Waterford FC have secured an 8th place finish in the League of Ireland Premier Division for the season. The Blues ended their 29-match campaign with 32 points, according to data from forzafootball.com.
Their final record stood at 7 wins, 11 draws, and 11 losses. They scored 39 goals while conceding 48, resulting in a -9 goal difference. This placed them comfortably in the middle of the ten-team table, 24 points behind champions Shamrock Rovers but clear of the relegation battle.
How did the final Premier Division table look?
Shamrock Rovers claimed the title with 56 points, securing UEFA Champions League qualification. Saint Patrick's Athletic and Bohemian FC both finished on 50 points, with Saint Pat's taking second place and the final European spot on goal difference. Dundalk ended the season in fourth with 40 points.
Shelbourne finished fifth on 36 points, while Derry City and Galway United were tied on 34 points, with Derry taking sixth on goal difference. Waterford's 32 points secured eighth. Drogheda United finished ninth with 28 points, and Sligo Rovers were relegated after collecting just 23 points. The full league standings are available on our standings page.
What has been Waterford's recent form?
The club's current form shows a significant improvement. As of September 9, 2026, Waterford are on a four-game winning run. Their recent sequence reads WDWWD, translating to four wins and one draw from their last five outings.
This strong finish was capped by a 3-0 home victory over Sligo Rovers on September 4. That result contributed to their overall tally of 32 points from 7 wins, 11 draws, and 11 losses. They have scored 39 goals this season while conceding 48.
What is next for Waterford FC?
Attention now turns to the next fixture. Waterford host Dundalk at home on September 11. Dundalk finished the season in fourth place, making this a tough test for the Blues.
Manager Keith Long will be looking to maintain the positive momentum from the end of the season. The squad's recent performances suggest a solid foundation for the next campaign. Fans can check the full schedule on our fixtures page.
How does this season compare to expectations?
An 8th place finish represents a stable season for Waterford. They were never seriously threatened by relegation, finishing four points clear of Drogheda United in ninth. However, they also finished eight points adrift of the European qualification places occupied by Derry City and Galway United.
The team's resilience was evident in their 11 draws, the joint-highest in the division alongside Shelbourne. Finding a way to turn some of those draws into wins will be a key objective for next season. The club's current squad details and player statistics can be reviewed on our squad and stats pages.
Waterford's next match is at home against Dundalk on September 11, 2026.
