Outrage Over Sportsbet Giant Jesus Hot Air Balloon Ahead of World Cup

Australia’s Sportsbet has come under fire for unveiling a giant Jesus hot-air balloon, a replica of Brazil’s famous landmark.

This Jesus represents gambling on the 2014 FIFA World Cup and critics have protested the link between such activity and religion.

Likewise the Victorian Government has condemned the Sportsbet advertisement that promotes the nation’s Socceroos.

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PPH World Cup Betting -- Brazil, FIFA Hoping to Avoid Embarrassment

The FIFA World Cup begins on Thursday, as host nation Brazil tackles Croatia. The Brazilians are -350 favorites for all the PPH sportsbook bettors at WagerHome.com, with Croatia priced at +900 (the draw is +380). It's a nice "tune-up" for the rest of the tourney for the team that is listed as the +210 overall favorite in World Cup futures betting. 

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Brazil vs. Croatia Betting Odds – 2014 World Cup

Gambling911.com has your Brazil vs. Croatia betting odds for their 2014 World Cup matchup.  BetDSI.com is offering dozens of betting options on this year’s World Cup with all new customers qualifying to receive up to $2500 in FREE CASH.

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Best Odds on Brazil to Win the 2014 Soccer World Cup

Brazil is the odds-on favorite to win the 2014 Soccer World Cup, however, the price varied from book to book.  Gambling911.com has scoured the Internet to find the very best prices available for Brazil to win this year’s FIFA World Cup.

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Where Can I Bet the 2014 World Cup Online From the US?

You can bet the 2014 World Cup online from the US at Sportsbook.ag, however, that popular online betting site does not take wagers from all states.

Prohibited states include Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, New York, Utah and Washington as well as the District of Columbia.  New Jersey residents are also subject to denial of service.

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Germany World Cup 2014 Odds May Get Longer With Marco Reus Out

Germany was among the favorites to win the 2014 FIFA World Cup but that could all change with Marco Reus now ruled out for the big event.

Reus suffered a partially torn ligament in his ankle while take a tackle during a friendly between Germany and Armenia Friday. 

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2014 FIFA World Cup Stage of Elimination Odds

2014 FIFA World Cup Soccer Stage of Elimination odds were being offered by AceSportsbook.com, which has impressed us with their rather extensive menu of World Cup betting options.

Each participating nation is provided with odds for the six stages including an outright win.  These include the Group Stage, Last 16, Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, Runner-Up and the big win.

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FIFA World Cup 2014 Top Goal Scorer Betting Odds: Lionel Messi Favored

Sportsbook.com had all your FIFA World Cup 2014 Top Goal Scorer betting odds with Lionel Messi of Argentina listed as the 7/1 favorite.

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FIFA World Cup Match Betting: Australia vs. Chile Odds

No love for Australia at this year’s FIFA World Cup.  The Australia vs. Chile match has the Socceroos as a huge 7/1 odds underdog.   Chile had odds of -216.  The Draw would pay out just over $30 for every $10 bet.

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Ex-Bayern Chief Begins Three-and-a-Half Year Prison Term: Gambled on Markets

The former Bayern FC boos Uli Hoeness began serving his three-and-a-half year prison sentence for evading $28.5 million euros in taxes.  The 62-year-old will serve time at a prison in Landsberg am Lech effective Monday (June 2).

Hoeness admitted to the tax evasion charges back in March.  He was originally facing a sentence of between five and ten years.

"I'm glad that this is all out in the open now," Hoeness said in March. "I deeply regret my wrongdoing. I'm doing everything I can to put this unhappy chapter behind me."

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Mexico v Cameroon World Cup Betting Odds

Gambling911.com has your Mexico v Cameroon World Cup betting odds courtesy of our friends at BetDSI.com where you can claim up to $2500 in FREE CASH here.

Mexico is favored against Cameroon in the opener for both teams at the 2014 World Cup on Friday, June 13th.

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Uruguay v Costa Rica World Cup Betting Odds - 2014

Gambling911.com has your 2014 World Cup betting odds for Uruguay v Costa Rica courtesy of BetDSI.com, where you can find all the latest World Cup betting odds.

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2014 World Cup Betting Odds: Netherlands v Spain

Gambling911.com has your 2014 World Cup betting odds for Netherlands v Spain courtesy of BetDSI.com, where you can find all the latest World Cup betting odds.

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What Are the Odds of Brazil or Argentina Winning the 2014 Soccer World Cup?

The odds of Brazil winning the 2014 Soccer World Cup were set at +150 with a potential payout of $15 for every $10 bet or $150 for every $100 bet at Sportsbook.com.

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What Type of Bets Will Be Offered Online for the 2014 FIFA World Cup?

For those Gambling911.com readers looking to bet on the 2014 FIFA World Cup, look no further than Sportsbook.com, which was offering dozens of betting options in addition to the team vs. team wagering. Plus your 2nd bet is always FREE up to US$100 at Sportsbook.com.

