Shelbourne vs Kalju Nomme

UEFA Europa Conference League2nd Qualifying Round
Ref: K. SzabolcsTolka Park, Dublin · 9,681 cap
Fipster Pick
Home WinlowHit
Qualifying — two-legged tieLeg 1 of 2
Aggregate:
Kalju Nomme 4 6 Shelbourne
Advances:
Shelbourne

Match recap

Shelbourne beat Kalju Nomme 5–2 in their UEFA Europa Conference League fixture.

Fipster’s pre-match call

Predicted

4-3 Shelbourne win

Actual

5–2

✓ Called it

Outcome probability

Shelbourne 35%Draw 33%Kalju Nomme 32%

Shelbourne and Kalju Nomme are set for a cracker of a match in the 2nd Qualifying Round of competition 848. Both sides have shown they can find the net, promising an entertaining contest with plenty of goals.

Match factors

Statistical Edgehigh

Shelbourne's attacking trio in strong recent form

Kelly, Freitas, and Moore have combined for 7 goals in last 4 games, exceeding positional averages

Tactical Advantagehigh

Evan Caffrey's creative influence at home

Caffrey's 3 assists in last 4 games and strong home assist rate give Shelbourne a key playmaker edge

Form Momentummedium

Sean Moore's unusual scoring streak for a defender

Moore has scored 3 goals in last 4 games, a rare scoring run for a defender boosting Shelbourne's attack

Injury Impacthigh

No confirmed injuries for Shelbourne or Kalju Nomme

Both teams have full squads available, so predicted lineups likely to feature top scorers and assisters

The context

Shelbourne have played four matches in this competition so far, with a mixed bag of results: one win, one draw, and two losses, scoring and conceding nine goals each. Kalju Nomme have a slightly better record with two wins, one draw, and one loss, netting seven and conceding eight. Their previous head-to-head meeting saw Shelbourne come out on top, adding a bit of spice to this fixture.

Analysis

Shelbourne's attacking trio of Daniel Kelly, R. Freitas, and Sean Moore have been in fine form recently, combining for seven goals in their last four games. Midfielder Evan Caffrey has been the creative spark at home, providing three assists in the same period. Moore's unusual scoring streak for a defender adds an extra threat. Kalju Nomme, meanwhile, have shown resilience but will need to tighten up defensively to keep up with Shelbourne's firepower.

Key facts

  1. 1.Shelbourne have played 4 matches in this competition (W1 D1 L2, GF 9 / GA 9)
  2. 2.Kalju Nomme have played 4 matches in this competition (W2 D1 L1, GF 7 / GA 8)
  3. 3.Shelbourne won the only previous head-to-head meeting against Kalju Nomme
  4. 4.Shelbourne's Daniel Kelly has scored 2 goals in the last 4 games
  5. 5.Evan Caffrey has provided 3 assists in the last 4 games for Shelbourne
  6. 6.Sean Moore, a defender, has scored 3 goals in the last 4 games
  7. 7.No confirmed injuries for either team ahead of this fixture

Prediction

Expect a nail-biting encounter with Shelbourne narrowly prevailing 4-3. The home side's attacking momentum and creative edge should just about see them through in what promises to be a thrilling, high-scoring affair.

Player Insights

Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists

Home — Shelbourne

Daniel Kelly

Daniel Kelly

Midfielder

Shelbourne

Total Goals
1
League avg: 0.16
2 played
2 starts
179 mins
~90 mins/game
R. Freitas

R. Freitas

Attacker

Shelbourne

Total Goals
1
League avg: 0.16
2 played
1 starts
88 mins
~44 mins/game
Sean Moore

Sean Moore

Defender

Shelbourne

Total Goals
1
League avg: 0.16
2 played
1 starts
82 mins
~41 mins/game

Away — Kalju Nomme

No standout top scorers flagged for Kalju Nomme

The verdict

This clash is shaping up to be a goal fest with both teams eager to impress. Shelbourne's recent form and attacking depth give them the slight upper hand, but Kalju Nomme won't make it easy. Fans should brace themselves for an entertaining spectacle.

Prediction generated 13 Oct 2026, 10:23 UTC · Fipster Model v1.163

Prediction Q&A

Who did Fipster predict to win Shelbourne vs Kalju Nomme?
Fipster's AI model predicted Shelbourne to win against Kalju Nomme.
What score did Fipster predict for Shelbourne vs Kalju Nomme?
Fipster predicted a final score of Shelbourne 4–3 Kalju Nomme.
What were the win probabilities for Shelbourne vs Kalju Nomme?
Fipster's model gave Shelbourne a 35% chance of winning, Kalju Nomme a 32% chance, and a 33% chance of a draw.
How confident was Fipster in this prediction?
Fipster's model assigned this prediction 35% confidence — a low-confidence call.