Analysis: How much do draws in football matter?
Tottenham’s defeat to Manchester United extended their run of Premier League matches without a draw to a whopping 26 but they remain third in the Premier League, so does a lack of draws necessarily mean that there’s a problem? And which managers are most likely to settle for a share of the points?
Analysis: Which clubs have dominated the table over the last decade?
With many of Europe’s top clubs suffering a decline in fortunes this season, we could see some unusual names on league trophies and in Champions League draws next summer. However, fans of more established sides can point to sustained success rather than a flash in the pan, and we’ve looked at the data to identify which clubs’ supporters have the most to brag about.
Who suffers the most from long-term absences?
With the second international break of the season already upon us, plenty of top-flight managers will be crossing their fingers their stars are returned to them unscathed. Some will be luckier than others, however, and we’ve crunched the data from the previous 10 seasons to see who is due a bit of good fortune.
How to beat the market in FIFA 19 Ultimate Team
Those who picked up a copy of FIFA 19 when it launched on Friday have probably already begun to master the gameplay, but the Ultimate Team market is a whole other game in itself which – if you play it right – can give you a huge advantage. We’ve analysed the priciest players in each league, along with some likely bargains, and also translated their worth into real money to give you clarity when managing your budget.
Which clubs have developed the most talent?
Across Europe, certain clubs have built up a reputation for bringing through players who go on to shine elsewhere. We’ve analysed every current top-flight club in England, Spain, Italy, Germany, France and Belgium over the last decade to see how many of the players in those divisions this season have passed through their ranks.
How does the World Cup affect the transfer market?
We’ve looked at every summer signing made by clubs in the ‘big five’ European leagues since World Cup 2006 – including which players moved after the tournament – to see how the last three editions have influenced the transfer market.
Who should your club sign in the January transfer window?
Many clubs will still be looking to complete some important January transfer window business between now and the end of the month but who are the best signings? We’ve analysed over 2,500 mid-season moves to clubs in the ‘big five’ European divisions over the last decade, categorising each deal and … Read more
How much does the Christmas Day table matter?
CLICK HERE! to view all the bwin football markets There are plenty of clichés floating around in football about the importance of being top or bottom of the table at Christmas, but just how reliable are they in gauging how the rest of the season will pan out? We’ve looked … Read more
Defending a lead: Which clubs do it best?
CLICK HERE! to view all the bwin football markets The value of closing out a win is becoming increasingly apparent in the Premier League this season. The two Manchester clubs have been ruthless in doing so and occupy the top two places in the league table as a result, while … Read more
Who makes the best use of set pieces?
CLICK HERE! to view all the bwin football markets Set pieces have been taken far more seriously in recent years. Once seen as the preserve of the more agricultural teams in a division, the 2014 World Cup witnessed a surge in goals from dead-ball situations. We’ve crunched the numbers from … Read more
How to build the ideal football squad
CLICK HERE! to bet on all Premier League markets The winter transfer window is on the horizon and fans are already looking ahead to who their club should be looking to sign in January. Bringing in new faces is not without its risks though, with Everton’s summer squad-building having ended … Read more
Managerial changes: How to hire the right replacement
It is the time of the season when chairmen start to lose patience and managerial changes occur on a regular basis as under-performing bosses pay the price for a poor start to the campaign. West Ham’s Slaven Bilic has become the fourth managerial departure of the season in the Premier … Read more
Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig: Champions to oblige in open contest
Think Bayern will win? BET HERE! Think Leipzig will win? BET HERE! Explore all bets Odds: Bayern Munich 33/100, Draw 9/2, RB Leipzig 13/2 Kick Off: 1730, 28/10/2017 Stadium: Allianz Arena TV: BT Sport Bayern Munich knocked RB Leipzig out of the DFB Cup on penalties after an absorbing encounter … Read more
Hamburg vs Bayern Munich: Heynckes’ honeymoon period to continue
Bayern to win 2-0 > 6/1 Kimmich to score first > 5/1 Explore all bets Odds: Hamburg 13/1, Draw 13/2, Bayern Munich 3/20 Kick Off: 1730, 21/10/2017 Stadium: Volksparkstadion TV: BT Sport Bayern Munich have won their last six encounters with Hamburg, including an 8-0 romp in their most recent … Read more