Expert League of Ireland predictions and football betting tips from Johnny Ward

Free Football tips, best bets and analysis for Monday's matches in the League of Ireland.

Best bets

Dundalk
7.45pm Monday
2pts 4-5 Betfred, BoyleSports

St Patrick's draw no bet
7.45pm Monday
2pts Evs general

Preview

Dundalk should get their first victory of the season on Monday when they host Finn Harps in the Premier Division.

While they are ropey defensively, it was no mean achievement for Stephen O’Donnell's men to score four goals in their opening two games against Derry and Bohemians.

Steven Bradley's loan move from Hibernian looks inspired and they should dominate against Harps, who are difficult to judge.

St Patrick's were a strong fancy against Sligo on Friday and should bounce back from that shock loss when they visit Bohemians, who are bereft of defensive options beyond their back four.

Saints will bring a big crowd to Dalymount and it's hard to envisage them not scoring. They should earn at least a point.

Derry City host Sligo in a tough fixture after their heroics against Shamrock Rovers. Both City and Shelbourne, away to UCD, have understandably contracted in price.

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