#The South

Forget Eddie Jones for a moment. Let's talk about Subbuteo. If you were a young sporting fan, it was the game for you back in the 1970's and 1980's. The game looked beautiful, with its lush green felt pitches, plentiful accessories, and detailed crowd models all the way down to one man and his dog. You could even buy the picket fences and…

2023 is here, meaning the 28th season of Betfred Super League is just around the corner. But what are we thinking about most for each club as the new campaign approaches? Here's part one of your handy guide... CASTLEFORD TIGERS Stealing your neighbours' half-back of eight years standing is a lark, isn't it? Cas have nicked Jacob Miller from…

1 - Who will win the World Cup? On home soil, and with a star-studded squad full of pace and power, there is no doubt that France are the team to beat. However, this looks like being one of the most open World Cups ever, with at least six teams capable of going all the way. Bring it on. 2 - Can Ireland break their glass ceiling? Heart says yes,…

Eight points clear in the Premier League, playing the most free-flowing soccer in England, and now humbling its fiercest rivals in front of their own fans. For Arsenal, this season can hardly get any better. A 2-0 win over Tottenham on Sunday left no doubt over who the dominant force is in north London. And it's becoming increasingly hard to…

LONDON (AP) - Arsenal extended its Premier League lead to eight points with a 2-0 win at Tottenham in the north London derby on Sunday that was helped by an own-goal by goalkeeper Hugo Lloris. Lloris turned a cross from Bukayo Saka into his own net in the 14th minute to hand Arsenal the lead and Martin Odegaard doubled the advantage with a low shot…

It is not often you read these words but today they are true: the Tokoroa trainers could be worth following at today's Tauranga meeting. Horse racing is not the first thing that comes to mind when most people think of Tokoroa and even hardened punters probably don't realise there is an 1800m training track just outside the South Waikato town. Run…

Day 1 at the Australian Open sees former Australian Open Champion Stan Wawrinka taking on Alex Molcan, with Stefanos Tsitsipas also on the match card. We have predictions for every day 1 men's and women's match in Melbourne here at Last Word on Tennis. Shane Black: Stefanos Tsitsipas is one of the favorites to win this event. He did not drop a…

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Arsenal look to continue their title charge as they head across north London to take on rivals Tottenham in another massive north London derby. The Gunners currently sit with a slender lead at the top of the Premier League, with Antonio Conte's Spurs side sitting precariously in fifth, two points outside a Champions League spot and 11 points behind…

The Texas A&M Aggies (11-5, 3-0 SEC) will attempt to build on a five-game winning run when visiting the South Carolina Gamecocks (8-8, 1-2 SEC) on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Colonial Life Arena. It airs at 6:00 PM ET on SEC Network. Keep reading to find betting insights and statistics to help place a wager on the Aggies' (-379 to win on the…

Newcastle will bid to return to winning ways in the Premier League as the race for Champions League qualification intensifies. The Magpies welcome high-flying Fulham to St James' Park having been held to goalless draws in their last two league outings against Leeds and Arsenal. Anything less than all three points will hamper Newcastle's top-four…

Chelsea will be hoping to secure a 12th consecutive win against Crystal Palace when they host the south Londoners at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon. The pair have both endured difficult runs over the past two months - struggling for form in the Premier League and being knocked out of the FA Cup and the EFL Cup respectively - which has caused…

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Liverpool Brighton and Liverpool to end as a draw & both teams to score - 10/3 Bet £10 and get £43 in return Our recommended bet for Saturday's clash at the Amex Stadium comes in the form of a draw between Brighton & Hove Albion and Liverpool, featuring goals from both sides. A £10 wager for such an outcome will secure you…

Liverpool have endured an inconsistent return to action after the 2022 World Cup, with two Premier League wins from three games, and they face a major test at Brighton on January 14. Jurgen Klopp's side were held to a 2-2 FA Cup draw at home to Wolves last weekend, as Brighton cruised past EFL Championship high flyers Middlesbrough, and a trip to…

Liverpool must rediscover their consistency if they are to finish in the top four, but Brighton is not an easy place to go. Here are the latest match odds for Brighton & Hove Albion vs Liverpool from Spreadex. Brighton: 23/10 Draw: 14/5 Liverpool: 16/5 Spreadex BetUK Unibet Betway 888sport Pixiebet kwiff Betmorph Rhino.bet BetVictor After the turn…

Argentina, one of the pre-tournament favorites to win the World Cup, will look to get their campaign back on track when they face familiar foe Mexico Saturday. Lionel Messi and company are coming off of a shocking 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia and now have no more margin for error as they look to position themselves in the top two of Group C ahead of…

