Everton vs Man City Betting – Edin Dzeko 5/1 To Open Scoring
January 30, 2012
The top four are all in action on Tuesday night as the Premier League returns to our screens. Many believe the title race is now just between the Manchester clubs although Tottenham will argue that they still have a chance of clawing their way back into contention. League leaders Man City travel to Merseyside to face Everton, while United welcome Stoke to Old Trafford. Spurs will be looking for a comprehensive win at home to basement club Wigan, while Chelsea face the tough task of overcoming Swansea at the Liberty Stadium. It promises to be an interesting night’s football and there is every chance that there could be an upset or two.
Recent domestic cup defeats to Man Utd and Liverpool could in fact be a blessing in disguise for City as it allows Roberto Mancini’s men to fully concentrate on the league as they continue in their quest to win England’s top prize for the first time since 1968. Meanwhile Everton head into the game craving a moral boosting win to spark their lacklustre season into life. The Toffees are currently languishing down in 14th in the table and are without a win in four league games. However, they will be hoping that their progression through to the fifth round of the FA Cup at the weekend will spur them on.
Earlier in the season City beat Everton 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium courtesy of goals from Mario Balotelli and James Milner. It could well be a repeat scoreline on Tuesday, with City priced at 15/2 with Stan James to come away with a 2-0 win. They are available at 11/2 to win 1-0 and 13/2 to record a 2-1 win. Everton have a decent recent record against City, winning six of the last eight meetings before the start of the 2011/12 season, with City winning at Goodison Park just once since 1992.
While Man City have been scoring for fun Everton have really struggled in front of goal this season and have failed to score more than once in a league game since mid-November. Sergio Aguero has been installed as the 4/1 favourite in the First Goalscorer betting despite failing to score in the league since the start of January. Edin Dzeko could therefore be a more rewarding bet at 5/1, while David Silva has been priced at 15/2. Louis Saha and Tim Cahill can both be backed at 8/1 to open the scoring on Tuesday night.
Midweek Bonus Accumulators
- Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea & Tottenham All To Win @ 9/2
- Man City, Man United & Tottenham All To Win @ 21/10
- Chelsea, Tottenham & Liverpool All To Win @ 3/1
- Man City, Man United & Blackpool All To Win @ 3/1
Match Betting
Correct Score
First Goalscorer
- 4/1 – Sergio Aguero
- 5/1 – Edin Dzeko
- 15/2 – David Silva
- 8/1 – Louis Saha
- 8/1 – Tim Cahill
- 9/1 – Denis Stracqualursi
- 9/1 – Victor Anichebe
- 9/1 – Adam Johnson
- 9/1 – Samir Nasri
Frankie Cocozza Favourite In Celebrity Big Brother Betting
January 25, 2012
The 2012 Celebrity Big Brother has been one of the most entertaining for years, with numerous spats, tears, comedy moments and booze-fuelled controversies. However, one of the biggest shocks has been the transformation of Frankie Cocozza who has emerged as the new favourite in the Celebrity Big Brother odds. The X Factor reject, who gained plaudits for his maturity during the infamous Bumgate row, replaces former Wales rugby captain Gareth Thomas at the top of the betting.
Cocozza can be backed at evens with Stan James to win the show, while nice guy Gareth is available at 9/4. Gareth is easily the most popular housemate within the house but whether this translates to public votes remains to be seen. The lively Denise Welch has moved up to third in the betting with odds of 11/2, while Hollywood superstar Michael Madsen is available at 11/1. The duo have had a fiery love/hate relationship in the house, which has been one of the key talking points of the series. Both celebs have big personalities and are likely to clash once again before the series is over.
Drunken Goings On In The House
So Solid Crew member Romeo could well be worth a bet at 14/1. The 31-year-old has been a figure of calm in a house of drama but his diplomatic stance doesn’t necessarily equate to entertaining viewing, which could cost him. The uber-confident twins, Kristina & Karissa Shannon, are available at 22/1 to win a show they already think they have won. Meanwhile, Nicola McLean is a very long shot at 100/1. The former page 3 model is also the odds-on 8/13 favourite to be the next evicted housemate, while the Playboy twins can be backed at 11/2 to be given the boot next.
