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| PREMIER LEAGUE Weekend PREVIEW by Gerry McDonnell (Friday, December 29, 2006) |
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A Spanish Beer Mug
I've really enjoyed the festive break. Unlike the majority of my
contemporaries, I resisted the temptation to get drunk every
night; on Christmas Day, I collapsed at lunchtime.
Frank Lampard is also a fan of the occasional swift one. A Spanish
chauffeuse has alleged that the Chelsea man 'took a while to finish'
as a result of a champagne binge; I just hope his shooting was less
erratic than in the Premiership.
A bad week is about to get worse for the chubby midfielder.
The champions have been leaking goals since John Terry stole
my patented 'I can't come to work today, i've got a bad back' line;
a Fulham win at the Bridge is simply too big at 20/1.
I refuse to waste money on a breathalyzer kit; I find the 'how big
is the girl i'm considering sleeping with' test a far more accurate
guide to intoxication. I may have been paraletic when I met the
wife; but it's in relative sobriety that I suggest a bet on Tottenham
at 7/4 to see off Liverpool.
Losses are like a Spanish driver, you should never chase them
after a couple of beers. Newcastle have cost me a small fortune
in recent weeks; I'm fighting the temptation to lump on Everton
at a beguiling 6/5.
I must congratulate the Toffeemen on the surprise result of the
season, a Jose Mourinho apology was trading at 100/1 on the
exchanges. It's pretty much accepted now that Andy Johnson
does not go down, a policy I wholeheartedly agree with. AJ can
open the scoring at an upstanding 5/1.
The loss of Henri Camara would be a blow under normal
circumstances, but when it leaves Emile Heskey leading the
line, it's bordering on a catastrophe. Watford can shock the
Latics at 17/10.
I tend to think of myself as a role-model; plenty of women have
looked up to me. I like my first goalscorers like I like my women;
Young. Ashley can bang in the first goal at an ample 17/2.
I've always been a fan of Eskimo culture. I doubt that there's
any truth in the myth that they used to cast out their elderly,
but I remain a massive supporter of the concept. Sir Alex officially
becomes a pensioner on New Years Eve, three points against Reading
at 1/5 will be a welcome gift.
Charlton haven't found the net in any of their last four meetings with
Aston Villa; and that's when they were half decent. At the time of
writing, Charlton were on their third manager of the season; the Villa
can ask the Charlton board another question at 13/8.
I'm a definite optimist. If a pint glass is half full of lager, I don't think
of it as half empty; I just pinch it. Alcohol theft is not cool, backing
Bolton at evens to beat Pompey undoubtedly is.
Manchester City will struggle to score at Upton Park. Anton
Ferdinand will literally have Dickov in his pocket, Samaras looks
out of his depth and Vassell only scores against the Villa. The
Hammers are nailed on at 5/4.
Blackburn have announced that Robbie Savage has been tied up
in a 'golden handcuffs' deal. To my deep and sincere regret, that's
only a metaphor. The even money about a Rovers win over Boro
will soften the blow.
Would it be overdramatic to claim that Cesc Fabregas is potentially
the Premiership's greatest ever player? It would be if you bellowed
it out while frantically waving your arms. You'll be shrieking like
Frank Lampard's new driver if you miss out on Arsenal at 8/15 at
Bramall Lane.
This week's accer is so easy, it's going to oblige with or without a
bottle of bubbly. Aston Villa, Blackburn, Bolton and Everton are
the sure-fire selections, the payout is a sparkling 20/1.
