June 2009

Championship Betting: Newcastle soap opera goes on and on

Ralph Ellis / 30 June 2009 / Leave a comment

With the club preparing for a season in The Championship, an astronomical wage bill, no manager and an owner desperate to sell, Newcastle are in a right old mess, says Ralph Ellis....Read more »

U21 European Championship Review: England humiliated by rampant Germany

Mike Norman / 30 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Stuart Pearce's dream of winning the U21 European Championship will have to wait another two years, but Mike Norman reckons that last night's defeat to Germany was largely down to what happened in the semi-final....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Tuesday June 30

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Premier League Transfers: As Brum stregthen their squad, it's Wigan who might get the relegation Blues

Ralph Ellis / 29 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Ralph Ellis gives us the lowdown on the most recent Premier League moves as Birmingham take the credit card out whilst Wigan seem happy to let their prize assets move on....Read more »

U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog, Day 15 - The Final

Mike Norman / 29 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Mike Norman's got that Monday morning feeling again, which has caused him to cast doubts over England's chances of becoming the U21 European Champions tonight. Have faith Mike, have faith....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Monday June 29

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Euro U21 Betting: England v Germany

Tobias Gourlay / 28 June 2009 / Leave a comment

They've already won a penalty shootout. Can the England U21s now beat Germany to become champions of Europe? Tobias Gourlay ponders the big question of your Monday morning....Read more »

U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day 14

Mike Norman / 28 June 2009 / Leave a comment

England are in the U21 European Championship Final... and that sounds really good according to our injured Mike Norman. But at what cost did Friday's victory over Sweden come to Stuart Pearce's young lions?...Read more »

Football Bets: Pearce keen to not pay the penalty for poor preparation

Ralph Ellis / 26 June 2009 / Leave a comment

As England's Under 21 team prepare for their semi-final showdown against Sweden, Ralph Ellis looks at Stuart Pearce's scientific approach to the distinct possibility of having to settle the issue via spot-kicks....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Friday June 26

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U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day 12

Mike Norman / 26 June 2009 / Leave a comment

A feast of football is on the menu this evening, with Mike Norman believing Stuart Pearce has his destiny in his own hands, and that a fresh and hungry England squad won't let him down....Read more »

Under 21 Championship Betting: Hoping Walcott and Pearce take the step up

Frank Gregan / 25 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Frank Gregan is full of praise for the England Under 21 team and hopes Stuart Pearce and Theo Walcott become important members of the senior England set-up. But history has taught us things don't always work that way....Read more »

U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day 11

Mike Norman / 25 June 2009 / Leave a comment

He may have been distracted by some rather ravishing athletes known to play another sport, but our man Mike Norman has regained his self-control to give us the lowdown on the U21 European Championship semi-finalists....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Thursday June 25

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U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day 10

Mike Norman / 24 June 2009 / Leave a comment

A case of sod's law for Mike Norman doesn't seem to have dampened his mood ahead of England's semi-final with Sweden on Friday, but at least one nation has riled him enough to hope that UEFA take action....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Wednesday June 24

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U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Nine

Mike Norman / 23 June 2009 / Leave a comment

England and Germany both make it to the semi-finals of the U21 European Championship, but Mike Norman questions one manager's post match comments and wonders which team will react the better....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Tuesday June 23

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Premier League Transfer News: Tevez move across town leaves United short in attack

Ralph Ellis / 22 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Tevez turns down United, Moyes ponders Owen's come and get me plea and Chelsea aim to give Ancelotti marquee signings. Ralph Ellis discusses the latest transfer news as the market hots up......Read more »

U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Eight

Mike Norman / 22 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Mike Norman is in a foul mood today, and is lamenting the lack of support being shown to the England under-21 side ahead of their final group game against old rivals Germany tonight....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Monday June 22

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U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Seven

Mike Norman / 21 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Mike Norman reflects on week one of the U21 European Championship, the players that have impressed, who has what to play for, and England's chances of winning the trophy....Read more »

