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Brazil vs Portugal
Brazil vs Portugal betting preview
World Cup odds – Brazil vs Portugal
When Brazil and Portugal lock horns in the final Group G game, it will see arguably the most anticipated match in the entire of the tournament thus far. The Samba stars are currently ranked number one in FIFA’s world rankings but the Portuguese are not lagging far behind in third despite their inconsistent form of late. So this one promises to be a real cracker and potentially decisive in terms of progression through to the last 16.
Best odds for Brazil vs Portugal:
Portugal – 5/4 Willaim Hill
Draw – 23/10 Betfred
Ivory Coast – 13/5 Stan James
The Brazilians kicked off their World Cup campaign with a far from convincing 2-1 win against the unheralded North Koreans. The five-time world champions were frustrated for long periods by the tournaments lowest ranked country and despite their dominance in possession; it was a rather lethargic display from the South Americans. Nevertheless Dunga’s side do sit comfortably at the summit of Group G after the Ivory Coast and Portugal had to settle for a share of the spoils in Tuesday’s other game.
By the time Brazil meet Carlos Queiroz’s Portugal in Durban their passage into the knockout stages could be all but guaranteed providing they overcome the Ivory Coast. But you can bet your bottom dollar Brazil will want to finish as group winners and are available at 2/5 to do so with BlueSquare. As for the Portugal match itself, unsurprisingly Brazil are odds on favourites at 5/6 (Bet365) to claim victory. For Brazil to finish with a maximum of nine group points, SportingBet are offering 7/4 which looks an excellent bet considering Brazil are likely to improve after their sluggish start.
Dunga may have been openly criticised for leaving the likes of Pato, Adriano and Ronaldinho at home but it was Robinho who stepped up to the plate against the Koreans. The Manchester City star has spent time on loan with Santos in his native Brazil, and he looks to have benefited from it, grabbing an assist and generally looking sharp and oozing in confidence. Far from the player we saw at Eastlands who struggled to adapt to the rigours of the Premier League. If qualification isn’t already secured for the Brazilians and Robinho isn’t rested against the Portuguese, he is worth a small stake to grab the opener at ???.
One player who more than made the cut in the Premier League is Cristiano Ronaldo. The world’s most expensive footballer showed glimpses of his star quality against the Ivory Coast and he could be worth a bet to end his international goal drought that stems way back to 2008 against the Brazilians. Ron is ??? to score at anytime at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban.
This one could be one of the most defining games in the group stages and will almost certainly influence the names that make the last 16 of the 2010 World Cup.
Brazil Vs Portugal betting tips
Ronaldo to score first at best odds 9/2 with Betfred – Get £50 free bet at Betfred
Sabrosa Simao to score first at best odds 10/1 with Blue Square- Get £66 in free bets at Blue Square.
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Brazil Betting Preview
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Brazil odds and free bets for 2010 World Cup
Five times winners Brazil head into the World Cup as second favourites with the bookmakers – totesport are providing odds of 5/1 that Brazil will lift the trophy come July 11th. The experience that Brazil have in World Cup finals should not be discounted, hence many believe they have a strong chance of winning.
Brazil have been placed in Group G, which is seen as this year’s ‘group of death’. It sees them drawn with Portugal, Ivory Coast and group whipping boys, North Korea. Although Portugal and Ivory Coast will provide Brazil with a stern test, you would still expect them to progress as group winners. Ladbrokes are offering best priced odds of 4/6 that Brazil will top the group. Should they do so, Chile are likely second round opponents, followed by Holland in the quarters and England in the semi finals.
Brazil topped the 10 team South American qualification zone, with Paraguay and Bolivia the only teams to beat them. The highlight of qualification was securing their place in South Africa with a memorable 3-1 victory in Argentina
As you would expect, Brazil have an abundance of attacking flair and since it is doubtful that Ronaldinho will be in the squad for the World Cup, Kaka will need to step up to the plate. Kaka is employed in an attacking midfield role for Brazil and this enables him to influence the game in all areas of the pitch. He has an eye for goal (26 goals in 75 appearances) and can provide a killer pass for the likes of Luis Fabiano in attack. If Brazil are to progress to the latter stages of the competition, they need Kaka to be fit and in top form.
Brazil will be looking to bounce back from a poor 2006 World Cup, which saw them eliminated at the quarter final stage. The cold, winter conditions in South Africa could prove tricky but they should be able to defeat the likes of Holland and England en route to reaching the final. Should Spain go all the way on the other side of the draw I think they will prove too much for Brazil. Boyle Sports are supplying odds of 6/1 that Brazil will finish as runners up at this year’s tournament, which I think is good value.
