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Sunderland vs Newcastle betting
Sunderland vs Newcastle betting preview 19/08/2011
Arsenal and Liverpool may have both started the season with draws but after a week of turbulence on and off the pitch, only one of these clubs will go into this clash with heads held high.
Sunderland vs Newcastle odds
Sunderland: League Position: 5th, League Form: D
Sunderland have had a busy summer as Steve Bruce strives to replace Harry Redknapp as the Premier League’s top wheeler dealer. Ten new signings have come into the side, freshening up a squad that went stale after Darren Bent left in the January transfer window, and the Black Cats won only one of their final nine home games of last season.
Only two of those new signings started their fantastic away draw against Liverpool, goalscorer Seb Larsson and experienced defender Wes Brown, both impressing (with David Vaughan and Dong Win Ji appearing from the bench). Having been overwhelmed by Liverpool in the first half, Bruce’s side recovered to defend strongly and outplay their opposition, and can be pleased with both performance and point.
Playing a 4-4-1-1 formation, with Sessegnon supporting lone man Gyan, it will be interesting to see whether Bruce will try a more attacking system at home, against a weaker side than Liverpool and in a game full of crowd anticipation. Relatively unknown Dong Win Ji and £13 million Conor Wickham are their other striking options, but it seems more likely Bruce will prefer numbers in midfield to make sure his side can maintain structure and control in the middle of the park.
Newcastle: League Position: 9th, League Form: D
The rollercoaster tale of Newcastle United continues to wind on and on. After losing club captain Kevin Nolan to relegated West Ham in the summer, Joey Barton was then declared free to leave the club for no fee. Even a fantastic, gritty draw at home to Arsenal was overshadowed by the behaviour of Joey Barton, stamped on by Alex Song, then involved in a fracas with Gervinho, grabbing the Arsenal player before collapsing to the floor after weak contact was made to his face.
Looking at the footballing performance, Newcastle were solid without being spectacular, not really threatening the Arsenal goal but also coping with all the attacking heavyweights threw at them brilliantly. Steven Taylor was notably much improved in this game from his performances last season, much happier now he seems wanted again by the club. The resilience of the side may have surprised some, but Newcastle are nothing if not inconsistent.
Five new signings, all with French as their first language, have been brought in, only two with Premier League experience. Cabaye and Marveaux in midfield are interesting prospects if they settle into English football, but Demba Ba could be the star signing, a forward to replace Andy Carroll. Seven goals in 12 games at relegated West Ham, Ba has come in for no fee and can build on his half a season with the Hammers and be a real threat for Newcastle.
Match Prediction: DRAW 3.4 – Blue Square
The history of this fixture shows goals are forthcoming. The two clubs have not played out a goalless draw since the Premier League began, with the fixture averaging 2.8 goals per match, 50 goals coming from the 18 games. Sunderland have only won once in the last 13 games, back in 2008, and the atmosphere will, as ever, be at a fervent height.
Looking at their opening matches, both teams came out looking strong in defence, with Wes Brown and Steven Taylor standing out for Sunderland and Newcastle respectively. The weight of expectancy will now be on Asamoah Gyan and Demba Ba to get their goalscoring campaigns off to a start. However, a man unpopular and unheralded everywhere except Newcastle has netted six times in 10 games against Sunderland, including four in his last four Tyne/Wear derby appearances, and that man is Shola Ameobi. The Geordie stalwart, who started last weekend, seems a value punt at 9.00 for the first goal.
Sunderland, with their poor record, may be more concerned with not losing and could set up to be solid in midfield and prevent Newcastle controlling the play. But these games open up, played at the frantic pace all fierce English derbies are, and expect both teams to score. Sunderland have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their last 22 meetings with Newcastle, yet Newcastle have won just one of their last nine away Premier League matches.
Highlighted Bets:
Over/Under: Over 2.5 Goals – 2.2 Boylesports
First Goalscorer: Shola Ameobi – 9.00 Sporting Bet
Correct Score: 2-2 Draw – 17.00 William Hill
Score Draw: Yes – 4.33 Coral
Both teams to score: Yes – 1.91 Sky Bet
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Tote Ebor betting
Ebor betting and odds
The most valuable flat handicap in Europe, the Betfred Ebor concludes four excellent days of racing on the Knavesmire as York race-goers say goodbye to the Ebor festival for another year, writes Mikey Mumford. The race over 1m6f sees twenty runners gunning for the top prize of £130,000 with several vying for favouritism. Tactician runs for Her Majesty the Queen but Godolphin’s Lost In The Moment looks like going off market leader with the ever popular Frankie Dettori aboard.