Euro U21 Betting: England v Germany

Tobias Gourlay / 21 June 2009 / Leave a comment

This might not be the most keenly contested England-Germany game of all time, warns Tobias Gourlay. Best Bet: Back 0-0 and 1-1 Correct Scores at [5.3] and [5.2]...Read more »

Premier League Betting: Everton the early value for top 6 finish

Nik Wardle / 20 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Before the big summer spending takes place, Nik Wardle looks at some good early betting options to consider in the Premier League....Read more »

U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Six

Mike Norman / 20 June 2009 / Leave a comment

England may have been joined by Italy at the head of the U21 European Championship betting, but Mike Norman reckons a return to form for Theo Walcott could be Stuart Pearce's ace up his sleeve....Read more »

World Cup Betting: Keeping England expectations realistic

Frank Gregan / 19 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Frank Gregan has been around long enough to know that massive hype surrounding an in-form England team often ends in disappointment when the major tournament actually comes around. Here are the do's and don'ts for the next few months....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Friday June 19

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U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Five

Mike Norman / 19 June 2009 / Leave a comment

England are into the semi-finals of the U21 European Championship one game early, but Mike Norman isn't convinced we won't be seeing another penalty shoot-out... and he's already fearing the worst....Read more »

U21 European Championship Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Four

Mike Norman / 18 June 2009 / 1 Comments

Victory over Spain will secure a place in the last four of the U21 European Championship for England, and best of all, Mike Norman has a new TV to watch it on. Our doting romantic explains all....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Thursday June 18

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Euro U21 Betting: Spain v England

Tobias Gourlay / 17 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Tobias Gourlay thinks Xisco has a point to prove. That may or may not have something to do with his recommendation for Spain's match with England. Best Bet: Back Over 2.5 Goals at [2.46]...Read more »

U21 European Championships Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Three

Mike Norman / 17 June 2009 / Leave a comment

After Sweden's demolition of Belarus, and Italy's draw with Serbia, it's clear to Mike Norman that the U21 European Championship is wide open... and England have just as good a chance as any......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Wednesday June 17

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League One Betting News: Barnes goes back to Liverpool...sort of

Alan Dudman / 16 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Alan Dudman talks us through all the news, gossip and betting movements over the last couple of weeks from the world of League One football including John Barnes' return to management and Owusu Owusu's move to sunnier shores....Read more »

U21 European Championships Betting: Tournament Blog - Day Two

Mike Norman / 16 June 2009 / Leave a comment

An unconvincing England victory, allied with Germany and Spain's goalless draw means Stuart Pearce's young lions top an open looking Group B. Mike Norman reviews yesterday's games and looks forward to tonight's Group A fixtures......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Tuesday June 16

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Premier League Transfer Update: Ronaldo won't be missed.

Mike Norman / 15 June 2009 / 1 Comments

It appears that Real Madrid have cornered the market when it comes to signing new players says "Mystical" Mike Norman, but expect the Premier League to see a lot more transfer activity in the weeks ahead......Read more »

U21 European Championships Betting: Tournament Blog - Day One

Mike Norman / 15 June 2009 / Leave a comment

We've given Mike Norman a task - to keep you updated on everything that is happening over in Sweden and how the Betfair markets are changing as every day of the U21 European Championships progresses......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Monday June 15

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Early World Cup 2010 Thoughts: Four young men who could make the difference for England

Feizal Rahman / 14 June 2009 / 1 Comments

Feizal Rahman gazes into his crystal ball and selects four players with a big 12 months ahead......Read more »

Premier League 2009/10: Indifference abounds at Upton Park as West Ham complete the least exciting takeover in football history

David Croft / 13 June 2009 / Leave a comment

With new owners preaching parsimony Gianfranco Zola will be hard pressed to replicate last year's good Premier League performance, says Hammer David Croft....Read more »

Championship Betting: Relegated teams could easily return to the Premier League.

