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FIFA World Cup 2010 Draw Friday

The FIFA World Cup 2010 draw will take place this coming Friday, December 4, as the world waits with baited breath.

A global audience of at least 120 million is expected to tune in to find out who will play whom in the group stage of the first World Cup to be played in the African continent.  The draw for the 2006 World Cup finals in Germany, Dec 2005 attracted a global television audience of 134.5 million and was shown live in 137 countries.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/29/2009

FIFA World Cup 2010 Outrights Odds (Updated 11/29)

The latest FIFA World Cup 2010 outrights odds have been published by NordicBet.c

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/29/2009

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

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/23/2009

Premier League Must not be Complacent on Match-Fixing

By Rory Smith, The Telegraph

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/22/2009

Liverpool v. Man City Odds

Liverpool v. Man City Odds were available at NordicBet.com.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/20/2009

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

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/20/2009

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. 

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/19/2009

2010 FIFA World Cup Finalists, Odds Determined

The 2010 FIFA World Cup finalists are now known and their odds posted. 

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/19/2009

Wayne Rooney to Barcelona?

Barcelona wants to make Wayne Rooney the richest footballer according to a report in Sunday's News of the World.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Nov/08/2009

Soccer Officials Detained in China Over Gambling Probe

Hu Yinan, China Daily

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/05/2009

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.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Aug/09/2009

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.    

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Aug/09/2009

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.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Aug/09/2009

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.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/24/2009

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?

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/20/2009

Brazil Beats USA 3-2 in Confederations Cup Final

USA had a 2-0 lead heading into the half of the Confederations Cup Final but ultimately Brazil would come back to score the final 3 points winning 3-2.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/28/2009

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

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/28/2009

Confederations Cup Final Betting Odds: USA Cut to +550

Having been listed with Confederations Cup Final betting odds of +600 overnight at Bookmaker.com for a

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/28/2009

USA vs. Brazil: Correct Score Betting and Payouts

USA vs.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/28/2009

USA vs. Brazil Likely Monster Betting Event for Gambling911

Heading into Sunday morning, typically Gambling911.com experiences little in the way of any significant Web traffic.  After all, everyone is out partying into the wee hours of Sunday morning.  Th

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/28/2009

Betting on the 2009 Confederations Cup Final: USA vs. Brazil

Here are some fast facts when betting on the 2009 Confederations Cup Final:  USA vs. Brazil.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/27/2009

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.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/27/2009

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

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/27/2009

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.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jun/27/2009

USA vs. Brazil Confederations Cup Betting Odds

The moment of truth has arrived with USA vs.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/27/2009

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.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/24/2009

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

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/24/2009

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).

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/23/2009

Cristiano Ronaldo Knew He Was Going To Real Madrid a Year Ago

How did Cristiano Ronaldo know he was going to Real Madrid already last year when just a few short weeks ago he was quoted as saying "Manchester United is my home.  It's where I want to play&

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jun/20/2009

Confederation Cup Betting Preview

Eight teams will begin play in the Soccer Betting Confederation Cup next weekend as the two week tournament begins in South Africa.  Most of the

Submitted by Guest on, Jun/08/2009

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