Weekend Betting:
Charlton v Aston Villa Saturday 30th December 12:45 Live on Premiership Plus
Charlton 7/4
Draw 9/4
Aston Villa 13/8
Get on: Aston Villa
Match Special: Villa to score a penalty 13/2
Blackburn v Middlesbrough Saturday 30th December 15:00
Blackburn Evs
Draw 23/10
Middlesbrough 3/1
Get on: Blackburn
Match Special: McCarthy to score two or more goals 6/1
Bolton v Portsmouth Saturday 30th December 15:00
Bolton Evs
Draw 12/5
Portsmouth 3/1
Get on: Bolton
Match Special: Anelka to score from outside the area 9/2
Chelsea v Fulham Saturday 30th December 15:00
Chelsea 2/9
Draw 11/2
Fulham 20/1
Get on: Fulham
Match Special: Fulham to win 2-1 66/1
Everton v Newcastle Saturday 30th December 15:00
Everton 6/5
Draw 9/4
Newcastle 5/2
Get on: Everton
Match Special: Everton to win and keep a clean sheet 11/4
Man Utd v Reading Saturday 30th December 15:00
Man Utd 1/5
Draw 5/1
Reading 14/1
Get on: Man Utd
Match Special: Ronaldo to score direct from a free kick 6/1
Tottenham v Liverpool Saturday 30th December 15:00
Tottenham 7/4
Draw 9/4
Liverpool 13/8
Get on: Tottenham
Match Special: Defoe to score the only goal of the game 33/1
Watford v Wigan Saturday 30th December 15:00
Watford 17/10
Draw 9/4
Wigan 7/4
Get on: Watford
Match Special: Watford to score three or more goals 11/2
West Ham v Man City Saturday 30th December 15:00
West Ham 5/4
Draw 9/4
Man City 5/2
Get on: West Ham
Match Special: Benayoun to score at any time 3/1
Sheff Utd v Arsenal Saturday 30th December 17:15 Live on Sky
Sheff Utd 11/2
Draw 3/1
Arsenal 8/15
Get on: Arsenal
Match Special: Van Persie to score from a Fabregas pass 9/2
Posted by soccerbetting.info @ 1:23 AM
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| PREMIER LEAGUE Weekend PREVIEW by Gerry McDonnell (Thursday, December 21, 2006) |
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All I want for Christmas is Ewe
I hate Christmas. Last year the wife bought me a 'Rudolf' umbrella
just so she could use the line, 'It looks line rain dear'. My decision
to kick her out of the house was perfectly justified.
In a freakish coincidence, I saw another umbrella as a result of
her mother's gift. I can't complain too much though, it had a
street value of 35 pound.
The Premiership's very own 'Rudolf' will soon be joining me in the
miserable corner. Fergie's title aspirations received a Hammer
blow last week; the Villa can land a knockout strike at 9/2.
I'm taking the kids to Villa Park to see young Rooney; it's the only
way they'll get to see a fat man with a beard this Christmas. Get
your claws into Petrov at 16/1 to score the first goal.
Apparently, the Chelsea players are spending a total of 5 quid on
presents for each other; typical flash footballers. A win over
Wigan at 4/9 could see the champions on top of the tree on
Christmas day.
AC Milan president Silvio Berlusconi has sensationally labelled
Andriy Shevchenko a 'lap-dog'. At least the Chelsea flop is under
the thumb of a super-model; I get ordered around by a mad Sweaty.
I'm nuts about the 4/1 for a Drogba opener.
Everton have asked the FA to launch an enquiry into Jose
Mourinho's tirade against Andy Johnson; I expect the FA's
report to contain three words.
Like Jesus, Steve Coppell has performed absolute miracles this
season. I can see Reading getting the better of the Moyes boys
at 7/5.
I was shocked to read that Anton Ferdinand made out with Big
Brother's Aisleyne at West Ham's Christmas do. It wasn't the
fact that he was partying so soon after Alan Pardew's dismissal
that upset me; I just hate to picture unattractive people kissing.
I'm cuddling the 9/4 about a draw between Fulham and the
Hammers.
Liverpool's festive shindig looked a classy affair. Robbie Fowler
dressed up as Saddam Hussein, Dirk Kuyt donned a Superman
outfit and I'm guessing Peter Crouch came as the beanstalk.
Jermaine Pennant wanted to go as a highway robber; but was
told he needed fancy dress. You can't disguise the fact that
Liverpool will demolish Watford at 1/4.
Stevie Gerrard has been awarded the freedom of the borough
of Knowsley. One perk is that he can freely drive his sheep
down the main street; Craig Bellamy wants a piece of that action.
I want a piece of the 9/2 about Bellamy netting the opener.
Where would we be without laughter? Watching Soccer AM.
I'm in hysterics at the 7/4 on offer for a Bolton win at
Manchester City.
Could there be more to Iain Dowie's dismissal than meets the
eye? There's a rumour going around that he was sacked to
avoid potential mistletoe related resignations at the Crimbo
lash-up. That theory remains contentious; few would argue
with the 4/5 on offer for Boro at home to the Addicks.
Arsenal v Blackburn is as close as you can get to 'Beauty and
the Beast' without staring through my front window. The 4/11
about the Gunners is simply stunning.
Robbie Savage must be backed at 7/4 to pick up a booking.
It's the only way he'll get a card this Christmas.