York Ebor odds
Fox Hunt – Never quite going the pace to challenge at Goodwood last time but finished a close fourth on good to firm ground. That was over 2 miles but has shown his liking for 1m6f here at York running Tactician close in the John Smith’s Silver Cup. Silvestre De Sousa is banging in the winners this campaign and has a better chance than some here; each-way claims.
Lost In The Moment – A series of second place finishes have not earned this horse the plaudits he deserves. Lost out to stablemate Opinion Poll at Goodwood last time after making rapid late headway and has put in some likeable efforts over 1m2f. He stays this trip fine and expecting a big run for top connections.
Saptapadi Had excuses the last twice when not getting a clear run here at York over 1m2f. Yet to win over this trip but gives the impression he will appreciate this middle distance and granted some luck in running he could make the frame. Brian Ellison’s stable are in decent form and no surprise to him go close.
Tactician – A game win over course and distance latest gives Her Majesty The Queen and Michael Bell an excellent chance here. Had the beating of a couple of those he will face here and goes well on good ground which he is likely to get. Everything looks in place for a good run under young jockey Joseph O’Brien.
Mount Athos – Despite winning a fairly ordinary 60-100 Handicap at Dundalk on his reappearance this year he’s struggled upped in grade and class. A course and distance winner in 2010 though, he may appreciate the return to this track and possibilities if it he can rediscover his old form.
Harlestone Times Disappointing the last twice when not going the pace to threaten in the Northumberland Plate on his penultimate start. Has to reverse that form with a lot of these rivals and would appreciate a little bit of rain if he is going to challenge. He is a top performer on his day but hard to have confidence after being brushed aside easily in big field handicaps before.
Modun – Classy 4yo who was unlucky to Goodwood last time when he just got going a little too late to reach eventual winner here at York. Won on his return this year at Newbury on good to firm but yet to race beyond 1m4f but expect him to appreciate the extra distance and expected to be in the mix for Richard Hughes and Sir Michael Stoute.
Blissful Moment – Couple of seconds this year at Ascot behind Fox Hunt last time who he’ll meet here were not all that bad. Lightly raced sort who likes to be up with the pace but yet to be tried beyond 1m4f and would have reservations about him staying; should give a good account nevertheless.
Another big handicap and plenty in with chances but it would be no surprise to see Modun impress over slightly further but he has a tendency to get going a little late. Saptapadi should be thereabouts granted a bit of luck in running but the vote goes to Lost In The Moment who caught the eye over 2 miles at Goodwood last time. [Mikey Mumford]
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Arsenal vs Liverpool betting preview
Arsenal vs Liverpool betting preview 19/08/2011
Arsenal and Liverpool may have both started the season with draws but after a week of turbulence on and off the pitch, only one of these clubs will go into this clash with heads held high.
Arsenal vs Liverpool odds
Arsenal League Form: D League Position: 9th
Arsenal will be without new signing Gervinho and defensive midfielder Alex Song who have both been handed 3 match bans. It is expected that Andrei Arshavin and Emanuel Frimpong will plug the holes they leave in the squad, while Gervinho’s presence will surely be missed after his industrious performance against Udinese, it is the gap left by Song’s suspension that could prove decisive. His job of screening the back four and breaking up opposing play may mean that Arsenal concede their first goal of the season bet on Liverpool being the scoring side at odds of 4.5 on Bet365.
Liverpool League Form: D League Position: 5th
Liverpool’s 1-1 draw against Sunderland can be looked at as a disappointment by the Anfield faithful after their impressive first half showing, Luis Suarez looked particularly lively. With his lively showings and 4 goals last season, plus his goal last week against the Black Cats he will for sure be one to watch against a shaky Arsenal backline, and at odds of 8.0 on Victor Chandler to score first he could prove a good bet.
Liverpool looked defensively solid last week with Caragher, Flanagan, Agger and new boy Enrique looking solid. Only a wonder goal from Sebastian Larsson could break them down, so why not have a punt on Daglishes boys keeping a clean sheet against an Arsenal attacking line far from its strongest at odds of 3.7 on Coral.
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West Brom vs Man Utd betting preview
West Brom vs Man Utd betting preview 13/08/2011
West Brom
The new season arrives with a reasonable amount of optimism at the West Midlands club, and without ridiculous expectations. Roy Hodgson comfortably kept the Baggies up last season, and much of the same will be more than enough to keep fans and owners happy. Roy’s defensively structured counter attacking football made the side much more stable than Di Matteo’s side, and kept them from falling out of the division.