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Gambling, Nude Modeling Wife of Saudi Football Coach Sparks Outrage

Further proof that what happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay there but Maria Prodan would be wise to do just that….stay in Vegas.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Prop Bets for the 2014 Champions League Final

You can bet the Champions League Final at Sportsbook.com along with a number of Cristiano Ronaldo prop bets here.

Ronaldo’s Real Madrid will take on Atlético de Madrid.  His team was an EVEN-odds favorite across the board.

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Where Can I Bet on the Champions League Final: Real Madrid - Atlético de Madrid?

You can bet this weekend’s Champions League Final between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid at BetDSI.com and claim up to $2500 in free bets here.

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Which Nations are Favored to Win the FIFA World Cup and at What Odds?

The countries favored to win the 2014 FIFA World Cup listed with single digits to do so were a few perennial favorites that include Brazil, favored at 3/1 odds, Argentina at just shy of 5/1 odds, Germany and Spain, both listed between 6/1 and 7/1 odds, all of which were courtesy of BetDSI.com.

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Can Major League Soccer Make it in the USA?: Latest World Cup Odds

A recent major announcement from American Major League Soccer has league officials riding high, and smiling widely. Others have said the announcement is “no big deal.” Either way, the announcement signals a bit of a sea change in the way some professional sports are viewed in the USA.

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Belgium FIFA World Cup 2014 Odds: Nation Sees Most Betting Action

According to odds comparison OddsChecker.com, Belgium was seeing the most betting action for the 2014 FIFA World Cup outrights with odds ranging from 14/1 to 20/1 throughout Europe.  Bookmaker was offering an incredible 22/1 odds on Belgium here.

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Tensions Mount As World Cup Nears

Despite being grossly over budget and security issues in question,Brazilian organizers admitted there were mostly satisfied with the results of the final two stadium tests for the World Cup on Sunday. The newly finished stadiums were inaugurated by two Brazilian league matches  - one in the Itaquerao stadium in Sao Paulo and the other in Arena Pantanal in Cuiaba.

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Champions League Final 2014 Betting Odds: Real Madrid - Atlético de Madrid

The Champions League Final 2014 betting odds for 24 May in Lisbon between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid had Real Madrid at 1/2 odds and Atlético de Madrid at 6/4 odds. Apuestas deportivas online

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Arsenal Pay Out 10-1 Odds to Some Lucky Punters With FA Cup Final Win

It’s been nine years since Arsenal won their last FA Cup Final and on Saturday they ended that drought with a 3-2 victory over Hull City.  The odds at one point during the season were 10-1 to win the FA Cup Final.

The winning goal from Aaron Ramsey came after 108 minutes.

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Where Can I Bet the FIFA World Cup 2014 Online From North America?

You can bet the FIFA World Cup 2014 at any one of several dozen respectable online sports betting sites, but only a handful will permit wagering from those who live in North America.   

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Footballer Falls Bankrupt After Gambling Addiction Proves Costly

A retired Premier League footballer that made his name as a professional for Newcastle United has revealed that he has had to file for bankruptcy following a career long gambling habit that consumed his income and resulted in the former footballer losing all of his career earnings over a number of years.

Keith Gillespie, who started his football career at Manchester United as a youth before finding recognition during his spells at Newcastle United and Blackburn Rovers, earned as much as £14,000 per week while at the peak of his career.

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Crystal Palace – Liverpool Betting Odds: Reds Try to Keep Title Hopes Alive

Crystal Palace – Liverpool betting odds had Liverpool as a 4/11 favorite, Crystal Palace at 7/1 and the Draw set at 5/1.  Remarkably, only around half the betting action was flowing towards Liverpool.   You can bet this matchup live in-play up to the final minute at BetDSI.com, where qualified new customers receive up to US$2500 in free cash.

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Juventus - Benfica Betting Odds - UEFA Europa League

Juventus - Benfica betting odds for the UEFA Europa League matchup on 1 May had Juventus the 4/7 favorite, Benfica at 5/1 odds and the Draw at 3/1.  80% were backing Juvenus.  You can place your bets at Bookmaker and receive up to US$2500 here.

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Liverpool on His Tool: Fan Vows to Go All In With Penis Tattoo Bet

Is it really news when a Liverpool fan vows to have the Live Bird of his football club tattooed on his privates?  After all, people do get tattoos there and we don’t read about it in the Mirror.

Tom Pound has promised to do just that if his team wins the Premier League.

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FC Bayern München - Real Madrid Betting Odds

FC Bayern München - Real Madrid betting odds had Bayern München at 3/4, Real Madrid at 7/2 and the Draw at 3/1.  63% of those betting this matchup were on Bayern München.  You can bet this game at Bookmaker and receive up to US$2500 in FREE CASH here.

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