I'm incredibly jealous of Matt Taylor. While i've been stuck
at home with a Christmas pudding, the Pompey star has bagged
a couple of real crackers. The 8/13 on offer for a Portsmouth win
over Sheffield United is so attractive; I'm considering kicking the
wife out and moving it in.
I'm embarrassed to say that if Tottenham fail to win at St James'
Park, the kids are having bread and butter for their Christmas
dinner. If Spurs come through at 7/4, I'm going to splash out on
a jar of strawberry jam.
I am so confident that the weekend accer of Arsenal, Boro, Pompey,
Reading and Chelsea will romp in at 12/1; i've already paid for the
wife's Christmas presents out of the winnings. There's a miniskirt
and a weekend break in Ipswich under the tree.
Weekend Betting:
Fulham v West Ham Saturday 23rd December 12:45 Live on Sky
Fulham 13/10
Draw 9/4
West Ham 2/1
Get on: Draw
Match Special: Harewood to score in a 1-1 draw 16/1
Arsenal v Blackburn Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Arsenal 4/11
Draw 7/2
Blackburn 8/1
Get on: Arsenal
Match Special: Robin Van Persie to score direct from a free kick 7/1
Aston Villa v Man Utd Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Aston Villa 9/2
Draw 11/4
Man Utd 4/6
Get on: Aston Villa
Match Special: Petrov to score the only goal of the game 125/1
Liverpool v Watford Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Liverpool 1/4
Draw 9/2
Watford 14/1
Get on: Liverpool
Match Special: Bellamy to score a hat-trick 16/1
Man City v Bolton Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Man City 6/4
Draw 9/4
Bolton 7/4
Get on: Bolton
Match Special: Diouf to score with a header 8/1
Middlesbrough v Charlton Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Middlesbrough 4/5
Draw 12/5
Charlton 7/2
Get on: Middlesbrough
Match Special: Middlesbrough to score four or more goals 7/1
Newcastle v Tottenham Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Newcastle 6/4
Draw 9/4
Tottenham 7/4
Get on: Tottenham
Match Special: Berbatov and Defoe both to score 8/1
Portsmouth v Sheff Utd Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Portsmouth 8/13
Draw 5/2
Sheff Utd 9/2
Get on: Portsmouth
Match Special: Matt Taylor to score from outside the area 7/1
Reading v Everton Saturday 23rd December 15:00
Reading 7/5
Draw 9/4
Everton 2/1
Get on: Reading
Match Special: Reading to keep a clean sheet 13/8
Wigan v Chelsea Saturday 23rd December 17:15 Live on Premiership Plus
Wigan 7/1
Draw 3/1
Chelsea 4/9
Get on: Chelsea
Match Special: Chelsea to win either 2-0 or 3-0 11/4
Posted by soccerbetting.info @ 10:09 AM
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| PREMIER LEAGUE Weekend PREVIEW by Gerry McDonnell (Friday, December 15, 2006) |
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Ex-Panda Bull
I feel a genuine affinity with Alan Pardew; as I too have been
unjustly dismissed from the workplace. My only 'crime' was
being young and in love. Admittedly, it was wrong of us to
consummate our relationship during working hours; but I remain
convinced that the zookeeper overreacted.
Eggert Magnusson may well rue the decision to harpoon the
former Hammer-head. Alan Curbishley is undoubtedly a
competent replacement, but like Frank Lampard, he'll take a
while to find his feet. The 'Egg man' has handed Man U three
points at a cracking 1/2.
Rio Ferdinand is unable to look back on his time at Upton Park
with any real fondness; he has the memory span of a dead goldfish.
Rio and Vidic look rock solid at the back, a United clean sheet
appeals at 11/10.
Chelsea will have to beat Everton to keep pace with the leaders,
and I'm absolutely convinced that they will. I'm all over the 4/7
like John Terry on a referee.
Let's hope that Drogba keeps the theatrics to a minimum.
(Diving is only ever acceptable after several lagers.) Didi looks
the most likely first scorer at 9/2.
Roman Abramovic has placed 500m pound in a trust fund to
secure Chelsea's future. Ashley Cole was expecting £505m;
he's so upset about the situation he's in talks with his publisher.
I'm grabbing 5/2 about Chelsea winning 1-0 or 2-0.
Sol Campbell represented Arsenal on 197 occasions and he can
justifiably feel proud that he avoided a breakdown in the majority
of those matches. Sol returns with a Pompey team who have
conceded 25 goals on their last 7 trips to Highbury; you'll be
mad if you miss the Gunners at 4/9.