Fixture: (2) Casper Ruud vs Tomas Machac Date: 17 January 2023. Tournament: Australian Open 2023. Round: First round (Round of 128). Venue: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia. Surface: Hard. Prize Money: A$76500000. Second seed Casper Ruud will face Czech Republic's Tomas Machac in the first round of the Australian Open. Ruud started the 2023…

Spurs have an extremely poor defensive record in front of their own fans and their arch rivals will be aiming to take full advantage Sunday evening sees another instalment in one of the Premier League's fiercest rivalries as Arsenal make the short trip to Tottenham for the north London derby. The visitors are top of the table and 11 points clear of…

Liverpool's performance was much less convincing - albeit against a Wolves side rejuvenated under Julen Lopetegui. Some controversial refereeing decisions spared the Reds' blushes as they drew 2-2 to take the tie to a replay. That means Jurgen Klopp's side are still looking for a first victory in 2023 as they try to close the gap on the likes of…

Tommy Lyons ranks the country's greatest horsemen from the past 50 years. A star from the outset, Walsh served notice of what was to come by winning the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham aboard Alexander Banquet, and winning the Aintree Grand National at the first attempt. He showed his outstanding natural ability and adaptability by being able to ride…

Milan's capitulation against Roma last weekend has opened the door for Juventus - who were much-maligned earlier in the season - to become the main challengers to Napoli. And the opportunity for the Old Lady to cut the gap at the top to just four points presents itself on Friday evening as Massimiliano Allegri's men head to Stadio Diego Armando…

Liverpool's search for a first victory in 2023 takes them down to the South Coast on Saturday as they're back in Premier League action against Brighton. Jurgen Klopp's side began the new year with a frustrating defeat to Brentford and rode their luck in a 2-2 draw with Wolves in the FA Cup on the weekend. They've only lost once to Brighton since…

Rangers to win 2-1 against Aberdeen- 15/2! At 15/2, a £10 bet would return £85! Betfred Sports Bet £10 Get £60 in Bonuses Will Rangers remain on course for a first League Cup triumph in 12 years, or can Aberdeen spring a surprise and reach the final? Back in May, the Light Blues ended their wait for silverware at Hampden, beating Hearts 2-0 after…

THE thrill of Runbro's victory in last month's Nhill Cup has been soured somewhat. At only his second run this preparation, the Belinda O'Loughlin trained gelding produced the goods to win his second cup for 2022 and his connections were looking forward to a successful 2023 summer cups campaign. "He did a tendon and has been retired," stable…

BRIGHTON are reportedly interested in Yasin Ayari amid rumours of Moises Caicedo's departure. The Seagulls are flying high in eighth place in the Premier League, but could be about to lose one of their most important players this season. Caicedo has been vital to their success so far this campaign, but it is reported his glistening performances…

MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly admitted they overpaid for Antony in the summer. The deal put him fourth on the list of the Premier League's most expensive players behind Jack Grealish, Romelu Lukaku and Paul Pogba. He hit the ground running with goals in each of his first three league matches. But since then he has managed just two goals and…

If you're looking for some fantasy soccer picks for this weekend's latest round of fixtures, look no further, because Vegas Odds has you covered. Jump to: Fantasy soccer betting is becoming incredibly popular among sports fans. The concept is very simple, simply pick five players from either team (or all five from the same team) in an eligible…

MANCHESTER UNITED reportedly rejected the chance to sign Antony for £53million - before eventually paying £86m. The Red Devils made the Brazilian, 22, the fourth most expensive Premier League purchase of all-time in the summer when he left Ajax for Old Trafford. But that came after a long transfer saga in which the prospect of signing Antony arose…

It has been a hugely eventful year in the world of rugby, amid a plethora of incident and individual excellence. Here's our A-Z guide of what went on in 2021. A is for Alun Wyn Where better to start than with a man who has risen to new heights this part year amid more superhuman exploits. Having skippered Wales to the Six Nations title, he was then…

To start the final round of group matches at the World Cup, Group A finishes on Tuesday with three teams fighting for two spots in the knockout round. Senegal and Ecuador are likely facing off to decide which one of those teams advances, but the Netherlands hasn't clinched its spot either. The hosts Qatar are looking to avoid being the first host…

A horse in Hong Kong has stunned punters by coming from miles behind to win its very first race. Pakistan Star, bred in Germany, stormed from last to first to claim a dramatic victory in the Racing Goes On Griffin Plate at Sha Tin racecourse. The two-year-old gelding was paying $16 for a win before the start but those odds looked stingy as Pakistan…

Below are detailed notes on the individual lots: Lot 3: Cadenza - colt by Rafeef out of Casadesus: By the same sire as Gr1 winners Aragosta, Master Archie and Thunderstruck, as well as recent G2 Dingaans winner Union Square, Cadenza hails from a truly exceptional female line. She is out of the smart race mare Casadesus, who won three times up to…

