Muzzy Izzet enjoyed a successful career in English football, most famously with Leicester City, where he spent eight years, winning promotion to the Premier League and two League Cups. He also represented Turkey at both Euro 2000 and the 2002 World Cup.
Interest from West Ham comes at a time when Arsenal must consider sacrificing the Ox
West Ham’s pending move to the Olympic Stadium has given those in the business of peddling transfer stories a new source of inspiration. With the Irons due to move into their taxpayer-funded, state-of-the-art arena, it has been speculated a marquee signing or two will be made in order ensure seats … Read more
Is it just us…or has Chelsea star failed to justify his pre-Blues hype?
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois earned plenty of praise for saving fairly routine shots against Paris Saint-Germain, but was also at fault for their winner. Edinson Cavani was fortunate to find an inviting gap between the big Belgian’s legs when firing his winning goal past the Blues gloveman. It was an … Read more
Fan poll: Staggeringly few Man Utd fans want Fergie-hailed Spurs boss
A recent fan poll conducted by news.bwin.com fans remain firmly on the fence about whether Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino would succeed at Manchester United. Asked, “would Mauricio Pochettino be a good choice for the Man Utd job?” only 50% responded in the affirmative. The poll featured as part of a … Read more
Chelsea goals and a Newcastle win make best bets shortlist
After a heavy first course in the mid-week feast of Premier League action, the quirks of fixture scheduling means fans only have two games to tuck into on Wednesday night. That certainly doesn’t mean there can’t be any money made though, and the bods at news.bwin have scoured the form … Read more
Money in Germany for Spurs to clinch signing of ‘Danish Solskjaer’
Tottenham’s prolonged search for some Harry Kane cover may be finally coming to a conclusion, with an influx of bets from Germany suggesting Spurs may be close to a deal for the ‘Danish Solskjaer’. The possibility of seeing this protracted hunt for striking reinforcements drawing to a close is sure … Read more
Alan Curbishley interview: Former West Ham boss backs Arsenal for the title
Former West Ham and Charlton manager Alan Curbishley takes English football’s temperature exclusively for bwin, offering pearls of wisdom on Arsenal, Tottenham, England, Aston Villa, the Irons and the state of play in the Championship.
Odds slashed on Liverpool signing Bundesliga-based international
The bwin odds compilers have been forced to slash the odds on Schalke defender Joel Matip joining Liverpool after a flurry of bets from German punters. Available at 8/1 this morning, Matip is now just 11/4 to sign for the Anfield club by February 3. Having observed similar betting patterns … Read more
Chelsea handed golden opportunity to sell below par star
With all the subtlety of an elephant in an elevator, Chelsea striker Diego Costa blabbed on Spanish radio that a return to former club Atletico Madrid is a venture that interests him. Like most of his Blues colleagues, the Spain international has endured a frustrating campaign so far, which infamously … Read more
Man City v Liverpool Preview & Match Odds
Odds: Manchester City 67/100, The Draw 3/1, Liverpool 15/4 Manchester City have left very little room for improvement over the rest of the school year after a posting a stellar autumn term report card. Top of the Premier League class with a third of the campaign through the hour glass, … Read more
Tottenham star leaving Messi, Ronaldo and Aguero in the dust
Harry Kane is a better international marksman than Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Aguero. The Tottenham striker averages 0.5 goals per international appearance, beating out Messi’s 0.47, Aguero’s 0.46 and Ronaldo’s 0.45. Only Neymar has a better rate of last season’s top 11 scorers across Europe’s four major leagues, … Read more
Exclusive interview: Graham Poll talks disciplining Chelsea and reffing his beloved QPR
With Jose Mourinho in full meltdown mode, Diego Costa trying to get sent off every week and more diving seen on Premier League pitches than a Tom Daley training session – it’s hard to imagine why anyone would want to be a referee. Now retired, Graham Poll did, and – … Read more
Bournemouth injury crisis yet to affect their relegation price
If Wayne Rooney, Anthony Martial, Memphis Depay and Matteo Darmian all suffered long-term injuries this season, would Manchester United’s ambitions for the season drastically alter? It’s likely Louis van Gaal would cool title talk should his captain, leading striker and two integral summer signings all come a cropper in close succession. … Read more
Klopp clear favourite as Liverpool start search for Rodgers replacement
He survived a 6-1 humbling at Stoke, a 3-0 loss to West Ham at Anfield and being held at home by the likes of Norwich, Carlisle and Sion, but Brendan Rodgers has been sacked by Liverpool after a 1-1 draw at Everton on Premier League matchday eight, with his side … Read more