The influx of foreign owners in the Premiership may appear a
cause for concern, but like the 'back-pass rule' or giving women
'the vote', there's nothing to fear in practice. Liverpool are quite
rightly licking their lips at the thought of a cool Sheikh; I'm
excited about 4/6 for a Pool win at the Valley.
Newcastle are suffering with injuries. Owen, Ameobi, Parker,
Duff, Bramble, Moore, Bernard, Harper, Carr, Emre, Solano
and Sibierski are either ruled out or doubtful; and in a stunning
development, Kieron Dyer may also miss the game through
injury. Watford can snatch a draw at St James' Park at 13/5.
Apart from the top four places, the Premiership is completely
wide open this season. The result of Reading v Blackburn could
be absolutely anything; except for a draw or an away win. The
Royals are smoking at 6/5.
Neil Warnock has been remarkably restrained on the touchline
this season; i've a feeling that he's about to explode like Robbie
Savage when the average price of a caravan rose dramatically in
the late 90s. Wigan look a great bet at 10/11 to light the spark.
El Hadji Diouf is suspended for the trip to Aston Villa; allowing
him to spend some quality time at home with his wife. All the
stats point to a draw like it's a ginger boy in a ballet class. Get
involved at 11/5.
Man City are unbeaten at home and Tottenham are yet to win
away; the 6/4 about a home win looks a trifle too big. I expect
City to come out all guns blazing from the start. In Manchester,
that's not a metaphor.
My computer is a lot like the wife, if the information is punched
in correctly, positive results are guaranteed. My spreadsheet
plays a sound if the odds offered by a bookmaker are greater
than the actual probability of success; when I placed 5/4 next
to Fulham, it whipped out a guitar.
Liverpool, Reading, Wigan, Chelsea and Fulham are the sure-fire
selections for the weekend accer. The payout of 21/1 is so sweet;
it reminds me of my first love. I'll never forget you Ling-Ling.
Weekend Betting:
Charlton v Liverpool Saturday 16th December 12:45 Live on Premiership Plus
Charlton 5/1
Draw 14/5
Liverpool 4/6
Get on: Liverpool
Match Special: Liverpool to score four or more goals 6/1
Arsenal v Portsmouth Saturday 16th December 15:00
Arsenal 4/9
Draw 10/3
Portsmouth 15/2
Get on: Arsenal
Match Special: Gilberto to score at any time 4/1
Newcastle v Watford Saturday 16th December 15:00
Newcastle 8/11
Draw 13/5
Watford 9/2
Get on: Draw
Match Special: No goalscorer in the match 10/1
Reading v Blackburn Saturday 16th December 15:00
Reading 6/5
Draw 23/10
Blackburn 13/5
Get on: Reading
Match Special: Doyle to score the first goal 5/1
Wigan v Sheff Utd Saturday 16th December 15:00
Wigan 10/11
Draw 12/5
Sheff Utd 7/2
Get on: Wigan
Match Special: Camara to score two or more goals 11/2
Aston Villa v Bolton Saturday 16th December 17:15 Live on Premiership Plus
Aston Villa 11/8
Draw 11/5
Bolton 11/5
Get on: Draw
Match Special: Petrov to score in a 1-1 draw 25/1
Everton v Chelsea Sunday 17th December 13:45 Live on Sky
Everton 11/2
Draw 14/5
Chelsea 4/7
Get on: Chelsea
Match Special: Chelsea to keep a clean sheet 11/10
Man City v Tottenham Sunday 17th December 15:00
Man City 6/4
Draw 23/10
Tottenham 9/5
Get on: Man City
Match Special: Richards to score with a header 9/1
West Ham v Man Utd Sunday 17th December 16:00 Live on Sky
West Ham 13/2
Draw 10/3
Man Utd 1/2
Get on: Man Utd
Match Special: Saha to score two or more goals 5/1
Fulham v Middlesbrough Monday 18th December 20:00 Live on Sky
Fulham 5/4
Draw 9/4
Middlesbrough 5/2
Get on: Fulham
Match Special: Fulham to score three or more goals 4/1
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Both Manchester United and Chelsea could pull further away from the pack while Arsenal and Liverpool should edge ahead of Portsmouth in the table this weekend writes David Walker. Saturday 16 December Charlton Athletic vs Liverpool
Fourth placed Liverpool have the chance to overtake Portsmouth if they can beat hapless Charlton at The Valley. Les Reed's arrival has not stopped the rot and even though the Addicks are off the bottom of the table, morale will be low following a 5-1 drubbing at Tottenham last weekend. Liverpool won their first away game of the season against Wigan Athletic a fortnight ago with a thumping 4-0 victory and netted the same amount against Fulham at Anfield last weekend. The already under-fire Reed could be in for a torrid afternoon.
