For my entire 3 seasons so far, I don't think I've ever been privilege to get such freebies, I'll likely be 1st-2nd place by now, If had gotten such freebies too, although it depends on if those who gave the walkover aren't fixture I won regardless.

I'd usually say I'll rather my fail with honor, than succeed without it, but in this case getting 3 points from an opponent not submitting their picks is not dishonorable, so you lots should feel free to toss it my way too  

Such a shame slackovic, sorry 'bout that! I think you still submit your pick now, If it's still opened at least, that way you'll find close if mitch was going to win the round anyways.

I didn't get Haaland back yet either at least not for the current game week, I'll probably stick to that plan even after this game to be sure he's very fit and Guardiola would not be having him on heavy minutes rotation, it probably takes less than 30 minutes on a good day for Haaland to make his significant mark, so coming off or going to the bench early might not really matter, I just want to be sure he's pretty much okay now and wouldn't be returning to the sidelines after just a game or two.

Salah should be back in England soon right ? and could be up for the game against Arsenal on Sunday right ?

That's quite a bummer for us vying for a better position on the table, though, since there is only a 3 points difference between 9th and 5th position and you supposedly get a free pass  

Slackovic have been consistent and those 3 points would have been very valuable to himself too (If he could get it, but you can't win if you don't play), I'm convinced there must have been some reasonable for him being unable to submit his answers, I mean some who took part in the free week with a friendly against Trofo, it doesn't make much sense that he just supposedly forgot about the deadline, I hope he's alright, though!

I only took the early advantage against LTU because Newcastle won against Aston Villa, I felt Newcastle or draw was the better choice than an outright win on Aston Villa while I'd have still need to figure out whether or not to go with Watkins getting on the scoresheet or not, that's a tough one, although my expectation was just a 1-1 at the very least, not some complete blowout win away from home for an injury ravaged Newcastle side.

Congratulations!

I was also able to get a win with my freebet as well, I had it on a small betbuilder on the Arsenal vs Nottingham Forrest match, my bet was on the line already, I however got my arse saved by 93rd minute corner kick awarded to Nottingham, as a total of 2+ corners from the host was I needed left to win my bet.

And they've got a solid reward for it, with a 1 goal lead, but can they keep their nerves and shit together for the remaining 13 minutes plus stoppage time left in this game.

It's going to be quite a major upset if they do, and I'd be glad because it's going to be an extra advantage for Nigeria, because I'd rather Nigeria face South Africa in the semi finals, if we make it past Angola than play against Morocco.

EDIT:
That didn't take long after my post, Morocco have got themselves a redemption chance from the penalty spot  

EDIT 2: Hakimi has blown the chabce!!! Damn, now it's South Africa's game to lose!

I don't want to take anything away from the Ivorians efforts last night but If they had not conceded that goal very early, they likely would have had much to play for or come all out aggressively, I strongly doubt they stand a chance to win the by any stretch to be honest.

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I really don't know what's up with African countries when they concede early into a game, It's often almost is as though that's the end, but getting better goal per match ratio is something I didn't expect, I believe the ratio is still well above 2.5 goals, if I'm not mistaken.

Thanks mate,

I can confirm that I've received the supposed free bet from Sportsbet.io, thank you.

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efialtis has missed a whole lot of rounds without submitting any picks, but he's still won 3 rounds, I think if he's been consistently making his predictions there is nothing stopping him from being a top contender right now

Barcelona fans have already lost all the trust they had in the club before Xavi's arrival, and Xavi appointment was linking bridge that brought the fans and the club back together, Xavi have tried his best in my opinion and any coach would have faced similar situation, I mean when you your hand tied over transfer policies and you can't bring the necessary players you think the team needs rather the club keeps scouting for nothing but free agents and very your lads that they'll not be having a good contract for because of the desire of such players to play for a club like Barcelona.

Now. It's going to take long than expected for the team to get back on its two feet once Xavi leaves, you'll have the fans getting rebellious over the slightest of poor actions or inactions, Xavi leaving the club is lose lose situation for Barcelona.