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Australia Betting Preview
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Australia odds and free bets for 2010 World Cup
Australia are rank outsiders to win the World Cup, with Victor Chandler providing best priced odds of 150/1 for victory in the final. Achievement for Australia would be to equal their best finish at a World Cup – a last 16 place, which happened 4 years ago.
It’s highly unlikely that Australia will get to the final of this year’s competition, so I’m going to focus on their group – Group D. They have been pitted against Germany, Serbia and Ghana in what looks like a tough group to escape from. There are no easy games in this group and you would think matches against Serbia and Ghana will shape their destiny. Australia are outsiders to win the group at 17/2 with bwin.com, but perhaps a more interesting market sees them 5/2 with Sky bet just to qualify from the group stages.
Australia received byes in round one and two and were automatically entered into the third round of qualification in the Asian zone. They finished top in their group, before proceeding to finish first in their group in the fourth round of qualification.
The statistics show that Australia’s strikers are not prolific in front of goal, so the onus falls on attacking midfielder Tim Cahill to find the back of the net. Cahill is the master of ghosting into the box unnoticed and is a clinical finisher, especially with his head. He has a record of a goal every other game for his country and is the top goalscorer in the squad. Paddy Power have provided odds of 10/3 for Cahill to be the top Australian goalscorer at the World Cup. These odds look fantastic and worthy of putting some money on.
If Australia had been handed an easier draw, you could definitely see them progressing from the group stages. As it is, I think Germany, Serbia and Ghana will have too much quality for them. Unfortunately, I think the Aussies will be eliminated at the first hurdle and Paddy Power are offering best priced odds of 4/9 for a group stage elimination.
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Argentina Betting Preview
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Five times winners Brazil head into the World Cup as second favourites with the bookmakers – totesport are providing odds of 5/1 that Brazil will lift the trophy come July 11th. The experience that Brazil have in World Cup finals should not be discounted, hence many believe they have a strong chance of winning.
Brazil have been placed in Group G, which is seen as this year’s ‘group of death’. It sees them drawn with Portugal, Ivory Coast and group whipping boys, North Korea. Although Portugal and Ivory Coast will provide Brazil with a stern test, you would still expect them to progress as group winners. Ladbrokes are offering best priced odds of 4/6 that Brazil will top the group. Should they do so, Chile are likely second round opponents, followed by Holland in the quarters and England in the semi finals.
Brazil topped the 10 team South American qualification zone, with Paraguay and Bolivia the only teams to beat them. The highlight of qualification was securing their place in South Africa with a memorable 3-1 victory in Argentina
As you would expect, Brazil have an abundance of attacking flair and since it is doubtful that Ronaldinho will be in the squad for the World Cup, Kaka will need to step up to the plate. Kaka is employed in an attacking midfield role for Brazil and this enables him to influence the game in all areas of the pitch. He has an eye for goal (26 goals in 75 appearances) and can provide a killer pass for the likes of Luis Fabiano in attack. If Brazil are to progress to the latter stages of the competition, they need Kaka to be fit and in top form.
Brazil will be looking to bounce back from a poor 2006 World Cup, which saw them eliminated at the quarter final stage. The cold, winter conditions in South Africa could prove tricky but they should be able to defeat the likes of Holland and England en route to reaching the final. Should Spain go all the way on the other side of the draw I think they will prove too much for Brazil. Boyle Sports are supplying odds of 6/1 that Brazil will finish as runners up at this year’s tournament, which I think is good value.
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FA Cup
Latest FA Cup Betting
Chelsea are 5/2 favourites to win the FA Cup with William Hill after the third round draw paired them at home to League 1 side Huddersfield. For all the latest free bets for the FA Cup, visit our free bets section.
Other ties of interest include Non-League Burton Albion at home to Manachester United, and also pitted giant-killers Tamworth, who have beaten Bournemouth and Hartlepool, against Stoke City. Middlesbrough will play Nuneaton or Histon, who face a replay this month, while holders Arsenal meet Cardiff.