Walker's Word
1x2: Liverpool @ 4/6 (Coral)
AH: Liverpool - 3/4 (Betfred)
OU: Over 2.5 goals @ 6/5 (VCBet) Arsenal vs Portsmouth
Arsenal did Manchester United a favour last Sunday by holding Chelsea to a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge and could move above Portsmouth by beating them at the Emirates Stadium. Despite Pompey being three positions in the table and two points ahead of the Gunners, the bookmakers have marked Arsene Wenger's side as huge odds-on favourites. Not much value you may think, but the last two meetings in North London between the pair have seen Arsenal win 4-0 and 3-0 respectively.
Walker's Word
1x2: Arsenal @ 2/5 (Paddy Power)
AH: Arsenal - 1 1/2 @ 21/20 (Gamebookers)
OU: Over 2.5 goals @ 9/10 (Coral) Newcastle United vs Watford
A battle between two struggling sides in which Newcastle have an entire team out injured while Watford seem content to stifle their opponents as they attempt to avoid the drop. The rock-bottom Hornets ground out a goalless draw at Reading last weekend and are likely to do the same against Newcastle. The Magpies are on a run of good form, winning their last three in a row but this could come to an end against the spoilers from Hertfordshire.
Walker's Word
1x2: Draw @ 5/2 (Paddy Power)
AH: Watford + 3/4 @ 11/10 (Betinternet)
OU: Under 2.5 goals @ 7/10 (Coral) Reading vs Blackburn Rovers
Following a run of three successive wins Reading have had a little blip in their last two matches, losing at Newcastle and managing only a goalless draw at Watford. They have a chance to make amends against a Blackburn side hovering dangerously above the relegation zone and who have won just one of their last nine league games. Mark Hughes's side have managed to win just once on the road so far this season, away at Middlesbrough in September.
Walker's Word
1x2: Reading @ 11/10 (Gamebookers)
AH: Reading - 1/2 @ 9/8 (Betfred)
OU: Under 2.5 goals @ 8/15 (VCBet) Wigan Athletic vs Sheffield United
Mid table Wigan can put some more distance between themselves and the drop zone with a victory against Sheffield United. A win against West Ham and draw against Middlesbrough, both on the road, will give the Latics confidence following a 4-0 home drubbing against Liverpool two weeks ago. The Blades will provide stern opposition and have clawed their way out of the relegation zone with two wins and a draw in their last three matches.
Walker's Word
1x2: Wigan @ 5/6 (VCBet)
AH: Wigan - 1/2 @ 10/11 (Betfred)
OU: Under 2.5 goals @ 4/6 (VCBet) Aston Villa vs Bolton Wanderers
This match has stalemate written all over it. Villa have been tough customers to beat and have won four and drawn three at home so far this season, their only defeat coming against Manchester City at the end of November. Bolton have not performed as well on their travels of late, losing by a 1-0 score in their last two away from home. The last three Premiership meetings at Villa Park have finished all square, 2-2, 1-1 and 1-1.
Walker's Word
1x2: Draw @ 11/5 (Coral)
AH: Bolton + 1/4 @ 9/10 (Betinternet)
OU: Under 2.5 goals @ 4/6 (VCBet) Sunday 17 December Everton vs Chelsea
Chelsea find themselves in the unfamiliar territory of playing catch-up to leaders Manchester United this season but can earn all three points at Goodison Park. The last three meetings have all been close affairs, finishing 1-1 last season and 1-0 in Chelsea's favour the two seasons prior. Chelsea's brand of unexciting football will probably be enough to grind out a 1-0 or 2-0 victory.
Walker's Word
1x2: Chelsea @ 4/7 (UK Betting)
AH: Chelsea - 1 1/2 @ 6/4 (Gamebookers)
OU: Under 2.5 goals @ 4/6 (VCBet) Manchester City vs Tottenham Hotspur
This weekend's previews have not relied much upon previous meetings but the match in the City of Manchester Stadium has stand-out past-season statistics. Galvanised by their 5-1 hammering of Charlton last weekend, Spurs travel to Manchester safe in the knowledge they won at City in four out of the last five meetings. Stuart Pearce's unbeaten home record could come to an end this Sunday.
