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Spain 20/1 To Win Next Two Tournaments At Least

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Spain became double European Champions and all eyes will turn to the World Cup in Brazil. William Hill make Spain 2/7 to win their qualifying group and 6/4 to do so without losing a game. Once they touch down in Brazil, the Spaniards are 11/2 joint second favourites to win. Spain have now won three major tournaments in a row and are 20/1 to carry on winning tournaments until at least the World Cup in 2018.

As the match kicked off, the focus was on Mario Balotelli, but as the game finished, he had been overshadowed by Fernando Torres who came on and scored one and set one up. Hills offer 1/2 that Torres scores more goals than Balotelli in next season’s Premier League (6/4 that he does not).

“Spain were simply unplayable tonight and have now won the right to be called the best European side ever,” said Hill’s spokesman Joe Crilly. “They are 20/1 to win the next two tournaments at least and the way they have played over the last eight years, it would take a brave man to be against them doing it.”

William Hill Spain Odds:

World Cup 2014 qualifying group I: 2/7 Spain; 5/2 France; 50/1 Belarus; 150/1 Finland; 200/1 Georgia

6/4 Spain to qualify for World Cup 2014 without losing

World Cup 2014 winner: 11/4 Brazil; 11/2 Argentina; 11/2 Spain; 8/1 Germany; 14/1 Holland; 14/1 Uruguay; 16/1 Italy; 20/1 England; 20/1 Portugal; 25/1 BAR

When will Spain next lose an international tournament: 1/8 World Cup 2014; 5/1 Euro 2016; 20/1 World Cup 2018 or later

Balotelli and Torres 2012/13 season match bet: 1/2 Torres; 6/4 Balotelli

*NOTE* Hills are settling top goalscorer as a six man dead heat. Double tournament winner/top goalscorer will be settled on Monday

Joe Crilly
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New Wales Boss And Africa Cup Of Nations

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IS COLEMAN IN FOR THE LONG HAUL WITH WALES?

WILLIAM HILL offer 10/1 that Chris Coleman will still be Wales manager in 2017, but offer Even money that he leaves the role in 2013. Wales are 7/1 to qualify for the World Cup with Hills and odds-on to be higher than their current FIFA ranking – 49 – when Coleman departs. ‘Welsh football is thriving at the moment, with Swansea establishing themselves in the Premier League and Cardiff battling for promotion to it, and Coleman’s appointment will bring with expectations of a bold bid to qualify for the next World Cup’ said Hill’s spokesman Graham Sharpe.

Will Wales FIFA ranking (currently 49) have improved when Chris Coleman leaves the Wales manager job?:
Yes 1/2
No 6/4

In what year will Chris Coleman leave the Wales managers job?:

2012 11/2
2013 EVS
2014 5/1
2015 3/1
2016 9/1
2017 or later 10/1

World Cup 2014 Qualifying group A:

Croatia 7/4
Serbia 2/1
Belgium 9/4
Scotland 16/1
Wales 20/1
Macedonia 66/1

Wales to qualify for World cup 2014: 7/1……..1/16 not to.

Who will finish higher in the World Cup 2014 Qualifying group A:

Scotland 8/11
Wales EVS

Wednesday 29th February 19.45
Wales 1/2
Draw 12/5
Costa Rica 5/1

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You Bet Africa Cup Of Nations Will Be Massive Draw For English Fans

The Africa Cup Of Nations starts on Saturday and with a number of English based players taking part, William Hill are offering 9/4 that eleven or more goals in the tournament are scored by Premier League players. Two Premier League players in Didier Drogba and Demba Ba are the first and second favourites at 4/1 and 6/1 respectively to win the tournament’s Golden Boot and they also head Hill’s top Premier League scorer market at 7/4 and 7/2.

“The Africa Cup of Nations is always an exciting affair and with so many English based players involved is always a huge draw for fans of the British game,” said Hill’s spokesman Joe Crilly. “With the lack of some of the traditional big hitters of African football such as Egypt, Nigeria and Cameroon, the competition could be the most open for some time.”