A relatively quiet transfer window has been made successful with the acquisition of Shane Long. Peter Odemwingie was far too pressurised to score West Brom’s goals last season, and the hard working Irishman Long, original favourite for the Championship Top Goalscorer whilst at Reading only last week, will definitely pose a threat to all class of defence. Otherwise, they have upgraded goalkeeper with Ben Foster coming in and Scott Carson leaving, alongside Zoltan Gera, Billy Jones and Gareth McAuley.
For those who put credence into pre-season form, West Brom won two, lost two and drew three this summer. In terms of starting line up, it’s difficult to see Roy playing 4-4-2 against big teams like United, so expect one striker and a team happy for a draw.
West Brom vs Man Utd odds
Man Utd
With title number 19 secured, Sir Alex Ferguson wasted no time in making a statement of intent in the transfer market. Ashley Young, Phil Jones and David De Gea were brought in for of a combined fee of around £50m. If last week’s Community Shield was anything to go by, the outfield talent has completely settled in and is looking sharper and easier on the eye than last season’s championship side. David De Gea looked shaky, but is known as a ‘keeper full of confidence, ability and even more potential.
Including the Community Shield United have won all seven pre-season games, including Barcelona, and must be on a high already. Their squad has grown even with the retirement of Scholes and Van Der Sar, and the sales of Brown and O’Shea. Tom Cleverley and Danny Welbeck have returned from loan spells, having grown into fully capable first team Premiership players, both included in the latest England squads too.
Without Javier Hernandez, concussed badly on tour last month, United played Danny Welbeck up front with Rooney on Sunday, but the team have many options. Young, Giggs and Nani can all play in behind him, whilst Berbatov, Owen and Welbeck can play ahead of Rooney.
Match Prediction – Manchester United WIN
Last week’s match against Manchester City showed Manchester United to be in the kind of mood you do not want to see when they are your next opponents. The hunger is there for a 20th title, and that hunger, which drove them last season when form escaped them, looks to be matched with a fluid attacking style the defensively stern City could not handle.
Can West Brom put an early puncture into their title charge? They certainly bothered United last season, harshly losing the home fixture 2-1 after poor refereeing decisions and were the only away team to take a point at Old Trafford.
Otherwise, much must be assumed from the strength of inviduals, last season and new signings. On this front it’s hard to look past Manchester United. Their fantastic Community Shield win, lead by the inspiration Nani, is hard to ignore, and a United win seems certain.
Highlighted Bets:-
Over/Under: Over 2.5 Goals – 1.73 Bet365
First Goalscorer: Nani – 9.5 Victor Chandler
Correct Score: 3-1 Manchester United Win – 13.00 Sky Bet
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Newbury Hungerford Stakes betting
CGA Hungerford Stakes betting and odds
Four previous course and distance winners will line up in the field of twelve runners for Saturday’s feature race at Newbury – the CGA Hungerford Stakes, writes Mikey Mumford. A straight seven furlongs is the trip for this Group 2 event where British and Irish 2000 Guineas runner-up Dubawi Gold currently clings on to favouritism. Marco Botti’s Excelebration, winner of the German 2000 Guineas and Aussie Sprinter Musir rate the main dangers for a share of the £100,000 prize money.
Newbury Hungerford Stakes odds
Delegator: Made little or no impression in his last two runs albeit in stronger company than he will face today. Godolphin’s representative was last of nine in the Lennox Stakes at Glorious Goodwood last time; held by many of the rivals he will face here. Undoubtedly has the class he showed in the Duke of York on his reappearance run this year and should do better eased slightly in grade.
Balthaazar’s Gift: Since winning this in 2009 he’s won only once which came at the back end of last year at Doncaster. Been handed some tough tests and was probably punching above his weight the last twice but connections like to aim for this race and he could surprise a few. Gets on with the ground and the distance and will appreciate the drop in grade; could get competitive.
Beacon Lodge: Won on his reappearance this year over 7f at Haydock in May but struggled at the dame course next time where he was well held by The Cheka. Ran a couple of crackers in defeat the last twice though, reversing that form with The Cheka on his penultimate run to finish third and another placed effort at Goodwood left a lot to be desired. Has the ability and would be a surprise if he couldn’t get in the top three here; tends to run on well.
Doncaster Rover Largely consistent sort who was just held by Genki three runs back and stayed on the last twice without being able to challenge for trainer David Brown. Yet to win over 7f but has won over slightly shorter and should give his usual sound running but nagging doubts he may well be vulnerable to an improver.