The draw for the FA Cup third round:
- West Bromwich Albion v Reading
- Fulham v Leyton Orient
- Brighton v Coventry
- Wolves v Plymouth
- Port Vale or Bristol Rovers v Doncaster
- Sheffield Wednesday v Charlton
- Torquay v Birmingham
- Manchester City v Scunthorpe
- Newcastle United v Mansfield
- Luton Town v Liverpool
- Preston v Crewe
- Stoke v Tamworth
- Derby v Burnley
- Southampton v MK Dons
- Blackburn v QPR
- Arsenal v Cardiff
- Stockport v Oldham or Brentford
- Norwich v West Ham
- Ipswich v Portsmouth
- Wigan v Leeds
- Sunderland v Woking or Northwich Victoria
- Chelsea v Huddersfield
- Cheltenham Town or Oxford United v Chester City
- Leicester v Tottenham
- Watford v Bolton
- Sheffield United v Colchester United
- Nuneaton Borough or Histon v Middlesbrough
- Hull City v Aston Villa
- Barnsley or Bradford v Walsall
- Burton Albion or Burscough v Manchester United
- Crystal Palace v Stevenage Borough or Northampton Town
- Millwall v Everton
Ties to be played on the weekend of 7/8 January 2006.
The outright betting for the tournamnet is dominated by Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United, which is no surprise when looking at recent winners of the trophy over the last 10 years. The tournament has been won by these three times on 9 of the last 10 occasions.
- 2004-05 Arsenal
- 2003-04 Manchester United
- 2002-03 Arsenal
- 2001-02 Arsenal
- 2000-01 Liverpool
- 1999-2000 Chelsea
- 1998-99 Man Utd
- 1997-98 Arsenal
- 1996-97 Chelsea
- 1995-96 Manchester United
Chelsea 7/2 Betfair
Man Utd 9/2 Total Bet
Arsenal 6/1 William Hill
Liverpool 9/1 Bet 365
Spurs 14/1 Blue Square
Newcastle 25/1 VC Bet
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FA Cup 2nd Round
FA Cup 2nd Round Betting Preview
The FA Cup may not have the critical acclaim it once held back in the 60’s and 70’s golden generation of football but that’s not to say it has lost its magic. The FA Cup has now just been rebranded and allows a way for the teams in the lower leagues to dream, if just for a little, for a piece of glory and maybe even a spot on Match Of The Day! FA Cup betting can definitely be a very profitable form of football betting.
The first pick of the first round replays in the FA Cup is Morecambe v Carlisle, Mark Duffys late goal for League Two struggles Morecambe rescued a draw for his side after going 2-0 down in the first round tie. They will have to show more of the same battling spirit if they want to progress to the next round and they may have to do it without skipper Jim Bentley after the defender suffered a calf injury during the weekend win at Crewe. The only doubt for League One side Carlisle is Marc Bridge-Wilkinson who injured his knee in training on Monday but recent poor results mean this game is close to call and could end in a stalemate after 90 minutes, the best odds for this result can be found over at Bet365 and BetFred at 12/5.
The next game to look at involves one of the last remaining Blue Square Premier teams Stevenage, the team currently sitting just above Kettering in second place will be looking to join their rivals in the next round of the FA Cup by beating League Two side Port Vale. Charlie Griffin earned Stevenage a second bite at the cherry as his injury-time goal secured a draw at Port Vale in their FA Cup first-round game. Stevenage outplayed their League Two opponents for long spells during an entertaining first game tie and Stevenage boss Graham Westley is expected to name an unchanged side. He will be hoping Charlie Griffin continues in the form that saw him hit a hat-trick against Gateshead at the weekend in the 5-3 win. Luke Prosser is now banned adding to Port Vale’s defensive problems after being sent off at against Rotherham on Saturday meaning an upset is on the cards, the best odds on Stevenage to secure a home win can be found over at Skybet.com at 11/10.
Leyton Orient host managerless Tranmere Rovers in a game that both sides will be vying to win. Both teams have had a fruitless campaign thus far in League One with both sides struggling for form. Tranmere have had off field problems after an ill-fated spell with John Barnes at the helm resulted in the ex-Liverpool man being sacked after just 11 games and a form book that read just 2 wins. Leyton Orient have not won in their last four games and on-loan pair Andros Townsend and Luke Summerfield will miss the replay to avoid being Cup-tied. Highly-rated defender Tamika Mkandawire could make a possible return and with the replay being played at Brisbane Road, Leyton look likely to edge a close tie, odds on them to win can be found over at Paddypower.com at 10/11.
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FA Cup betting – Stoke vs. West Ham
Stoke vs. West Ham betting preview
Stoke
Stoke’s weekend defeat to West Ham has dampened spirits in the Stoke camp and has left them in 12th place in the Premier league but they are by no means safe with only 4 points separating them from the relegation zone. Attention will be turned to this weekend’s FA Cup fixture and Stoke will be itching to get revenge on the Hammers.
