Saturday, February 26, 2011

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26-02-2011 Bet of the day

Match Odds: Bayern Munich 1.83, Draw 3.60, Borussia Dortmund 4.20 (William Hill)

October 12, 1991 - the last time Borussia Dortmund left Munich with a win in the Bundesliga. Since then both sides have won the Champions League and Bayern have switched stadiums but the rivalry between the sides endures and if anything has become fiercer.

If Juergen Klopp needs any extra motivation to break the 20-year curse he should consult the betting odds. Bookies have priced a Dortmund win at 4.20 which is frankly a slap in the face for the runaway league leaders.

For starters Dortmund have the best road record in the league winning 10 from 12 scoring more goals in the process. They also have the best defensive record in the league shipping just 13 goals in 23 games and are fresher having had a week's rest since their last match against St Pauli.

A price of 4.20 on an away win is crazy indeed. You can even back Dortmund at a tasty evens (2.0) to avoid defeat at the Allianz Arena.

Bayern Munich, another side who have just won with a crazy price, are gathering a head of steam with the Franck Ribery, Arjen Robben duo committing 'Robbery' given half a chance. The champions were another mad price (3.20) to beat Inter in midweek and are 1.83 favourites for this one.

A massive 13 points separates the sides in the league and even a home win wouldn't change the dynamic of the Bundesliga massively. Dortmund will be highly motivated to nip any potential title charge from the Bavarians in the bud and sink a Bayern side still buzzing from their San Siro triumph.

The Pick

Borussia Dortmund to win @ 4.20

The Conservative

Both teams to score @ 1.60/ Over 2.5 goals @ 1.61

The Long Shot

Bayern Munich 0-3 Borussia Dortmund @ 51.0

Dortmund's last league win in Munich was by a 3-0 scoreline in 1991

Match Odds: Bayern Munich 1.83, Draw 3.60, Borussia Dortmund 4.20 (William Hill)

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26.-27. 02.2011. Bets of the week

Wigan Athletic - Manchester United 
Wigan Athletic play host to 11-time Premier League champions Manchester United, and a quick look at the record books doesn't look good for Wigan with 12 games against United resulting in 12 defeats.
However, I think it could be a good time to play United, as this week they have had a difficult Champions League midweek match away to Marseille, and I am sure they will also be looking ahead to two massive away games at Chelsea and Liverpool before the second leg against the French side.
Sir Alex could use this game as an opportunity to rest some of his so-called 'star' players. If he does, then perhaps Wigan might be able to get something from this game.
Match Odds: Wigan 6.25, Draw 4.0, Man Utd 1.45
Tips: Back both teams to score @ 1.90 / Back draw @ 4.0 


Wolverhampton Wanderers - Blackpool 
We seem to be guaranteed goals anytime Blackpool play. They had a great victory during the week beating Tottenham 3-1. Their attack minded formation and daring approach ensures they are always likely to score and concede.
Anyone backing the both teams to score market in their home matches this season has not lost yet. They travel to a Wolves team this weekend still feeling sore over the concession of a late goal against West Brom. Expect an entertaining match with both teams scoring.
Match Odds: Wolves 1.83, Draw 3.50, Blackpool 3.75
Tip: Over 2.5 goals @ 1.65 


Manchester City - Fulham 
Manchester City have won their last six games in all competitions at Eastlands, and the return of Mark Hughes should not really pose Roberto Mancini much trouble with Fulham only winning once away from home all season.
This fixture is heavily biased towards goals. Both teams have scored in the last 13 meetings; ten of which finished with three goals or more. Dzeko and Tevez are starting to show signs of an improving partnership and pushing Kolarov further up the pitch might prove fruitful.
Manchester City's last four matches at home have yielded an average of 5.25 goals and goals should be expected again on Sunday.
Match Odds: Man City 1.44, Draw 3.75, Fulham 7.0
Tip: Over 2.5 goals @ 1.90