European Football Soccer
European Football Soccer
Clive Hawkswood Balks at Gov Request of Bookies
The government has proposed the creation of a fund that would lead to bookmakers handing over millions of pounds to Sport England for reinvestment in grassroots sport as part of a new voluntary cod
Premier League Must not be Complacent on Match-Fixing
By Rory Smith, The Telegraph
Liverpool v. Man City Odds
Liverpool v. Man City Odds were available at NordicBet.com.
Ireland Could Still be in World Cup Hunt
FIFA insists that a referee's call is final but even the French, at the center of a controversial win the other night, are beginning to lean towards a rematch with Ireland, opening up the possibili
Ireland Economy Will be Hurt by Thierry Henry Handball
The London Sun on Friday reported on how Arsenal ace Thierry Henry's handball that helped France to advance into the 2010 World Cup against Ireland could harm the later country financially.
2010 FIFA World Cup Finalists, Odds Determined
The 2010 FIFA World Cup finalists are now known and their odds posted.
Chelsea v. Manchester Utd. Odds – Betting Preview
Chelsea v. Manchester Utd. Odds had Chelsea as the 1.95 favorite.
Wayne Rooney to Barcelona?
Barcelona wants to make Wayne Rooney the richest footballer according to a report in Sunday's News of the World.
Chelsea v. Man United Betting Odds
In the Premier League the single most important game will be Chelsea v. Man United.
David Meyers of the Guardian warns:
"At first glance, the visitors look decent value at 12/5, as it's not often punters get a chance to back United at those sort of odds. But, their record at Chelsea in all competitions since 1999/2000 is poor: in 11 capital clashes during this period, Fergie has only left victorious once, with Chelsea emerging best on six occasions. Anyone looking to double their money this week won't find a better opportunity than Chelsea at evens."
Liverpool Boots Ladbrokes With Online Sportsbook 188Bet
Asian online sportsbook operator 188Bet has replaced the United Kingdom's largest bookmaker as sponsor for Liverpool FC according to reports.
Arsenal Player Nicklas Bendtner Crashes $270K Aston Martin
Nicklas Bendtner, striker for Premier League's North London Arsenal, wrecked his Aston Martin DBS on the A1 i
Manchester United Good Value With 5/2 Odds
Manchester United sat atop the Premier League leader board following Chelsea's first loss of the season to Wigan Saturday.
Manchester United's odds to win the 2009/2010 Premier League was now at 5/2 at Sportsbetting.com UK. Chelsea was still the favorite to win at 11/10 odds. The team they lost to Saturday, Wigan, was listed with 200/1 odds.
Soccer Betting Really Catching on in the US
Great news for online bookmakers with the upcoming 2010 World Cup: The US soccer fan base is growing, and so too is the amount of betting on key games.
Real Madrid v. DC United Odds
It may just be an exhibition game but Real Madrid v. DC United odds are a hot commodity, at least Stateside where North American bookmakers were reporting some decent betting action.
Cristiano Ronaldo Elephant Thong and a Flop in Bed
According to his ex-girl friend Nereida Gallardo, football ace Cristiano Ronaldo loves wearing a little red thong with an elephant on the front, perhaps a reference to his mammoth sized willy.
Ronaldo Stars in Iranian Film
Brazil's Ronaldo is set to appear in an Iranian film.
From Sports By Brooks:
"The movie, which doesn't yet have a title, is based on the true story of a 13-year-old Palestinian girl who dreamed of meeting Ronaldo when he visited the Middle East on a humanitarian mission in 2005. But she was killed in a political conflict before meeting him.
Champions League Outright Betting Odds
With Real Madrid's summer spending spree including deals for Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka, surely the new wave of Galacticos will be forces to be reckoned with in this year's Champions League?
Chelsea Odds Following Yury Zhirkov Signing
Chelsea odds remain favorable following the confirmed signing of what many consider to be the "Russian Ronaldinho", Yuri Zhirkov.
Prices at Sportingbet.com have Chelsea at 7/1 odds to win the Championship League outright and nearly 3/1 odds to win the next Premiership.
Zhirkov was signed away from CSKA Moscow for a reported £18m.
USA Would Pay Out $10,000 With 2010 World Cup Win
It's never too early to start thinking about betting on the 2010 World Cup, especially when we are in the midst of the FIFA Confederations Cup Finals. The idea that Team USA could actually go on
Spain v. South Africa Confederations Cup Betting Odds
Spain v. South Africa Confederations Cup betting odds were available at BetUS.com for those living in the U.S. and at Sportingbet.com for those outside the States. This game was receiving plenty of action (most of which was going towards Spain) in the U.S.
USA Confederations Cup Payout Odds Would Be Extraordinary
The payout odds should Team USA win Sunday's 2009 Confederations Cup against mighty Brazil would be $600 for every $100 bet at Bookmaker.com
What Time Does the USA vs. Brazil Confederations Cup Start?
Many Gambling911.com readers in the United States have been emailing us asking what time the USA vs. Brazil Confederations Cup start (the air time). The answer is: 2 pm EST airing on ESPN.
USA Beats Spain to Make Confederations Cup Final: Pays $900
The oddsmakers gave Team USA practically zero chance to beat Spain in their Wednesday Confederations Cup semi-final.
Outgoing Liverpool Football Coach to Chair Betting Integrity Panel
A new panel is being put together to ensure current rules are sufficient when it comes to sporting event and they will be put in charge of identifying suspicious betting patterns.
Confederation Cup 2009 Odds To Win
USA football fans will be thrilled to know that their team pays US$2500 for every US$100 bet at
Spain v. USA Odds: Confederation Cup Semi-Final
Spain v. USA odds for the Confederations Cup Semi-Final were available heading into Wednesday night's showdown from Sportingbet.com (non US residents) and SBG Global (US customers welcome).
