Irish Premier Division Betting & Odds at NetBet Sport

Welcome to the world of the Republic of Ireland Men’s Premier Division, a place where football bettors can gather and enjoy some fine sporting action. Founded in 1985, it is the highest form of professional football in Ireland, and this domestic division always delivers bags of entertainment, as well as plenty of opportunities for well-thought-out wagers.

The Irish Premier Division ranks as one of the most popular and watched sporting competitions on the Emerald Isle, alongside GAA, the English Premier League, the Six Nations and all the exciting yearly horse racing meets.

Here at NetBet, we provide the perfect sports betting platform for all fans of the Irish Premier Division, from newcomers to those who have soaking up the atmosphere for decades. With a wide range of markets, eye-catching odds and exciting features - including real-time animations and a plethora of statistical information - there is never a dull moment on our easy-to-navigate sportsbook.

And as an official shirt sponsor of Shamrock Rovers, NetBet’s presence in the Irish Premier Division really is on an upward trajectory.

How does the Irish Premier Division work?

The Irish Premier Division season, which runs from mid-February to late October/early November, follows a pretty simple format. It is contested between 10 teams, with each club playing every other club four times - twice at home and twice away. The team with the most points accumulated from the 108 available come the end of the season is crowned the champion.

Who are the Most Successful Clubs in the Irish Premier Division?

As previously mentioned, NetBet are a proud shirt sponsor of Shamrock Rovers, the most successful club in Irish Premier Division history with 10 titles.

Dundalk (8), Shelbourne (7), St Patrick’s Athletic (5), Bohemians (4), Cork City (3), Derry City (2), Sligo Rovers (1) and Drogheda United (1) are the other teams to have lifted the trophy in the Premier Division era.

Popular Irish Premier Division Match Betting Markets

Match Result: Select whether the Irish Premier Division match will finish as a home win (1), away win (2) or draw (x).

Goalscorer: Predict whether a player will score in a match. Variations in this market include first goalscorer, last goalscorer and anytime goalscorer.

Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Select yes or no as to whether both teams will score in the Irish Premier Division game. Like Match Result, this is a very popular market to use in accumulator bets.

Correct Score: Predict the correct score in a match (e.g. 1-0, 2-1, 1-3). Given the difficulty level in this market, the Irish Premier Division odds on offer are fairly high.

Outright Betting on the Irish Premier Division

Throughout the year, NetBet runs an outright market for the winner of the Irish Premier Division. Of course, the odds adjust according to real-time data, with sudden fluctuations commonplace during an active season.

Live Irish Premier Division Betting

Like all major football competitions, including the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, in-play betting options are available for every single Irish Premier Division match.

Live betting adds an extra layer of excitement to NetBet’s online experience, allowing attentive bettors and avid fans to quickly capitalise on in-game events with real-time odds and markets.

FAQs

Can I use NetBet’s Bet Builder feature on Irish Premier Division matches?

Yes, NetBet’s Bet Builder feature is available for all games. Once the Bet Builder tab is activated on the match page, you can combine multiple selections into one handy bet with increased Irish Premier Division odds.

Are teams stronger at home in the Irish Premier Division?

As is the case with most football leagues, teams in the Irish Premier Division often perform far better in front of their own fans. Home advantage is influenced by a number of factors including pitch dimensions and atmosphere, which contribute to momentum swings. The top teams are also usually formidable on home soil, so make sure you factor these variables into your betting strategy.

In the Irish Premier Division, are matches famed for being high scoring?

Recent seasons in the Irish Premier Division have seen between 2.3 and 2.7 goals scored per match. It is not overly high, but not ridiculously low either, somewhere in the middle. As such, BTTS and over/under goals are great markets to pursue."