Will a Premier League player be sent off during the tournament?: 2/1 yes; 4/11 no

Total ‘Premier League Goals’: 7/1 four or less; 11/4 five or six; 5/2 seven or eight; 10/3 nine or ten; 9/4 eleven or more

Highest scoring first round match:
3/1 Ivory Coast/Sudan
7/2 Ghana/Botswana
11/2 Mali/Guinea
6/1 Senegal/Zambia
7/1 Burkina Faso/Angola
7/1 Gabon/Niger
7/1 Morocco/Tunisia
10/1 Equatorial Guinea/Libya

Top Premier League Scorer At African Cup Of Nations: 7/4 Didier Drogba (Ivory Coast); 7/2 Demba Ba (Senegal); 5/1 Papiss Cisse (Senegal); 7/1 Salomon Kalou (Ivory Coast); 10/1 Gervinho (Ivory Coast); 12/1 Marouane Chamakh (Morocco); 16/1 Yaya Toure (Ivory Coast); 20/1 Adel Taarabt (Morocco); 33/1 Chieck Tiote (Ivory Coast); 50/1 Bertrand Traore (Burkina Faso); 50/1 Mohamed Diame (Senegal); 66/1 Kolo Toure (Ivory Coast); 100/1 Armand Traore (Senegal)

Outright winner: 6/4 Ivory Coast; 9/2 Ghana; 11/2 Senegal; 9/1 Tunisia; 9/1 Morocco; 14/1 Mali; 20/1 Gabon; 25/1 Burkina Faso; 25/1 Guinea; 33/1 Angola; 40/1 Libya; 40/1 Zambia; 66/1 Botswana; 66/1 Equatorial Guinea; 66/1 Niger; 100/1 Sudan

Top Goalscorer: 4/1 Didier Drogba; 6/1 Demba Ba; 7/1 Asamoah Gyan; 10/1 Pappis Cisse; 10/1 Maadou Niang; 12/1 Moussa Sow; 14/1 Salomon Kalou; 16/1 Gervinho; 20/1 BAR

Winning Nation/Top Goalscorer Doubles: 7/1 Ivory Coast & Didier Drogba; 14/1 Ghana & Asamoah Gyan; 16/1 Senegal & Demba Ba; 25/1 Ivory Coast & Gervinho; 33/1 Senegal & Mamadou Niang; 33/1 Senegal and Pappis Cisse; 33/1 Ivory Coast & Salomon Kalou; 40/1 BAR

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Home Nations Horror: You Bet England Only Side To Qualify For World Cup!

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The World Cup draw in Rio provided quite the fillip for disillusioned England fans as they were drawn in the same group as Montenegro, Poland, Ukraine, Moldova and San Marino. England are 1/3 to win their group and 1/10 to qualify for the finals in Brazil. England are also2/1 to remain unbeaten for the entirety of their qualifying group.

Northern Ireland face a tough time qualifying from their group and Hills have them at 33/1 to win their group and the same price to qualify.

Republic of Ireland drew Germany and Sweden and have to be considered contenders in their group and Hills have them at 13/2 to win it and 5/2 to qualify for the finals. Germany are 1/4 to win Group C and Sweden are 4/1.

In perhaps the most intriguing group, Scotland and Wales have been draw together and Hills have priced the pair at 11/4 and 50/1 respectively to qualify.

Hills are also offering a market on how many of the Home nations (including Rep Ireland) qualify for the World Cup in 2014 and make one the 8/11 favourite, although two is offered at 5/4. For three or more is 12/1.

“It is going to be very difficult for the Home nations and the odds suggest that there will only be one side who qualifies and they also suggest that it will be England who do so,” said Hill’s spokesman Joe Crilly.