Walker's Word
1x2: Spurs @ 15/8 (Betinternet)
AH: Spurs level ball @ 21/20 (Betfred)
OU: Over 2.5 goals @ 6/5 (VCBet) West Ham United vs Manchester United
Manchester United have an excellent opportunity to maintain their position at the top of the Premiership, providing they don't become victims to West Ham's 'new manager' syndrome following the sacking of Alan Pardew. United have been breathtaking this season and have won 10 out of their last 11 Premiership matches including their last five on the road. In contrast, West Ham have lost their three and five out of their last six following their Bonfire Night victory over Arsenal.
Walker's Word
1x2: Man Utd @ 4/9 (Betfred)
AH: Man Utd - 1 1/2 @ 6/5 (Gamebookers)
OU: Over 2.5 goals @ 9/10 (VCBet) Monday 18 December Fulham vs Middlesbrough
Following two successive defeats without even a goal for consolation, Fulham will relish the visit of Middlesbrough to Craven Cottage. Gareth Southgate's Boro are without a win away from home all season and could see their relegation problems worsen on Monday night. Fulham have won four out of five meetings between their pair in West London with a 1-0 score appearing twice.
Walker's Word
1x2: Fulham @ 11/10 (UK Betting)
AH: Fulham - 1/4 @ 7/8 (Betinternet)
OU: Under 2.5 goals @ 3/4 (Coral)
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| PREMIER LEAGUE Weekend PREVIEW by Gerry McDonnell (Thursday, December 07, 2006) |
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Gone in 64 seconds
I'm feeling a little bit inadequate. Apparently, a normal male
averages 20 minutes when expressing his love physically; I'm
assuming that includes the taxi journey and the queue for the
cashpoint.
My haste is a blessing in disguise for the wife, as she's on the
phone to her mother every 15 minutes. Her old dear doesn't
want to hear my shrieking voice; again.
On the subject of hidden blessings, Arsenal may well benefit from
the absence of Thierry Henry. The Gunners have looked a more
cohesive unit without their talismanic captain this season, the 4/1
about an Arsenal win at the Bridge should be jumped on; but not
for too long.
Robin Van Persie can open the scoring at 17/2. The little Dutchman's
left foot is so cultured; it can often be found sipping Pimms with
Graeme Le Saux at the theatre.
Sir Alex believes that his United team are on the verge of greatness,
Wayne Rooney may have toppled over the edge. The circular
forward can inspire United to derby day domination at 4/11.
It's rumoured that Cristiano Ronaldo has been offered the lead
role in a remake of the Michael Douglas classic, 'Falling Down'.
The collapsible winger should be backed to score at any time
at 9/4.
Biscuit magnate Eggert Magnusson has told the press that Alan
Pardew's throat will be cut if West Ham fail to perform; he's one
touch cookie. West Ham can snatch a point at the Reebok at 9/4.
Nice.
Newcastle United and Robbie Savage have a lot in common,
they're both awful travellers. Somewhat surprisingly, the Toon
Army have only tasted defeat at Ewood Park on one of their
last eight visits; a Savage led Blackburn can buck that trend
at 6/5.
Paul Jewell did a 'Baldrick' in the summer when he bought
Emile Heskey, I now expect him to do 'a Blackadder' and take
advantage of a rotten Boro. Wigan can leave the Riverside
with three points at 13/5.
Pompey and Everton shared 1-0 wins in last season's meet-ups,
but 'no goalscorer' paid out in both matches. Only the betting
naive (like Harry 'what's a computer' Redknapp) back a 0-0
scoreline. The 'No goalscorer' hat-trick is in play at 8/1.
Tottenham's treatment of Jermain Defoe has left me as bemused
as Monty Panesar. What could Defoe have done to deserve such
shoddy treatment? Perhaps he spiked his spinach or sent Olive
Oyl suggestive text messages. Spurs can beat up Charlton at 4/7,
with or without the miniscule goal machine.
The wife is a big fan of Reading; she's supported them ever since
her English teacher wrote 'reading difficulties' on her school report.
She's backing the Royals at 13/8 to see off Watford; if I write out
the betting slip.