Outright Odds
- Evens – Frankie Cocozza
- 9/4 – Gareth Thomas
- 11/2 – Denise Welch
- 11/1 – Michael Madsen
- 14/1 – Romeo
- 22/1 – Kristina & Karissa Shannon
- 100/1 – Nicola McLean
Kauto Star Slashed In Gold Cup Betting After Stunning King George Win
January 3, 2012
The highlight of the Christmas racing calendar was as always the King George Chase at Kempton and it was a special race as the legendary Kauto Star rolled back the years. The Paul Nicholls horse was already a four time winner of the race and he added a remarkable fifth win as he galloped and jumped the field off their feet to the delight of the crowd and the sporting world at large. Most had expected Long Run to claim the race for the second successive year but once again he could not live with the jumping and gallop of Kauto Star who is five years his senior.
The arrival of the New Year means the build up towards the Cheltenham Festival ramps up a notch and the as always the gold Cup Betting is the feature attraction. Long Run has been the warm favourite since his win last season and he remains the jolly despite losing convincingly to Kauto Star twice already this campaign. The Nicky Henderson horse has proven he is a real stayer which will help him at Cheltenham despite his recent struggles with Kauto and he is currently available at 5/2 with Paddy Power to claim the Cheltenham Gold cup for the second successive year.
Plenty of racing fans were calling for Kauto Star to be retired at the end of last season but if it is possible he looks to be better than ever as he turns 12 and the nations favourite horse will now go to Cheltenham with the aim of winning a brilliant third Gold Cup. Kauto has been jumping better than ever this season and if he can win at the Festival again it would surely go down as one of the greatest achievements by a race horse in recent memory. The money has been coming for Kauto Star since he won at Kempton and the Paul Nicholls horse can now be backed at just 4/1 with Paddy Power to win the Gold Cup in March. It does look like a two horse race between Long run and Kauto Star but it is worth keeping an eye out for novice Grands crus who looks to have all the class in the world and could take his chance in the Gold Cup a year early in what looks likely to be fascinating renewal.
Cheltenham Gold Cup Odds 2012 with Paddy Power
- 5/2 – Long Run
- 4/1 – Kauto Star
- 7/1 – Grands Crus
- 10/1 – Synchronised
- 14/1 – Captain Chris
- 20/1 – Weird Al
- 20/1 – Time For Rupert
- 25/1 – Diamond Harry
- 25/1 – Quito De La Roque
- 25/1 – Jessies Dream
- Bar
All markets supplied by Paddy Power.com
2012 Mens Tennis Specials With Stan James
November 25, 2011
The 2011 tennis season might be coming to an end but Stan James will keep you entertained over the Christmas period with a variety of tennis specials for the 2012 season. The Australian Open is remarkably only seven weeks away and the best players in the world will be eager to get off to a winning start Down Under.
Novak Djokovic has been the stand-out performer of 2011, winning a stunning three Grand Slam trophies and a plethora of other titles. The Serb will be looking to continue his form into the 2012 season and who would bet against him adding to his rapidly growing trophy cabinet. The 24-year-old is available at 8/1 to repeat his feat of 2011 and win three Grand Slams or go one better at 33/1 and win all four.
Such was the dominance of Djokovic that Rafa Nadal had to settle for just the one Grand Slam this season, his beloved French Open. Nadal lost an incredible six finals to Djokovic but he will surely use this as motivation to come back stronger next year. Nadal is available at 6/5 to win one Slam in 2012 or 12/1 to match 2010 and win three. He is also priced at 2/1 to beat Djokovic in a Grand Slam Match Bet.
Andy Murray may still be searching for that elusive first Grand Slam but he can look back on 2o11 as another successful year. The Scot finished as runner-up in the Australian Open and managed to reach the semi-finals in the other three Grand Slams, coming unstuck against his nemisis Rafa Nadal each time. He finished the season strongly, winning the Thailand and Japan Open before injury forced him to withdraw from the ATP World Tour Finals. Murray will be gunning for a Grand Slam in 2012 and is priced at 13/8 to win his first one next year.
Many critics have claimed that Roger Federer is now well past his best. However, he still managed to reach a Grand Slam final, two semi-finals and a quarter final this season, and has also finished well with a few titles and thumped Nadal 6-3 6-0 in just 61 minutes at the ATP World Tour Finals, in what he described as his best win ever.
To Win A Grand Slam In 2012
Djokovic v Nadal Grand Slam Match Bet
Top 4 Players To Win All 4 Grand Slams
(Djokovic, Nadal, Murray & Federer)
Nadal & Djokovic To Win All 4 Grand Slams
Novak Djokovic Number Of Grand Slam Wins
Rafa Nadal Number Of Grand Slam Wins
Roger Federer Number Of Grand Slam Wins
Andy Murray Number Of Grand Slam Wins
Ruby Walsh A Short Price To Regain Irish Champion Jockey Title
November 1, 2011
The new jumps season is now in full flow on both sides of the Irish Sea and all eyes are on Ruby Walsh as he looks to regain his Champion jockey crown in Ireland, the eight time champion is looking to win a ninth title after missing much of last season through injury. Walsh has dominated the Championship over the past decade and will be eager to get back on track with a good start to the season having seen the young pretender, Paul Townend, take the honours in his absence last winter. Walsh is the clear favourite to add another crown to his already bulging CV with a strong book of rides guaranteed on a daily basis from his boss Willie Mullins, if he remains fit and healthy he looks a sure thing in the betting.