Musir: Having his first run on British soil but this Aussie sprinter was a decent second behind the useful Twice Over in Meydan in March. Mike De Cock’s runner has been off the track since March and worryingly he has been the beaten favourite on his last two runs but strong chances if taking to Newbury and the straight 7f.
The Cheka: He was rather poor when beaten at 4/5 at the Curragh latest finding no extra 1f out. That was on ground described as yielding though and showed he was much a better horse at Haydock on good to firm in May. Eve Johnson Houghton’s yard are in fair form and would be no surprise to see him bounce back to form in this company.
Dever Dream: A couple of seconds at Goodwood and York were improvements on this filly’s Windsor Forest tenth earlier this year. She’s done most of her winning on good and on good to firm so would want the rain to hold out. William Haggas’ runner has won over this trip albeit in weaker company but can make her presence felt today.
Excelebration: The nature of his four length defeat to Frankel in the Greenham in April was franked with his superb win in the German 2000 Guineas. Was a fair third in the St James’ Palace at Ascot stepped up to a mile but has won over 6f and can’t see the extra furlong inconveniencing him here. Marco Botti’s challenger should go very well and has serious claims here.
Dubawi Gold: Started 2011 with a couple if wins on the all-weather for Richard Hannon before a staying-on second in the 2000 Guineas behind runaway winner Frankel. He had to settle for second best in the Irish 2000 Guineas next time despite being sent off market leader under Richard Hughes and made no impression in the St James’ Palace at Royal Ascot weakening into sixth. He’s a lot better than that form suggests though and should be thereabouts under a patient Hughes ride.
A real competitive renewal where it is proving hard to separate those at the head of the market; Delegator can put a couple of disappointing efforts behind him and go well here for Frankie. Similarly, The Cheka is better than her odds on defeat last time but it could be a toss-up between Dubawi Gold and EXCELEBRATION who have both run good races behind wonderhorse Frankel in the past. Slight preference is for Marco Botti’s runner after his excellent German 2000 Guineas victory. [Mikey Mumford]
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Android betting apps
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Newcastle vs Arsenal betting preview
Newcastle vs Arsenal betting preview 13/08/2011
The Premier League season returns on Saturday and the evening kick off sees a repeat of one of the great games of last season. In that game, Arsenal took a 4-0 lead after just 30 minutes, but Newcastle came back in the second half and leveled the game with just 3 minutes remaining. Both teams have gone through somewhat of a transition since then, losing players, and bringing some new faces in. If you fancy another 8 goal thriller then huge odds of 250.0 can be found at Skybet for another 4-4 draw.
Newcastle vs Arsenal odds
Newcastle’s preparation for the new season has been far from perfect with high profile outgoings and players speaking out about the club’s transfer policy. While on paper it could be said that Newcastle’s squad is weaker than last season after Kevin Nolan was allowed to leave the club and a replacement for Andy Carroll still hasn’t arrived. Joey Barton could also leave the club before the window shuts, which is even more worrying as the Magpies didn’t win a single game last season when Barton and Nolan were absent from the side. New signings Yohan Cabaye and Sylvain Marveaux look good, but it remains to be seen how well they will adapt to the English game. Demba Ba is another summer signing from West Ham were he scored 7 goals in 12 games last season and is looking like Newcastle’s most likely source of a goal. With this in mind, the striker is looking a great price at 3.4 with Stan James to score at any time. Newcastle’s home form was poor last season, winning just 6 games, but they did manage to score 41 goals which was the second highest in the division. This points in the direction of plenty of goals on Saturday then and so betting on over 2.5 goals is bringing odds of 1.8 from Bet365.
Much like Newcastle, Arsenal’s preseason hasn’t been ideal, as the transfer saga surrounding Cesc Fabregas remains unsolved and many believe Arsene Wenger hasn’t strengthened the relevant areas of his squad. Arsenal’s defensive problems could be seen by all last season as they let another title challenge slip, and with no new defensive signings as of yet, it seems all their old problems could continue to haunt them. The Gunners did have the best away record in the league last season though, as their pace on the counter proved a real threat. This is why Arsene Wenger’s men are the current favorites for the weekend clash and best priced at 1.95 at BlueSQ. One of the new faces in North London this season is Gervinho, who arrived from Lille were he looked very dangerous as a forward. The Ivory Coast international looks set to start on Saturday evening and is currently good odds of 6.5 at Paddy Power to open the scoring. Although there are still questions around the future of several players and Wenger is keeping his cards close to his chest in relation to injuries, the Gunnars should have too much for Newcastle, and so a 2-1 away win is showing great value at 8.5 with Skybet.