On the contrary, I don't think the AFCON will be won by an underdog, to be honest a lot of big house hold names have been eliminated, but most of they have either a shitty squad or terrible chemistry all they brought to the tournament is just how their national team name is in Africa.

Cape Verde played really better than Mauritania and they deserved the win in regularly time, they were lucky by the penalty incident that ended in their favor, but goal was coming all along for them and it was just a matter of time imo.

13. Nassourdine Imavov
12. Renato Moicano
11. Randy Brown
10. Natalia Silva
9. Aliaskhab Khizriev
8. Gilbert Urbina
7. Molly McCann
6. Azat Maksum
5. Themba Gorimbo
4. Jung Gyeong Lee
3. Julija Stoliarenko
2. Marquel Mederos
1. Thomas Petersen

NOT go the Full Distance 6

Game 1:  29, 20'
Game 2:  29, 20'

I think it's the opposite, I do agree that Basketball is highly unreliable for small odds, as a matter of factor all sports does have this scenario too, but thinking tennis is the safest is quite the opposite, I'd say both sports are unpredictable for little odds, and Tennis in my opinion is the least safest for such probabilities, if you had followed the just concluded Australian Open well enough, I believe your perspective to this opinion could be different.

To go through to the semifinals, they need to win both games right, so they don't need to win both games in extra time or penalties, they just need to win at least one game through extra time or penalties and still get through to the semi finals, it doesn't matter how the second win comes about even if it is a walkover or so.

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I've submitted my picks, at least very early this time around... It's in lady luck hands now.

That was quite a bummer! Egypt with another unimpressive performance, and they final out, they could have just got knocked in the regular time, but congrats to Igebotz, he's got 6 points form the last 6 possible, Its still a very volatile move up and that the table, and CasperBGD should watch his too their many player coming for his crown, it's just a 6 points difference between 1st and 7th position, and there are no easy picks, an interesting competition we've got here!

Oh, My sincerely apologies, I understand your point, and it literally skipped my mind that cryptofrka isn't a part of our campaign here.

I'll surely work something out with him, TY!

Emilio Nsue, the AFCON's current top goal scorer cost me a potential 3 points, those points really would have been a huge one for me, and possibly push me further on the leader. If only he had scored score that penalty, it very much likely could have been a different game entirely as the least expectation would be the Equatorial Guinea protect that goal by all their means neccesary.

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We've got another cracker coming up next, let's see if the Egyptians can play a much better game in the absence of Mo Salah.

Yes, you can cheer all you like, I'm not a bitter loser, good game!

At least, I can pride myself in getting a win over Steve, who supposedly should know these sports better than me, and showing him that we're not dunking on no smoke in Division 1 and BSFL in generally.

But then buwaytress losing to Honest Alex is bad look for Division 1  

cryptofrka is just having a good week, yeah, he only does when it doesn't matter but at least my 1 mBTC should get him two shots of long beach with lime for the night 

Looking forward to seeing struggle when the league gets underway again, @Trofo please pay that lucky prick from my stipend 

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Time to regroup for my team, holiday is over and we've got a lot of tidying up to do.

Medvedev vs Sinner isn't a final I'd want to bore my self with, I prefer to watch tennis that often involves great rallies and terrific shots being made not just some heavy service which set up for an even heavier return and we're done after 4-5 rallies, that's why I'd prefer to watch Alcaraz everyday and every night, he brings all types of tennis entertainment every time he steps on court, such a joy to watch.

Sinner would likely rank as either no 1 or 2 in the ATP rankings this, I reckon, in as much as his fitness doesn't wage any war against him.

Haaland still isn't fit enough for start, and he's current possible return date is ahead of the midweek fixture against Burnley which he'll like miss in my opinion or be a late cameo since it's a home match for Man City, but regardless he should available fully for next weekend, if the there are no new developments.

If you're wildcarding after this GW then you have nothing to worry about, I'm sure there might be some big names returning to their clubs from both Asia and Africa before the next GW week deadline, so it should be easier to navigate or get necessary replacements.