The market is being dominated by Ruby Walsh and Stan James make him the 4/6 favourite to rack up the most winners this season and it has to be said it is hard to argue with that assessment. The only jockey who may be able to challenge Walsh according to the market is Davy Russell who has proven himself a top class rider over the past couple of years. He has been racking up the big race winners recently and will go into the new season full of confidence, with that in mind he is available at 5/4 with Stan James to claim his very first Irish Championship this season.
Current Champion Paul Townend will face a tough task if he wants to repeat that this year as he will go back to playing second fiddle to the more experienced Walsh. Willie Mullins has used both Jockeys over the past couple of years and Townend will struggle to get enough rides to retain his championship, this is reflected in Townend’s current price of 33/1 with Stan James to take the title. It is hard to look past Ruby Walsh once again this season provided he can remain injury free and that is showing in the market, he has dominated the Championship for a decade now and that looks like continuing for a little while longer yet.
Irish Champion Jockey 2011/12 Betting with Stan James
- 4/6 – Ruby Walsh
- 5/4 – Davy Russell
- 25/1 – Barry Geraghty
- 33/1 – Paul Townend
- 40/1 – Paul Carberry
- 50/1 – Andrew McNamara
All odds are supplied by Stan James.com
Sir Steve Redgrave To Light The 2012 Olympic Flame According To Latest Betting
August 2, 2011
There is less than 12 months to go now until the 2012 London Olympics get underway and while the vast majority of the venues and facilities are ready to go there is just one remaining issue to be finalised. There has been much debate surrounding who should light the Olympic flame during the opening ceremony and there are a number of contenders being backed in the latest betting with Stan James. At the moment the odds on favourite is five time Olympic Gold Medalist Sir Steve Redgrave who looks to be the leading contender as Britain’s greatest Olympian, Redgrave can be backed at 8/11 to be the one to light the flame at the opening ceremony.
It is hard to ignore the claims of Sir Steve Redgrave in this market, he won five Gold medals in consecutive Olympics between 1984 and 2000 which is a remarkable achievement in an endurance sport like rowing and that has to put him in pole position. There are however a number of other candidates in the betting which are worth considering with Dame Kelly Holmes the next in the betting, the middle distance runner won two goals in 2004 in Athens and as such is a 4/1 shot with Stan James to light the Olympic flame next year. Holmes achievements were remarkable in Athens so she clearly deserves plenty of respect but it has to be said she looks unlikely to be chosen with the likes of Redgrave and Daley Thompson set to be more popular choices.
The alternative to picking a former or retired star like Redgrave would be to go with a current star who will be going for Gold during the London 2012 Olympics, with that in mind the two most likely candidates from the current crop are Jessica Ennis and Sir Chris Hoy and they could be worth considering. Sir Chris Hoy is already a multiple Olympic gold medalist in track cycling and he is expected to add to that tally in London, Hoy is available at 14/1 with Stan James and they prove some nice value as we approach the games. In truth though it is hard to ignore the claims of Sir Steve Redgrave, his achievements are unparalleled in Britain and it would be a major surprise if anyone else was to be given the task of lighting the all important Olympic flame in London.
To Light the Olympic Flame Betting with Stan James
- 8/11 – Sir Steve Redgrave
- 4/1 – Dame Kelly Holmes
- 7/1 – Paul Radcliffe
- 10/1 – Daley Thompson
- 11/1 – Jessica Ennis
- 14/1 – Sir Chris Hoy
- 16/1 – Denise Lewis
- 16/1 – Tom Daley
- 20/1 – Rebecca Adlington
- 33/1 – David Beckham
- Bar
All markets supplied by Stan James.com
England 11/1 To Win 2011 Rugby World Cup
June 20, 2011
The 2011 Rugby World Cup is fast approaching and it is now less than three months untill the top teams in the world head to New Zealand in the hope of winning the famous Webb Ellis trophy. The seventh Rugby World Cup should be an absolute cracker and it is due to explode into action on 9th September, with the final being played on 22nd October.
