Shamrock Rovers took control early with two goals in the first 36 minutes to beat FC Ararat-Armenia 2-1 in the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round. The Irish side built a commanding lead and then withstood a second-half fightback from the Armenian visitors.
On aggregate FC Ararat-Armenia advances · 2:3
Shamrock Rovers 2:1 FC Ararat-Armenia — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half2 - 0
Second half0 - 1
- 50(Foul)
- 58(Foul)
- 73
- 81(Foul)
- 82(Foul)
- 90 + 4
Questions & Answers
Who will win, Shamrock Rovers vs FC Ararat-Armenia?
CheckLive's model makes Shamrock Rovers the favourite, with a 62% win probability.
What is the predicted score?
CheckLive's model projects Shamrock Rovers 1:0 FC Ararat-Armenia.
When is Shamrock Rovers vs FC Ararat-Armenia?
Kick-off Tuesday 28 July at 20:00 UK time, in the UEFA Champions League, Qualification Round 2.
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Head to Head meetings
Shamrock Rovers – FC Ararat-Armenia
Shamrock Rovers
FC Ararat-Armenia
- 1
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  1 | 1  |
Scored goals | 2 | 3 |
Average per game | 1 | 1.5 |
The biggest victory | 2-1 | 0-2 |
Shamrock Rovers
- 5Matches
- 8Goals
- 1.6Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 0Draws
- 2Losses
FC Ararat-Armenia
- 5Matches
- 10Goals
- 2Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
Best statistical picks
Shamrock Rovers – FC Ararat-Armenia
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Under 2.5
FC Ararat-Armenia opened the score in 5 of the last 6 matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
AICheckLive AI Bot
Model verdict, form, head-to-head and live pressure for this match. Ask anything in Telegram.
Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.65 | 3.80 | 4.75 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Shamrock Rovers
Shamrock Rovers lost the first leg 2-0 at home and must win by two clear goals to force extra time. Despite that setback, CheckLive's model gives them a 62% win probability thanks to superior form and mental edge. It could be close, but the hosts hold the slight advantage.
Home win — Shamrock Rovers1.65
High confidence62%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
59
56.3
CheckSkill
55.8
54
CheckMental
75.4
71.2
CheckLive total66.6 vs 58.3+8.3Shamrock Rovers: 60.8 + 5.8 for home advantage = 66.6
More match signals
Under 2.572%1.95
Both teams to score — No68%1.83
Shamrock Rovers (DNB)67%1.25
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is favored to win the match?
Shamrock Rovers are slightly favored with a 62% probability from the model, but the tie is finely balanced after the 2-0 defeat.
Which team has better recent form?
Shamrock Rovers have won three of their last five home games, while Ararat-Armenia have two wins in five away matches, giving the hosts a slight edge.
Will both teams score?
Both teams to score is possible, but the model leans toward under 2.5 total goals given the tight nature of the tie.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.65 | 3.80 | 4.75 |