Asmir Begovic has quickly overtaken Thomas Sorenson as Stokes number 1 keeper but made a mistake gifting the Senegalese striker Demba Ba a goal, so Begovic will understandably be looking to make amends in this fixture so how about a bet on Stoke keeping a clean sheet at odds of 2.63 on Bet365. Stoke’s main threat understandably comes from the crosses and long throws of Mathew Etherington and Rory Delap meaning that Stokes goals are likely to come from the air, step in club record signing Kenwyne Jones, master of headed goals. Jones is priced at 2.6 on Bet365 to score anytime in the fixture.
West Ham
The Hammers are experiencing an upturn in form and it has only been two months since there were reports of Avhram Grant being sacked and replaced by Martin O’Niell. Will they be focussing on league survival though and forsake the FA Cup? Demba Ba has been on outstanding form since his arrival in the transfer window, with 4 goals in 4 games he must be good value to open the scoring at a price of 8.5 on Bet365.
Since coming back from injury Thomas Hitzlsperger has been in inspirational form, with a goal and an assist in his last two games. Avhram Grant has already come out and said having ‘the aptly named ‘Der Hammer’ back has been like having a new signing at the club. He may not be guaranteed a start so maybe a bet on him scoring the last goal of the fixture could be a good one with odds of 15.0 on Bet365.
This looks set to be a much tighter affair than last week’s game at Upton Park. The Hammers do seem to be riding on a high of late but at home Stoke are a completely different team and could make things very difficult for Grant’s men.
Highlighted Bets:
Home Clean Sheet 2.63 Bet365
Anytime Goalscorer Kenwyne Jones 2.6 Bet365
First Goalscorer Demba Ba 8.5 Bet365
Last Goalscorer Thomas Hitzlsperger 15.0 bet365
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FA Cup betting – Southampton vs Manchester United
Southampton vs Manchester United betting preview
Southampton
Southampton are having a good season in League 1, however this is the FA cup and as we have seen in the past we are to expect the unexpected in this tournament. One of the main spectacles of the day is going to be Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, the English born winger who is subject to intense transfer speculation about whether he will move to Arsenal or Manchester United. With all of this pressure Oxlade-Chamberlain could pull all the stops out, making a bet on him scoring a goal anytime in the fixture all the more tempting at odds of 6.5 on SkyBet.
Southampton last faced Manchester United in this tournament 7 years ago when Southampton were still in the Premier League, the result was 3-0 to United that day, whether we will see a repeat of this is another question, the odds of this happening are 12.0 on PaddyPower and at that price definitely worth a shout. Check out the latest FA cup free bets.
Manchester United
Manchester United are sitting at the dizzy heights of the Premier League summit now and don’t look like they are going to be moved any time soon. So surely a tie away against a team 48 positions beneath them in the football league should cause them no bother, but alas it is ties like this that always seem to catch the Red Devils out. Firstly United are without young Brazilian right-back Rafael, secondly it is probably to be expected that Sir Alex will give some of his youngsters a run out. So the likes of Javier Hernandez, Chris Smalling, Michael Owen and Tiago Bebe could be handed rare starts. Michael Owen always had a good run of form against Southhampton when he played under Gerard Houlier scoring three times against them for Liverpool, so he is good value for money at 6.0 on Bet365 to open the scoring.
It’s hard to look beyond United for this tie, since while upsets do happen and taking into account that United may field a second string team, there is still too much quality in the United side for it to be beaten by a side battling for automatic promotion in league 1. While Southampton will show some fighting spirit and not go down easy there could be a few goals in it.
Highlighted Bets
Anytime Goalscorer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain 6.5 SkyBet
Correct Score Man U 3-0 at best odds 12.0 with Paddy Power
First Goalscorer Michael Owen 6.0 bet365
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FA Cup betting – Man Utd vs Crawley
Man Utd vs Crawley betting preview
Manchester United: League Position: 1st, League Form: WWWLW
What to say of Manchester United? If anyone thought they would stumble after defeat at Wolves they were proved wrong after a 2-1 victory at home to Manchester City, emphatically put to bed by a nailed on goal of the season by Wayne Rooney
But what bearing does that result have on their cup tie against minnows Crawley Town? None you’d expect. There is not a chance the team Sir Alex Ferguson puts out won’t be good enough to hammer Crawley, and logic suggests they will do just that. The likes of Owen and Hernandez are likely to get a chance, young Dane Lindegaard in goal, Darron Gibson could play and maybe Fabio Da Silva at the back, but it’s really anyone’s guess as to the starting eleven. Choose a free bet for this match here.
All that can be said is that the Reds have a Champions League tie to prepare for next week, but the manager will not want a repeat of FA Cup draws with Exeter in 2005 and Burton in 2006, so will select a side to overwhelm the opposition.