England will be relatively pleased with their draw having avoided the Southern hemisphere teams. Martin Johnson’s men have been placed in Pool B alongside Argentina, Scotland, Georgia and Romania, which shouldn’t cause them too many problems. Although, Argentina can be a very dangerous side and will be England’s major rivals for a top place finish in the group. England have a decent record in recent World Cup’s having been victorious in 2003 and runners up in 2007. Their memorable win eight years was of course in Australasia but, unlike in that tournament, they are not considered among the favourites this time round. Stan James have given England odds of 11/1 to win the 2011 World Cup, which on their recent World Cup form alone is worth a shot.
The hosts New Zealand are unsurprisingly the odds-on favourites due to their abundance of talent and home advantage. Richie McCaw and co are huge 4/6 favourites to win the trophy but, betting on such short odds may be quite a gamble as the All Blacks are vividly plagued by their reputation of choking on the big stage and have not won the competition since its birth in 1987. Their main rivals will be hoping that the All Blacks once again slip up and crumble, because if the home nation do find a way of coping with the immense pressure and expectation, and play anywhere near their peak, then they will win no question.
Australia can currently be found with odds of 9/2 with Stan James. The Wallabies know the conditions well and have a good record in major tournaments. However, if their performances at the 2010 Tri nations is anything to go by – they won just two out of six matches – then they may struggle. Their team may not be as strong as it has been but they still have every opportunity of mounting a decent challenge, especially considering they have been handed a fairly generous run to the final.
At 6/1 South Africa look like a temping bet as they bid to become the first ever nation to win back-to-back Rugby World Cups. The Springboks had a terrible Tri Nations and a mixed Autumn where they went from the woeful (losing to Scotland) to the majestic (pummelling England). However, on their day – as England found out – South Africa are a resilient outfit that oozes power and class, and they will definitely be one to watch as the tournament reaches the later stages.
The French rugby team are characterised by their unpredictability, you just never know which team is going to show up. Alhough they are yet to get their hands on the Web Ellis trophy, they do have a decent World Cup record; two finals and three semi finals, which will stand them in good stead. They are outsiders at 12/1 but if they can consistently play the high tempo, free flowing rugby they are famed for then they have every chance of going all the way.
Out of the rest of the home nations Ireland have the best chances of causing an upset at 20/1, while Wales are available at 50/1 and Scotland with long odds of 200/1.
Rugby World Cup Winner Betting Odds
- New Zealand – 4/6
- Australia – 9/2
- South Africa – 6/1
- England – 11/1
- France – 12/1
- Ireland – 20/1
- Wales – 50/1
- Argentina – 125/1
- Scotland – 200/1
- Samoa – 500/1
- Fiji – 1000/1
- Italy – 1000/1
- Tonga – 1000/1
- Japan – 2000/1
- Romania – 2000/1
- Canada – 2500/1
- Usa – 2500/1
- Namibia – 5000/1
- Georgia – 5000/1
All odds are supplied by Stan James
Cardiff And Swansea Favourites To Reach Play-off Final
May 16, 2011
Welsh rivals Cardiff and Swansea are the bookies favourites to meet at Wembley Stadium on Monday 30th May in the £90million showdown. Both of the first- leg Championship play-off games ended in goalless draws last week meaning the home sides have the advantage going into the second-leg this week.
Swansea host Nottingham Forest at the Liberty Stadium at 7.45pm on Monday 16th May. After a heroic performance in Nottingham where they came away with a creditable 0-0 draw after playing virtually the whole match with ten men, Swansea head into tonight’s match as 20/21 favourites to win with Stan James. Swansea have only lost two games at home this season and look the favourites to progress to the final.
In the other play-off second-leg match Cardiff take on Reading at the Cardiff City Stadium at 7.45pm on Tuesday 17th May. Similarly to the other play-off first-leg, the two sides played out a goalless draw. Tuesday’s game will no doubt be another nerve-wracking encounter as the teams battle it out for a place in the play-off final. Cardiff have an incredible record against Reading having lost none of the last eight matches between the two sides, and with home advantage they head into the game as 5/4 favourites to win. However, the Bluebirds may have to do without striker Craig Bellamy, who is a doubt with a hamstring injury.
Championship Promotion Betting Odds
Cardiff v Reading Match Betting
Cardiff v Reading Qualify Odds
Swansea v Nottingham Forest Match Betting
Swansea v Nottingham Forest Qualify Odds
All odds courtesy of Victor Chandler
Stan James May Golf Specials
May 10, 2011
The golf season is now in full swing and Stan James are running some fantastic golf offers and specials for you to get involved in throughout the month of May. With no Golf Majors this month the main tournament is The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Florida, which tees off on May 12th. The event, which is affectively known as the ‘Fifth Major’, brings together the top players on the USPGA Tour, and this year the player’s field is packed with 50 major championship titles. The Players Championship offers the highest prize fund of any tournament in golf ($9.5million in 2011) and this year it promises to be as exciting as ever.