Highlighted Bets
Over 2.5 goals – 1.8 Bet365
1-2 Arsenal – 8.5 Skybet
Gervinho first goal scorer – 6.5 Paddy Power
Demba Ba anytime scorer – 3.4 Stan James
Both teams to score 1st half – 4.33 Skybet
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Italy vs Spain betting
Italy vs Spain betting preview 10/08/2011
International friendly matches give coaches a chance to experiment with tactics and formations and fringe players a chance to impress. This certainly seems the case here as both Cesare Prandelli and Vicente del Bosque have used the opportunity to spring a few surprises. Prandelli has called up two players from the Italian Serie B while Del Bosque has called up young Barcelona midfielder Thiago Alcantara after he impressed in preseason.
Championship golden boot odds
Italy – It’s been so far so good in Euro 2012 qualify for Italy as they currently top their group with games in hand. However, a shock defeat last time out to Ireland raised questions about the strength of Prandelli’s squad, as several of the regular starters were left out. Italy’s inability to finish their chances during the Ireland game appears to be the motivation behind the recall of Mario Balotelli of Man City and Antonio Cassano of A.C Milan. Despite this, boss Prandelli has admitted that Giuseppe Rossi will start as the main striker. The Villarreal player netted an impressive 32 goals last season and so odds of 8.5 from Bet365, for the striker to open the scoring, are looking really good value. As for the rest of the team, Prandelli has indicated he may play a strong side as he wishes to measure the Azzurri’s progress against the current world and European champions. Daniele De Rossi and Alberto Aquilani look likely to come back into the team, whilst highly rated Serie B player Angelo Ogbonna could earn his first senior cap. Italy’s defence in qualifying has been very solid so far with just 1 goal conceded in 6 games, therefore odds of 1.62 from Stan James for under 2.5 goals could well be a clever bet.
Spain – Just like Italy, Spain’s Euro 2012 qualification so far has been relatively straightforward, with 5 wins from 5 games. Although Vicente del Bosque has chosen to go with a fairly strong squad, there is still room for some young players to make an impact. Barcelona’s Xavi has pulled out through injury, and with Cesc Fabregas also injured, Barca’s young midfielder Thiago looks set to win some game time. Spain’s attacking options still remain intact though with David Villa, Fernando Torres, Alvaro Negredo and Fernando Llorente all in the frame to lead the line. Juan Mata was the inspiration behind Spain’s last qualifying victory and the Valencia forward is most definitely worth backing to score at anytime with odds of 5.0 at Bet365 available. La Roja are rightly favourites for the clash on Wednesday with a near full strength squad and some exciting young players, and the best odds of 2.35 come from Betfred. Another market showing good value for this fixture is the Half Time/Full Time combination of Draw/Spain with good odds of 5.5 available from Paddy Power.
Highlighted bets
Giuseppe Rossi first goal scorer – 8.5 Bet365
Under 2.5 goals – 1.62 Stan James
Juan Mata anytime scorer – 5.0 Bet365
HT/FT – Draw/Spain – 5.5 Paddy Power
1-1 Correct Score – 6.5 William Hill
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Rose of Lancaster Stakes betting preview
Rose of Lancaster betting and odds
The Rose of Lancaster Stakes provides the final feature race of Haydock Park’s three-day summer meeting, writes Mikey Mumford. A field of eight runners will head to post for the 1m2f race where Sir Michael Stoute is responsible for current market leader Class Is Class as he chases his third win in this Group 3 contest. Godolphin saddle both Simon De Montfort and Sajjhaa while Roger Varian may hold a strong hand with Hot Prospect, a previous course and distance winner.
Haydock Rose of Lancaster odds
Class Is Class Has been placed in half of his sixteen starts winning three of those on ground described as good. Had nothing more to give at York last time but had run a cracker at Sandown the time before where he had Fallen Idol well held in fifth on his way to a four length victory. His best form has come at this trip and will be ridden up with the pace under former champion jockey Kieren Fallon; shortlisted.
Critical Moment Done most of his racing on good to firm and put together consecutive wins on his final two runs last year. Yet to get going in 2011, Barry Hills’ representative best effort came at Ascot in April behind a runaway leader. Needs to step up on those efforts and may want the ground a little quicker to figure here.