World Cup 2014 Outright: 5/2 Brazil; 9/2 Spain; 6/1 Argentina; 8/1 Germany; 12/1 Holland; 14/1 England; 16/1 Italy; 25/1 Portugal; 25/1 Uruguay; 28/1 France; 33/1 Chile; 50/1 BAR

Home Nations: 200/1 Republic of Ireland; 300/1 Scotland; 1000/1 Wales; 1000/1 Northern Ireland

Group A: 11/8 Croatia; 2/1 Serbia; 3/1 Belgium; 7/1 Scotland; 50/1 Macedonia; 100/1 Wales

Group C: 1/4 Germany; 4/1 Sweden; 13/2 Republic of Ireland; 20/1 Austria; 250/1 Faroe Islands; 250/1 Kazakhstan

Group F: 4/9 Portugal; 5/2 Russia; 5/1 Israel; 33/1 Northern Ireland; 150/1 Azerbaijan; 250/1 Luxembourg

Group H: 1/3 England; 11/2 Montenegro; 7/1 Ukraine; 8/1 Poland; 100/1 Moldova; 500/1 San Marino

To Qualify For World Cup 2014:
England 1/10 Yes; 11/2 No
Scotland 11/4 Yes; 1/4 No
Wales 50/1 Yes; 1/1000 No
Rep Of Ireland 5/2 Yes; 2/7 No
N. Ireland 33/1 Yes; 1/300 No

How many Home Nations to qualify: 10/1 None; 8/11 one; 5/4 two; 12/1 three or more

Joe Crilly
Press Officer

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England 14/1 To Win Euro 2012 But There’s A Catch !

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England 14/1 to win Euro 2012, but there’s a catch!
WILL FABIO KEEP FAITH WITH WALES WINNERS?

WILLIAM HILL have opened a book on how many of those who started against Wales for England will also be in the starting line up for their next Euro qualifier against Switzerland, for which Rooney will be suspended. ‘You’d have to expect that Capello will look to make changes as the display against Wales was functional rather than inspired’ said Hill’s spokesman Graham Sharpe.
AND HILLS OFFER 5/6 THAT CAPELLO WILL CHANGE ALL ELEVEN OF HIS STARTING LINE UP FOR THE GHANA GAME ON TUESDAY, 5/6 THAT HE KEEPS AT LEAST ONE PLAYER. ENGLAND ARE 1/2 WITH HILLS TO BEAT GHANA WHO ARE 9/2 WITH THE DRAW 13/5.

How many of the England starting XI against Wales will start against Switzerland on June 4th? (Rooney suspended)

10……11/2
9………4/1
8………9/4
7……..13/5
6 or less…..11/4

England undefeated in qualifying group 8/13
England to win all remaining qualifiers – 4/1
Not concede another goal in Group – 4/1

England to win Euro 2012 without losing a match 14/1

YOUNG AT HEART OF TRANSFER RIDDLE?

ASTON VILLA winger Ashley Young has been linked with a number of clubs, but William Hill, who have opened a book on who he will be playing for on the first day of next season make Villa 6/4 favourites. ‘Villa will no doubt make strenuous efforts to keep hold of Young, and if they finish the season strongly there could be a chance that he will stay, but on current form one would expect him to think seriously about moving – there will be no shortage of interested observers watching his situation’ said Hill’s spokesman Graham Sharpe.

Ashley Young’s club on first day of 2011/12 season

Aston Villa….6/4
Liverpool…….7/2
Man Utd…….7/2
Man City……6/1
Chelsea……..6/1
Tottenham…..12/1
Arsenal………12/1
Others on request.

ENGLAND ARE 8/1 FOURTH FAVOURITES TO WIN EURO 2012 WITH WILLIAM HILL WHO MAKE SPAIN 7/2 FAVOURITES AND ALSO OFFER 4/1 GERMANY; 6/1 HOLLAND; 10/1 FRANCE; 12/1 ITALY; 14/1 PORTUGAL; 20/1 CROATIA; RUSSIA; 25 UKRAINE; 80 REP IRELAND; 250 SCOTLAND; 500 N IRELAND; 2000 WALES.

Top England scorer in qualifying –

Defoe 3………..5/4
Bent 2………….6/4
Lampard 1…….. 6/1
Rooney 1………9/1
Others on request.

