wexford 35 11 9 15 42:53 42
9 Treaty United 35 10 9 16 35:53 39
10 Finn Harps 35 6 7 22 31:70 25

 

Kerry vs Cork City Prediction Analysis

The Kerry vs Cork City prediction for 16 Oct 2026 is based on recent form, scoring trends, defensive numbers, home and away results, available odds and the wider context of the Ireland First Division fixture. This page brings together the main match details in one place so users can compare the expected score, betting tip and team statistics before the game starts.

When analysing this fixture, recent performance is one of the most important indicators. The form of Kerry and Cork City helps show how consistent both teams have been, how often they score, how often they concede, and whether their recent results support the prediction shown on this page.

Home and away performance also plays an important role in this match preview. Kerry will try to use the advantage of the fixture conditions, while Cork City will look for ways to stay organised, control key moments and create scoring chances. These details are especially relevant when comparing the expected score with the odds available before kick-off.

The goal statistics on this page can help users understand whether the match is more likely to be open or balanced. Scoring averages, goals conceded, over 2.5 goals trends and both teams attacking patterns all provide useful context. A team with strong attacking numbers may still face problems if its defensive record is poor, while a disciplined defensive side can make a fixture harder to predict.

H2H information and league table data, when available, add another layer to the analysis. Previous meetings between Kerry and Cork City can reveal recurring patterns, but they should always be read together with current form, squad situation, motivation and the competitive position of both teams in Ireland First Division.

The prediction shown above should not be treated as a guaranteed outcome. Football predictions are built from probabilities, not certainty. The aim is to provide a clear and useful match analysis that explains why one result, scoreline or betting angle may have more value than another based on the available data.

For this Ireland First Division match, the most relevant factors are team consistency, recent attacking output, goals conceded, home and away performance, odds movement and the way both teams have performed in comparable fixtures. By combining these elements, users can get a more complete view of the Kerry vs Cork City prediction before making their own final judgement.