Elusive Pimpernel Fifth in last year’s 2000 Guineas but has gone off the boil since. Was beaten favourite at Newmarket in April and never got going at Sandown a month later. This trip seemed to stretch him last time and his three wins have come over 7f and a mile. He’s been disappointing in his three attempts at 1m2f and hard to have confidence.
Fallen Idol Unbeaten prior to his defeat in this race last year where he appeared to struggle 2f out and was no match for Class Is Class next time at Sandown. Work to do to reverse that bare form and another who has yet to win over today’s trip and probably better over slightly shorter; but hard to rule out for top connections.
Hot Prospect His last win came over course and distance twelve months ago and latest staying-on second at Newbury hinted at a return to form for Roger Varian’s runner. One of only five in the line-up who have won over this trip and return to Haydock might bring out the best in him. Versatile on ground with a little cut and should make a bold bid for a second victory at this track.
Simon De Montfort Racked up a hat-trick of wins in France last year justifying strong support at Longchamp and was a well backed favourite on his reappearance at Meydan in January after 270 days off the track. Not able to back that up at same course next time finishing last of ten despite being sent off 2/1 jolly. May have been something amiss that day and can make amends on his first run in Britain under the impressive Mickael Barzalona.
Myplacelater Largely consistent filly who found herself in the winner’s enclosure on no less than four occasions in 2010. Was outpaced over this trip at York in May but put in a better effort in a listed event last time despite not going pace of winner (Sajjhaa) in second. Likely to be held again by that rival on these terms but game sort who should give her running.
Sajjhaa Justified strong support at York last time and quickened nicely over 1f out and a repeat performance would put Ted Durcan’s mount bang there again. She kept on for a clear second in the Middleton won by Midday in May and should have the beating of few of these; surprise if she’s not in first three.
A nice little renewal and one of Haydock Park’s summer flat season highlights. Sajjhaa can go well if reproducing her second behind Midday and her latest York success. However preference if for Godolphin’s other runner SIMON DE MONTFORT who had a good 2010 campaign in France and his last run in Meydan can be forgiven. He’s relatively fresh and can make his British bow a winning one; Hot Prospect might be the one for minor money. [Mikey Mumford]
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Charity Shield betting – Man Utd vs Man City
Charity Shield betting preview 2011/12
This season’s curtain raiser has added spice as Premier League Champions Manchester United take on local rivals and FA Cup winners Manchester City at Wembley on Sunday. Man United are the most successful side to play in this competition with 14 wins, whilst Man City also have history in the Community Shield, lifting it on 3 occasions. Interestingly Ryan Giggs is also the holder of the most appearances in the competition, with 14, and will undoubtedly add to that on Sunday.
Championship Shield odds
Current Premier League champions Man United are the slight favourites to lift the trophy on Sunday and are best priced at 1.75 with Bwin. Although it has been a summer of transition for The Red Devils, they have added some real quality to their squad, and a good history in the competition means they are looking good as favourites to lift the trophy. It will though, be interesting to see how Man United line up, as in the past Alex Ferguson has started with his strongest team. This could mean debuts for new signings David De Gea in goal, Phil Jones in defence, and Ashley Young in attacking midfield. Wayne Rooney has looked sharp in preseason and so odds of 2.85 with Unibet for the striker to score at any time during the game, are definitely worth a look. Games between these two sides have been notoriously close over recent seasons, which means that Man United to win the tie on penalties is looking good at 6.5 with Skybet.
Manchester City are the slight underdogs going into the match on Sunday and priced at 2.1 with Bet365. City haven’t competed in the Community Shield since 1973, but they did beat Manchester United in the FA Cup semi final last season, which could give them an edge. Like their rivals, City have had somewhat of a change over the summer, with several players leaving and arriving, but their starting 11 won’t be much different to last season. Carlos Tevez will definitely miss out after been given an extended leave of absence. There will though, be a place for new £38m signing Sergio Aguero, who could well make his debut on Sunday. The Argentine striker has real quality and is looking good to open the scoring with odds of 6.5 available from Boylesports. Much of Roberto Mancini’s success at City has been based on a solid defence, which should continue again this season. With this in mind, a correct score of 1-1 is looking likely and so a good bet at 7.0 with William Hill.
Highlighted bets
Sergio Aguero to score first – 6.5 Boylesports
Wayne Rooney anytime scorer – 2.75 Bet 365
1-1 correct score – 7.0 William Hill
Man United to lift the trophy – 1.73 Bet 365
Either side to win on penalties – 6.5 Skybet
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