Crawley Town: League Position: 2nd, League Form: DWDWD
Justifying why Crawley Town can beat Manchester United is a near impossible task. Other than the ‘magic’ of the FA Cup there is really nothing to suggest David can beat this Goliath, the biggest club in England.
The side are favourites to win the Blue Square Premier, three points off leaders AFC Wimbledon with four games in hand, and are seen by some as the Manchester City of the Non-League. They’ve spent big money for their level, but this trip pays them back. They are expected to take around 9,000 fans with them for the day of a lifetime, but, even more importantly perhaps, they are making a great deal of money, with reported figures of around £750,000 made out of their cup run.
Top scorer, and match winner in the last round at Torquay, Matt Tubbs is likely to be on the end of any chances Crawley do create, and is definitely the man to watch for fans of a giant killing.
Match Prediction: MANCHESTER UNITED WIN 1.08 BetFred
There really is little scope for a giant killing here. A draw would be a fantastic result for Crawley Town, but this is the payday their cup run deserved, and the reward for fans and players alike. Many would never have dreamed of seeing their side at Old Trafford, the players most likely gave up hope of ever playing at the magnificent stadium.
With the result somewhat a foregone conclusion, other markets could be money makers. If you think Crawley can frustrate the Premiership leaders then 5.00 at Coral and William Hill for a draw at half time before a Manchester United win at full time looks a fair price, whilst anyone who wants a fun bet can try BlueSq’s market asking who Wayne Rooney swaps his shirt with.
Crawley Town, and giant killing, dreamers can back Matt Tubbs first goal at 21.00 with Stan James, Bet Fred and Bet365, whilst likely United starter Michael Owen is available at 5.00 with Bet365.
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Over/Under: Under 3.5 Goals – 2.00 Bet365
First Goalscorer: Michael Owen – 5.00 Bet365
Correct Score: 3-0 Manchester United – 7.5 BetFred
Half Time/Full Time: Half Time Draw/Full Time Manchester United – 5.00 William Hill
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FA Cup betting – Man Utd vs Arsenal
Man Utd vs Arsenal betting preview
Manchester United take on Arsenal in the FA Cup quarter final on Saturday and it gives manager Arsene Wenger and Alex Ferguson a chance to renew rivalries. Man United have already knocked out rivals Liverpool along the way and will be looking to win the competition for the 12th time. While Arsenal overcame Leyton Orient in the last round and will also be eager to win the competition after losing out to Birmingham in the League Cup final. It will, though, be a tough task for the Gunners who haven’t won at Old Trafford since 2006.
Man Utd vs Arsenal odds
Man United
Two consecutive defeats against their closest rivals has put Man United’s position at the top of the Premier League under pressure. They are though still in a good position to progress in the Champions League and in with a good chance to win the FA Cup if they can progress through against Arsenal on Saturday. Last time out Liverpool really took advantage of the missing defensive pairing of Nemanja Vidic and Rio Ferdinand and their inclusion may have a big impact on the outcome this weekend. Vidic will return from his ban which will give the team a boost but Ferdinand is still doubtful. Wayne Rooney will be a key figure for Man United if they are to progress and the striker has started to find some after scoring 3 goals in his last 5 games in all competitions. With this in mind the Englishman is looking good at 6.0 with bet365 to open the scoring. The Red Devils are slight favourites to win against an Arsenal team struggling recently and best priced at 2.05 with William Hill. A comprehensive 3-1 home win is also showing really nicely at 17.0 with Skybet. Compare free bets from UK bookmakers here.
Arsenal
Arsenal have stuttered slightly over the last couple of weeks in their pursuit of a first trophy since 2005. After losing out in the Cup final to Birmingham they have since failed to make ground on the leaders and lost out in the Champions League to Barcelona. Arsene Wenger may now prioritise the FA Cup in an attempt to bring some silverware to North London this season. Robin Van Persie and Cesc Fabregas both played despite slight injury worries in midweek and should play in Manchester as Arsene Wenger will be looking for a response from his side. The Gunners haven’t had a good experience at Old Trafford in recent seasons and that is reflected in the odds with Arsenal being best priced at 4.0 with Paddy Power to get the win. Robin Van Persie is most certainly the danger man for Arsenal after scoring 14 goals for the Gunners this season and the Dutchman is a good bet at 3.2 with Boylesports to score at any time.
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Wayne Rooney first goal scorer – 6.0 Bet365
3-1 Man United WIN – 17.0 Skybet
Robin Van Persie anytime scorer – 3.2 Boylesports
Vidic to score with a header in 90 mins – 11.0 Paddy Power
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