It was odd to hear Neil Warnock begin a sentence with 'I'm a bit
like Arsene Wenger,' as he questioned the Premier League's schedule.
That's like the wife claiming to be 'a bit like Madonna' because she
sings after lovemaking. I'm mad on a Villa win at Bramall Lane at 8/5.
Sheikh Mohammed may sound like a BNP policy, but he's potentially
the new owner of Liverpool FC. The billionaire is normally associated
with the glamorous world of horse racing, where he can often be
found discussing opera with Robin Van Persie's left peg. The Reds
have an easy looking match at home to Fulham, dive into the Pool
at 4/11.
Man Utd, Blackburn, Liverpool, Tottenham and a Pompey draw are
the virtually guaranteed selections for an 18/1 accer. Admittedly,
it's never over 'til the fat lady sings; in my house, that's normally
after 64 seconds.
Weekend Betting:
Man Utd v Man City Saturday 9th December 12:45 Live on Premiership Plus
Man Utd 4/11
Draw 10/3
Man City 9/1
Get on: Man Utd
Match Special: Ronaldo to be booked for diving 9/1
Blackburn v Newcastle Saturday 9th December 15:00
Blackburn 6/5
Draw 9/4
Newcastle 11/4
Get on: Blackburn
Match Special: Blackburn to score three or more goals 4/1
Liverpool v Fulham Saturday 9th December 15:00
Liverpool 4/11
Draw 7/2
Fulham 17/2
Get on: Liverpool
Match Special: Bellamy to score two or more goals 5/1
Middlesbrough v Wigan Saturday 9th December 15:00
Middlesbrough 6/5
Draw 9/4
Wigan 13/5
Get on: Wigan
Match Special: Camara to score the only goal of the game 50/1
Portsmouth v Everton Saturday 9th December 15:00
Portsmouth 6/5
Draw 9/4
Everton 9/4
Get on: Draw
Match Special: No goalscorer in the match 8/1
Tottenham v Charlton Saturday 9th December 15:00
Tottenham 4/7
Draw 3/1
Charlton 11/2
Get on: Tottenham
Match Special: Berbatov to score from outside the area 9/2
Watford v Reading Saturday 9th December 15:00
Watford 13/8
Draw 9/4
Reading 13/8
Get on: Reading
Match Special: Doyle to score the first goal 11/2
Bolton v West Ham Saturday 9th December 17:15 Live on Premiership Plus
Bolton 10/11
Draw 9/4
West Ham 7/2
Get on: Draw
Match Special: Tevez to score in a 1-1 draw 20/1
Chelsea v Arsenal Sunday 10th December 16:00 Live on Sky
Chelsea 8/11
Draw 12/5
Arsenal 4/1
Get on: Arsenal
Match Special: Van Persie to score direct from a free-kick 10/1
Sheff Utd v Aston Villa Monday 11th December 20:00 Live on Sky
Sheff Utd 2/1
Draw 9/4
Aston Villa 8/5
Get on: Aston Villa
Match Special: Villa to score a penalty 6/1
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| PREMIER LEAGUE Weekend PREVIEW by Gerry McDonnell (Friday, December 01, 2006) |
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Back to the Fuhrer
My old man has forgotten more about betting than I'll ever
know; he has Alzheimer's. It's bad news for the old fellow,
but it's a result for me at Christmas.
He always used to say, "Never overestimate the importance
of recent form." He hasn't said this since his condition
deteriorated though; the poor sod thinks he's still fighting in
the war. The last coherent statement he made was, "We
must invade Poland."
Liverpool's recent form on the road may be abysmal, but the
cream will rise to the top like a Scouse salmon. Even the old
man is backing the Reds at 11/10 to see off Wigan; if he
remembers the location of the betting shop.
Jamie Carragher had said that he wouldn't swap Stevie
Gerrard for Ronaldinho, which coincidentally, is a view shared
by Barcelona. The in form Gerrard can inspire the Pool to a
2-0 win at 6/1.
Gareth Southgate is a rich man's Steve McClaren, which places
him one rung off the bottom of the English managerial ladder.
A Manchester United romp at 8/13 will be about as surprising
as the Sunday newspaper headline: 'Rooney KO's reporter,
sleeps with an old dear'.
If Wayne Rooney were so inclined, he could visit 'the canny
granny' twice a week (at £65 a pop) for the next 44 years,
and it would cost him less than 1% of the £30m deal he's just
agreed. Unlike the old lady in question, that's not too shabby.