Wilshere to start v Bulgaria – 2/5 yes – 7/4 no

Further information……graham sharpe…0780 3233702

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You Bet: England Will Ring Changes After Carroll’s Debut Fizzles Out

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You Bet: England Will Ring Changes After Carroll’s Debut Fizzles Out

England had the better of the closing stages against France, but could not overcome the two goal deficit that the visitors had amassed by the 55th minute. With a relatively untried formula and team on show tonight, William Hill believe that the England team that lines up against Wales will be a lot more recognisable and offer 11/10 that either four or five of the team that started against France line up for the Three Lions next competitive fixture. Hills offer 11/8 that three or less take to the field at the Millenium Stadium.

Andy Carroll showed glimpses of his quality in the 70 minutes that he was on although he is 2/7 to fail to start the game against Wales. He is 50/1 to be the leading scorer in Euro 2012.

Despite the minor setback of his first defeat at Wembley, Hills are odds on, at 4/11, that Capello leaves his post in 2012 and he is 10/1 to leave before the end of the year.

“Tonight’s game was not the most enjoyable of games to watch and with such an inexperienced team, it was always going to be difficult, however, Capello will surely ring the changes by the time the Wales game comes around and his side are still odds on to qualify for the Euro’s,” said Hill’s spokesman Joe Crilly.

William Hill England Odds:

When will Capello leave:
2010 10
2011 4
2012 4/11
2013 or later 11/2

Andy Carroll to start v Wales:

2/7 No
5/2 Yes

Andy Carroll to be top scorer in Euro 2012: 50/1

How many starters v France will start v Wales:

3 or less 11/8
4 or 5 11/10
6 or 7 7/2
8 or more 20/1

Euro 2012 Qualifying Group G: 1/5 England; 7/1 Montenegro; 12/1 Bulgaria; 12/1 Switzerland; 100/1 Wales

Further Information…Joe Crilly…07850 518 164

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Northern Ireland Out To 7/1 To Reach Euro’s

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Northern Ireland have been pushed out to 7/1 from 6/1 to qualify for Euro 2012 following their disappointing draw 1-1 with the Faroe Islands on Tuesday afternoon.

Nigel Worthington’s side were odds on favourites to beat the minnows, but they were only saved an embarrassing defeat when Kyle Lafferty equalised in the 76th minute.

Northern Ireland are now quoted as 14/1 shots to win Group C by William Hill who make Italy the 4/11 favourites to win the Group.

‘Northern Ireland seem to have no problem competing against the big teams in Europe – it’s the lesser teams who are the problem,’ said William Hill spokesman Tony Kenny ‘They put in a brilliant performance against Italy last week, but they failed to follow it up in the Faroes.’

Latest William Hill odds

Northern Ireland to qualify for Euro 2012: 1/16 No 7/1 Yes

Euro 2012 Qualifying Group C: 4/11 Italy, 4/1 Serbia, 13/2 Slovenia, 14/1 Northern Ireland, 100/1 Estonia, 2500/1 Faroe Islands

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Ireland 11/10 For Euro Qualification After Slovakia Stalemate

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Ireland are now 11/10 shots, with William Hill, to qualify for Euro 2012 following their 1-1 draw with St. Leger gave Ireland the lead after 16 minutes, however, Durica headed Slovakia back on level terms on the 36th minute mark.

Robbie Keane had a chance from the penalty spot to put Ireland back in front, but the Spurs striker’s tame attempt was saved by the Slovak keeper.

Elsewhere in Euro 2012 qualifying Group B, Russia jumped to the top of the Group B table after they beat Macedonia 1-0.

The Russians are now the 4/11 to win Group B with William Hill who also offer 4/1 Ireland, 9/2 Slovakia, 66/1 Macedonia, 100/1 Armenia, and 2500/1 Andorra.

‘Robbie Keane’s missed penalty could come back to haunt us,’ said William Hill spokesman Tony Kenny ‘Ireland should have won the game, but it was just one of those nights.’

‘Realistically, we’re probably playing for second place – and we’re now 11/10 to qualify for the Euro’s and 4/6 not to.’