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) - In most markets the howling about making the NCAA men's basketball tournament begins in March. This isn't most college basketball markets. Never has been. Never will be. The howling about the NCAA Tournament outlook for John Calipari's sagging University of Kentucky team whipped into overdrive Tuesday night. That will…

South Sydney can't be trusted to cover a big handicap despite playing at home. I am backing Brisbane's defence to keep this closer than the odds suggest. South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Brisbane Broncos Predictions Head to Head South Sydney Rabbitohs Form South Sydney Rabbitohs Injuries & Team News South Sydney Rabbitohs Team List Brisbane Broncos…

Leigh Halfpenny is not a man who seeks confrontation, at least he doesn't when he's off the rugby field. Just about the most softly-spoken and shy player on the circuit, he has an unassuming personality that some would consider at odds with his soaring status in the sport. So you wonder whether Halfpenny will have the stomach for the animosity and…

In the offseason, the transfer portal is at the forefront of college football. For West Virginia, it has resulted in the loss of several key players, leaving head coach Neal Brown to turn to the portal for new talent to bring to Morgantown. Brown and his staff have so far acquired seven transfer commitments through the portal. Although the new…

South Africa Women Under-19s will be up against Australia Women Under-19s (SA-WU19 vs AU-WU19) in the 13th match of the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup Warmup Matches. The St Stithians Main Oval in Johannesburg will host this contest on Wednesday, January 11. Ahead of the match, here's all you need to know about the SA-WU19 vs AU-WU19 Dream11 Fantasy…

The South Florida Bulls (7-9, 0-3 AAC) hope to halt a three-game losing streak when visiting the No. 1 Houston Cougars (16-1, 4-0 AAC) at 8:00 PM ET on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Fertitta Center. The game airs on ESPN. Keep reading to find betting insights and statistics to help place a wager on the Cougars' (-8964 to win on the moneyline)…

South Africa's world-class racecaller Alistair Cohen jets into Johannesburg today and was reflecting on a memorable six month professional adventure that exceeded his wildest expectations. Talking to the Sporting Post this past weekend, the Durbanite told how he had thoroughly enjoyed World Cup night and absorbed what is a rare experience in any…

Even amid all of their Premier League success. Pep Guardiola's side have become synonymous with the competition since his landing in England, lifting the trophy on four separate occasions since 2018. Dethroned last season, City look favourites to win it again this time around. In fantastic form and with holders Liverpool and Premier League leaders…

It's been a year when disciplinary decisions have been in the spotlight like never before. We've had the Joe Marler gypsy-boy row, Argentine assaults, a vicious hit on a female referee and a suspension following a bizarre incident in an airport toilet cubicle! Rugby correspondent Simon Thomas looks back on these and the players who picked up bans…

Listening to Richie Collins reflect on his playing career, you come to realise he was very much a man out of his time. With his basketball background, he was blessed with rare skills for a forward in the 1980s and'90s - the Justin Tipuric of his day. He also adopted a professional approach in an amateur era, with a dedicated focus on fitness and…

When betting golf, you have to be prepared for some pain or "sadness" as Collin Morikawa called it after Sunday's final round at Kapalua. Morikawa looked like he was going to be a wire-to-wire winner at the Sentry Tournament of Champions as he had a nine-shot lead on the field with 17 holes left to play. At the turn, Morikawa was -20000 to win. He…

The Premier League reappears quickly this weekend after plenty of cup action had the top teams involved. The Smart Acca has helped to tip a stat-backed four fold on Man United, Arsenal, Brentford and Brighton to win at 50/1 on Betfair this weekend. Betfair: Bet £10 get £30 - CLAIM HERE Smart Acca can help you choose the best bets for the action and…

Newcastle's Flat card features a conditions race over a mile and a quarter with some smart older performers entered up. They include the John & Thady Gosden pair Harrovian and Forest of Dean who finished third and fifth respectively in a listed race at Lingfield in November which has thrown up some winners since. This looks a bit less competitive,…

Manchester City are the current favourites to lift the League Cup this season and Pep Guardiola's side travel to Southampton in the quarter-finals on Wednesday. Our man Tom Winch is on hand with his best bets for the game. St Mary's is the venue for the EFL Cup Quarter-Final clash between Nathan Jones' Southampton and Manchester City's Pep…

The Saints have been conceding regularly and the holders of the Carabao Cup should be able to claim a comfortable quarter final win Manchester City head to Southampton in the quarter-final of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday evening with Pep Guardiola's men overwhelming favourites to progress to the last four of the competition they have won six times…

Southampton have won both cup ties they have played under Nathan Jones but it will be a surprise if they make it a hat-trick when Manchester City visit on Wednesday (kick-off, 8pm). The sides meet in the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup with both having enjoyed successful weekends in the FA Cup, Saints winning 2-1 at Crystal Palace and City thumping…

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