Mike Norman / 12 June 2009 / Leave a comment

The stats aren't good, but "Mystical" Mike Norman believes that Middlesbrough, Newcastle and West Brom are all capable of returning to the Premier League, and deserve to be the favourites to do so.......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Friday June 12

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Premier League Relegation Betting: Yes he's a Geordie but primarily he's a very good manager

Frank Gregan / 11 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Frank Gregan knows better than most who is or isn't a Geordie and has no doubts about which category Steve Bruce comes under. More importantly he's the right man to take Sunderland to the next level......Read more »

Premier League Betting: Managers often move for the right seasons

Paul Moon / 11 June 2009 / 1 Comments

As Ancelotti and Martinez arrive in the crazy world of Premier League football and Steve Bruce switches allegiances, Paul Moon looks at what motivates a manager to join a particular club and predicts how successful they might be this season....Read more »

Ronaldo Transfer: Real Madrid bid shakes up Premier League winner market

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 11 June 2009 / Leave a comment

As Manchester United accept Real Madrid's bid for Ronaldo, the 2009 Premier League champions drift in the betting to defend their title......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Thursday June 11

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World Cup Betting: England v Andorra

Tareq Quiroz / 10 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Fabio Capello can't seem to do too much wrong at the moment and as a result neither can England. Andorra are one of the true minnows of world football and TQ expects nothing other than a comfortable win. Best bet:...Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Wednesday June 10

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The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Tuesday June 9

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U21 European Championships Betting: England lack desire to triumph

Tareq Quiroz / 08 June 2009 / 1 Comments

Stuart Pearce may be taking a depleted squad to Sweden but, while it may not be Arsene Wenger's idea of how young talents should spend their summers, the Under 21 European Championships provide some prime punting opportunities, says Tareq Quiroz....Read more »

Premier League Betting: The right move?

Mike Norman / 08 June 2009 / Leave a comment

The summer transfers are just about to hit full swing, and here at betting.betfair we will be keeping you up-to-date with all the Premier League ins and outs. "Mystical" Mike Norman rounds up what's happened so far.......Read more »

World Cup Qualifiers Round-up: Queiroz and Maradona sweat while Gabon march on

Ben Lyttleton / 08 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Four teams confirmed their places in South Africa after this weekend's round of World Cup qualifiers but for many more, a nervous summer awaits before the next round of fixtures in September, writes Ben Lyttleton......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Monday June 8

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Football Betting: English football in good health

Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco / 07 June 2009 / Leave a comment

As England's senior team already have one foot on the plane to South Africa and the Under 21s look in good nick ahead of the European Championships next week, Jamie "The Pacman" Pacheco reflects on the general state of English...Read more »

World Cup 2010 Qualifier Betting: Kazakhstan v England

Tareq Quiroz / 05 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Kazakhstan are minnows and England's stars should dispose of them with a maximum of ease, says Tareq Quiroz. However, football doesn't always work like that - so could the home side give Fabio Capello's men a hiccup on the road...Read more »

Football Betting: A few of the world's greats bow out

Alsy / 05 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Pavel Nedved, Paolo Maldini and Luis Figo have all decided to call it a day after long and illustrious careers spent winning trophies and entertaining fans. Alister Morgan looks at their reasons and rounds up the other players that called...Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Friday June 5

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World Cup 2010 Qualifier Betting: Bulgaria v Republic of Ireland

Paul Byrne / 04 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Paul Byrne looks ahead to Saturday's match as Trappatoni and co. prepare for battle......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Thursday June 4

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Next Manager Betting: Not all ex-Man Utd number 7s are in seventh heaven

Frank Gregan / 03 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Gordon Strachan, Eric Cantona and Steve Coppell all once wore the famous Man Utd number 7 jersey as well as making the headlines in the last week, albeit for very different reasons. Frank Gregan investigates....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Wednesday June 3

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Championship Betting: Middlesbrough and Newcastle must come back at the first attempt.

Mike Norman / 02 June 2009 / Leave a comment

It's been a season of woe in the north-east, not least for our 'man up north' "Mystical" Mike Norman. Mike's a realist though, and here he tells us why and where it all went wrong for Middlesbrough and Newcastle......Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Tuesday June 2

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Ancelotti appointment must be the first of many changes at Chelsea

Tareq Quiroz / 01 June 2009 / Leave a comment

Fresh blood is needed at Stamford Bridge as ageing squad begins to creak....Read more »

The Joker's Bet Of The Day: Monday June 1

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