Latest William Hill Odds

To win Group B: 4/11 Russia, 4/1 Rep of Ireland, 9/2 Slovakia, 66/1 Macedonia, 100/1 Armenia, 2500/1 Andorra

Ireland To qualify for Euro 2012: 4/6 No, 11/10 Yes

Robbie Keane to score his next penalty for Ireland: 1/10 Yes, 11/2 No

To win Euro 2012: 4/1 Germany, 13/2 Netherlands, 8/1 England, 12/1 France, 12/1 Italy, 14/1 Portugal, 80/1 Rep of Ireland, 500/1 Northern Ireland

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William Hill Online
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England 3/1 To Win All Euro Qualifiers

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England 3/1 to win all Euro qualifiers as:
RIO 6/4 TO STAY SKIPPER FOR REST OF QUALIFYING GROUP

Returning Rio Ferdinand is 6/4 with William Hill to start as skipper for the remainder of England’s Euro 2012 Qualifying matches. (1/2 not to) ‘Fabio clearly has no doubts that if he is fit, Rio takes the armband, but with his patchy season so far due to injury there must be a chance that he may miss out again between now and the final qualifying game’ said Hill’s spokesman Graham Sharpe.
With Wayne Rooney starting the match, Hills offer 4/7 that he will still be on the pitch when the final whistle blows – and 5/4 that he will not. ‘Rooney is another whose fitness has to be taken on trust and it would be no surprise to see him taken off if he looks off the pace, or, perhaps, if the game is well won some time before the end’ added Sharpe.
Hills offer 3/10 that Joe Hart will start the rest of the games in goal.

**ENGLAND are 3/1 to win all of their Euro 2012 qualifying games with William Hill ,who make them 6/4 to end up with 16-18 goals in qualifying ; 7/4 19-21; 11/4 Over 21; 7/1 13-15; 20/1 Twelve or under. They currently have seven.

England are 6/4 to total 19-21pts; 13/8 – 22+; 9/4 16-18; 8/1 13-15; 22/1 Under 13.
They are 1/25 to qualify; 9/1 not to.

Rio to play complete game tomorrow 1/7 yes, 4/1 no (bets void if doesn’t start)

Rio to start all remaining England qualifiers 6/4 yes, 1/2 no

Rooney to complete game 4/7 yes, 5/4 no (bets void if doesn’t start)

Davies to play any part 1/3 yes, 9/4 no

Rooney v Crouch – draw no bet – 4/9 Rooney, 13/8 Crouch

Match odds…1/4 England; 4/1 draw; Montenegro 14/1

When Will Fabio Make His First Substitution?

0-30 mins…..20/1
31-45 mins (up until HT whistle)…..11/1
46-60 mins (includes any during HT)….11/8
61-75 mins……5/4
76-90 mins…….7/2

Joe Hart to start all of England’s remaining Euro 2012 qualifiers?
Yes 3/10
No 12/5

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French Exit Costs Punter £110,000

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Le Misérable – French Misfits Costs Punter £110,000

One William Hill client suffered serious collateral damage amounting to £110,000 when South Africa put an end to France’s World Cup dreams.

The punter, a telephone client, placed a £55,000 each way bet on France winning the World Cup before the tournament, but unfortunately for the punter.

The French will now set their sights on reaching the next major tournament – Euro2012.

William Hill have pushed France out to 2-5 from 1-3 to win their qualifying group.

Meanwhile, Thierry Henry is now 1-4 never to play for the French national team again, and the former French captain, Patrice Evra, who was at the centre of a training ground bust up with the fitness coach, is a 4-6 shot never to play for his country again.’

William Hill French Specials

Will Patrice Evra ever play for France again: 4-6 No, 11-10 YesWill Thierry Henry ever play for France again: 1-4 No, 11-4 Yes

EURO 2012 – Qualifying Group 2

2-5 France
11-4 Romania
6-1 Bosnia
33-1 Belarus
100-1 Albania
750-1 Luxembourg

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