Despite dropping down to No. 8 in the World Golf Rankings last week, Tiger Woods is the favourite to win the tournament, and Stan James have the 35-year-old available at 14/1. Woods has struggled at Sawgrass since recording his only victory there back in 2001, although an impressive performance will do much to improve is world ranking. Luke Donald has been in superb form in 2011 and with six Top 10 finishes so far he looks good value at 16/1. Phil Mickelson, who won here back in 2007, is also available at 16/1.
The 2010 Champion, South African Tim Clarke, is unlikely to repeat his win this year, which is reflected in his long odds of 125/1. With three Top 10 finishes in his last four events Adam Scott is a good pick at 33/1. The Australian won at Sawgrass in 2004 and impressed in the US Masters last month, where he finished in tied second place. Matt Kuchar has fared well at Sawgrass in the last couple of years and is also available at 33/1.
Elsewhere Stan James have Zach Johnson, Justin Rose and Martin Laird all available at 66/1. If you are after a couple of good long shot bets then last week’s Wells Fargo Championship winner, Lucas Glover, is available at 70/1, and Davis Love, who is the only guy in the field to have won The Players multiple times, is priced at 125/1.
The Players Championship Stan James Specials:
- Stan James are paying 1/4 odds 1st 6 places.
- On 72 hole match bets, they will bet Evens both players.
- The bookmakers will refund all losing single bets on Threeballs and Twoballs if your player loses by exactly 1 Shot (up to a maximum refund of £66)
The Players Championship Odds
- 14/1 – Tiger Woods
- 16/1 – Phil Mickelson
- 16/1 – Luke Donald
- 28/1 – Adam Scott
- 33/1 – Matt Kuchar
- 33/1 – Hunter Mahan
- 33/1 – Martin Kaymer
- 35/1 – Ben Crane
- 35/1 – Nick Watney
- 35/1 – Steve Stricker
- 35/1 – KJ Choi
All odds are courtesy of Stan James
Champions League Qualification Decider: Man City v Tottenham
May 9, 2011
Manchester City tackle Tottenham on Tuesday 10th May for the last remaining Champions League spot. Spurs simply have to win to have any chance of claiming fourth place – which Man City currently occupy – for the second consecutive year. With just three games remaining City are six points ahead of Spurs and are odds on favourites to clinch the last remaining spot into next season’s lucrative European competition. City also still harbour hopes of finishing in third place, and a win would bring them to within just two points of Arsenal with two games to play.
Tottenham have a fantastic record at City, having won six of their seven visits, including a 1-0 win late last season which effectively sealed their qualification for this season’s Champions League. In addition they have only lost to City twice in their last 16 league meetings and they are unbeaten in the past five meetings between the sides. However, their league form of late has been woeful, with just one win from their past nine games. Harry Redknapp’s men have also been struggling for goals on the road, having only found the back of the net once in their last three away games, and their attacking threat has been hindered by the absence of Gareth Bale who picked up an injury in Sunday’s draw with Blackpool. During that match Blackpool exposed Tottenham’s defensive frailties, which desperately need resolving against the more clinical Man City otherwise they will be ruthlessly torn apart. Spurs are also likely to be without the injured Luka Modric and Peter Crouch.
A win for City will guarantee them fourth spot but, with one eye on Saturday’s FA Cup final against Stoke City, they would most probably settle for a draw. City’s run of three wins in a row was ended by Everton at the weekend as Roberto Mancini’s men threw away a 1-0 lead. Spurs have scored first in 11 of their last 13 games against City and are 6/4 to open the scoring this time round. Jermaine Defoe rescued his side with a late equaliser against Blackpool, and Stan James have the striker at 8/1 to score the games first goal. City will be without the injured Carlos Tevez, so will look to Mario Balotelli and Edi Dzeko to provide the goals.
With a draw the most likely scenario at 12/5, you think if one team was to edge it would be Man City, and Stan James have the Manchester side at 3/1 to win by exactly one goal and of 7-1 to knick it 2-1.
Match Odds
Match Specials
- 9/2 – Mario Balotelli to open the scoring
- 10/1 – Tottenham to win 1-0
- 5/1 – Tottenham to win by exactly one goal
- 7/2 – Sending off
Top Four Finish
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