The 4/1 on offer for Rooney to open the scoring is a genuine looker.
West Ham's new owner made his fortune in biscuits, so it could
be argued that Frank Lampard part-financed the deal. A draw
between Everton and West Ham looks a great investment at 9/4.
Alan Pardew is worried about a gambling culture at the club.
Apparently, the players enjoy the card game 'roaster'; it's a
variation of poker, played with more hands. Get your hands
on the 8/1 about 'no goalscorer' in the match.
As a result of recent defeats to Fulham and Bolton, Arsenal are
available at a huge 8/13 to see off Tottenham. Henry missed
the Reebok shoeing due to a pain in the neck; Robbie Savage
let his tyres down. Spurs will not be so fortunate.
Robbie Savage is like a box of tissues; girly, but useful.
Blackburn have only lost one of the last twelve games in which
the blonde bombshell has been involved; Fulham will succumb
to girl-power at 10/11.
In a climate where footballers and managers 'see no evil', 'hear
no evil' and 'roast no evil', it was refreshing to hear El Hadji Diouf
admit to taking the occasional dive. He's also an expert in
domestic conflict resolution; the lad's really growing on me.
Diouf's honesty will be rewarded with a win at the Madejski
at 15/8.
Les Reed has also embraced the concept of truth. His quote
of "Andy Reid's body shape makes him look worse than he is,"
is a polite way of saying "the fat lad done well." Charlton can
leave Bramall Lane with a point at a pleasantly plump 9/4.
I keep hearing how Watford have been unlucky this season;
but what about me? The house caught fire last year and the
wife wasn't even in. I'll say what I said to her mother when
we moved in for a few weeks shortly after; I've got a huge tip
for you. Get on Man City at 8/11.
Andy Cole and Kanu should both be involved when Pompey
face the Villa, and surprisingly, they're not being wheeled out
for a pre-match presentation. The Villa are in play at 9/4.
I'm feeling genuine remorse for criticising David James.
Judging by his new haircut, it's quite clear that the poor sod
is living with his mother, and she's still living in the 1940's.
I'll have to introduce her to my old man.
This week's accer is so inevitable, Doctor Who, Austin Powers,
'Bill and Ted' and Shakin' Michael J Fox have all declared
themselves powerless in the fight to prevent it from obliging.
Arsenal, Blackburn, Liverpool, Man Utd and Man City are the
selections, the payout is a Billie Piper pleasing 15/1.
Weekend Betting:
Arsenal v Tottenham Saturday 2nd December 12:45 Live on Premiership Plus
Arsenal 8/13
Draw 13/5
Tottenham 11/2
Get on: Arsenal
Match Special: Henry to score direct from a free kick 6/1
Blackburn v Fulham Saturday 2nd December 15:00
Blackburn 10/11
Draw 9/4
Fulham 3/1
Get on: Blackburn
Match Special: Blackburn to score three or more goals 7/2
Portsmouth v Aston Villa Saturday 2nd December 15:00
Portsmouth 5/4
Draw 9/4
Aston Villa 9/4
Get on: Aston Villa
Match Special: Gareth Barry to score with his left foot 5/1
Reading v Bolton Saturday 2nd December 15:00
Reading 6/4
Draw 9/4
Bolton 15/8
Get on: Bolton
Match Special: Anelka to score the only goal of the game 40/1
Sheff Utd v Charlton Saturday 2nd December 15:00
Sheff Utd 13/10
Draw 9/4
Charlton 23/10
Get on: Draw
Match Special: Match to finish 1-1 11/2
Wigan v Liverpool Saturday 2nd December 15:00
Wigan 11/4
Draw 9/4
Liverpool 11/10
Get on: Liverpool
Match Special: Kuyt to score two or more goals 6/1
Middlesbrough v Man Utd Saturday 2nd December 17:15 Live on Premiership Plus
Middlesbrough 5/1
Draw 13/5
Man Utd 8/13
Get on: Man Utd
Match Special: Rooney to score from outside the penalty area 9/2
Everton v West Ham Sunday 3rd December 16:00 Live on Sky
Everton 10/11
Draw 9/4
West Ham 10/3
Get on: Draw
Match Special: Under 2.5 goals in the game 8/13
Man City v Watford Monday 4th December 20:00 Live on Sky
Man City 8/11
Draw 12/5
Watford 9/2
Get on: Man City
Match Special: Barton to score at any time 4/1
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