Former striker Brett Ormerod enjoyed a playing career lasting more than two decades. In an exclusive chat with bwin, he discusses the recent fortunes and prospects for some of his previous employers, including Southampton, Preston North End, Blackpool and Wrexham.
What do promoted teams need to do to survive?
Think Huddersfield can survive? BET HERE! Fancy Newcastle for the drop? BET HERE! Explore all bets With Huddersfield having made an impressive start to their first ever Premier League campaign, we wanted to find out exactly what makes the difference between success and failure in Europe’s top divisions. We’ve analysed … Read more
How much should clubs change their squads every year?
Quickbets: Champions League Winner 2017/2018 REAL MADRID BARCELONA PSG view all… This transfer window has been one of extremes, from the extensive remodelling of Manchester City’s squad being carried out by Pep Guardiola to the frustrating lack of progress at Arsenal. But just how much change is healthy at a … Read more
Should clubs spend big on a marquee signing?
Quickbets: Premier League Winner 2017/2018 MANCHESTER UNITED MANCHESTER CITY CHELSEA view all… When a club enters a transfer window with money burning a hole in their pocket, there are two opposing schools of thought on how to spend it. One is to splash out on a big-money signing – Neymar’s … Read more
Graphic: The effect of European football on domestic performance
When the draws for the Champions League and Europa League group stages are made, there will be plenty of names in the hat that weren’t there last season. The absence of Arsenal from the Champions League has raised the most eyebrows and there has been plenty of talk about whether … Read more
How important is a good start to the season?
As the new season gets under way, fans who have waited patiently for months to see their teams in action can be forgiven for poring over every detail of their first few performances. There are always a few big clubs who stumble out of the blocks and a few small … Read more
Premier League predictions: Eagles to soar in handicap market
We’re continuing our list of ante-post Premier League betting predictions by seeking out some value tips from bwin’s extensive range of fringe markets on the new top-flight season. We’ve already featured previews on the title race, the relegation battle, the Golden Boot contenders and which manager will be first to leave … Read more
What should you look for in a goalscorer?
With this summer seeing plenty of high-profile goalscorers switching clubs and several more on the horizon, many fans will be debating whether their new arrival will prove to be value for money. Supporters of Chelsea and Manchester United seem unsure of who got the better deal from their clubs’ intertwined … Read more
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Mourinho hoping for happier return
Kick Off: 1630, 5/11/17 Stadium: Stamford Bridge TV: Sky Sports Jose Mourinho endured a humiliating return to Stamford Bridge last season but the former Chelsea boss will hope his Manchester United team can prove they are genuine Premier League title contenders with a positive result this time. United conceded after … Read more
Perry Groves on all things Arsenal, the Premier League and Colchester
Perry Groves made more than 150 league appearances for Arsenal over six seasons. The winger went on to win two league titles and the League Cup with the Gunners after joining from Colchester before also playing for Southampton, Dagenham and Canvey Island. Here, the 52-year-old talks about Arsenal and Colchester, as well as his thoughts on this season’s Premier League.
When should clubs make their summer signings?
With just over a month remaining before the transfer window slams shut, fans across Europe are debating whether their clubs have made sufficient reinforcements for the season ahead. While many are demanding further investment, is it wise to continue recruiting now that pre-season preparations are well under way? We’ve analysed … Read more
Steve Lomas talks West Ham, Man City, QPR and Northern Ireland
Former Northern Ireland international Steve Lomas made well over a century of appearances for Manchester City and West Ham as well as enjoying two seasons at QPR. He gives us his thoughts on the transfer dealings of his former clubs this summer and their prospects for the 2017/18 season.
How do managers fare in their second season?
The 2017/18 campaign could be the defining moment in the careers of some of the game’s top managers: the pivotal ‘second season’ at their current clubs. This is particularly true in Manchester, where rivals Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho need to improve upon their debut seasons, but they are far … Read more
The Greatest League in the World Quiz
Thanks to the sheer diversity of football available to watch both on TV and online – plus the huge success of the Champions League – most fans will fancy that they know a fair bit about the global game as well as their own domestic league. However we also suspect … Read more