Sportsbet.io's English Premier League Football Pool Discussion Thread

[buwaytress]

Aguero's back, didn't realise it or might have thought twice about backing Arsenal.

It's taking the fun out of it for me and seemingly the players. Oftentimes they don't celebrate and you can't as a spectator either because half of the time they get disallowed. It's a joke. Stealing the win in the last minute should be something both fans and players go mental over, but now it's just going mental over var. I still think they should adjust the offside rule somehow or at least only check goals if there's a concern or the opposite team wants to use one of their three claims.

Yeah, I don't normally celebrate with VAR and all that but this time I got had. Was gushing about it all and Henderson and all and then I saw the ref walking and then it sank in. Completely agree the rule needs implementation and I'm a big fan of giving each manager/captain one/three
At least they sort of rescinded the new VAR implementation of handball. Not much but it's a step in the right direction for the bleeding enjoyment of the game.

people should be up in arms against VAR rules for not calling Pickford's "tackle" a straight red card, Van Dijk's leg coulda been torn to several pieces   GK should've been sent off regardless of the offside

I didn't even want to talk about it with my kid watching. Heart in my mouth. With new rules where intent isn't even in the equation that tackle could very easily have smashed the knee. This was partly why VAR is here, but Pickford not getting even a caution?

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[tokeweed]

Looks like you got the 67/1 hilarious! I knew it was a good bet too before the match, didn't realise it'd be THIS close though. I suppose we cann't be having 6/7 goal thrillers all of the time eh? 5 mins on the clock and it does look like we're going to be sharing points again. I think we should still have won this earlier. VVD out in 10 mins was really really unexpected though damn. Zero height in defence.

Unfortunately not. Everything came in apart from I needed two Everton corners in the second half and they had zero. It's often the corners that let me down. I missed out on I think a 180/1 or something a couple of weeks ago by one corner. Finished 2-2 so at least I got the correct score on the pool. Liverpool had a goal cancelled in the last minute for being a millimeter offside on var as well.

Have to say it once again, this VAR checks have became so ridicules that if I had the club I would have mandatory nail clippings and haircuts done before every game. I was thinking on putting some money on both to score in both halves and of course I did not. I chose Napoli - Atalanta game instead and Napoli rektd Atalanta 4:0 in first half.

Really hope that injury to VVD is nothing serious, I never like to see players getting of after unnatural rotations of the knee. Can be quite a lengthy injury but VVD walked off the pitch by himself so hopefully it is just something short.

Not only did VAR take the human factor and purity out of the game, but a lot the decisions made have been as ridiculous as if there was no VAR.  

Anyway, watched Chelsea vs Southampton first half.  Stopped and thought Chelsea had it.  Checked result an hour later.  LOL.  Wtf happened?  I have a feeling United also will lose 2 - 1 vs NUFC and it's gonna be a race to Poch between them and United.

[cryptofrka]

I don't understand how is it possible to get these VAR decisions so wrong. Henderson's goal is clearly onside.

Don't know if you heard, but the first news are that Van Dijk has torn his ACL and that he's lost for the whole season. If so, we are practically out of the title race.
It is the only injury that could hurt us in such way - it will be really hard to go all season with only 2 centre backs who are often injured and with Fabinho as cover. I hope we buy something during the winter window.

Everything in this derby went against us today.

[hilariousetc]

Fucks sake. Had the correct score at 1-1 up until the 88th minute and united then went and scored another 3 before full time. I think Newcastle deserved a point but Newcastle obviously got tired towards the end.

I don't understand how is it possible to get these VAR decisions so wrong. Henderson's goal is clearly onside.

Don't know if you heard, but the first news are that Van Dijk has torn his ACL and that he's lost for the whole season. If so, we are practically out of the title race.
It is the only injury that could hurt us in such way - it will be really hard to go all season with only 2 centre backs who are often injured and with Fabinho as cover. I hope we buy something during the winter window.

Everything in this derby went against us today.

Nothing has been confirmed yet has it and looks like speculation but Klopp has said it doesn't look good apparently.

[Trofo]

I don't understand how is it possible to get these VAR decisions so wrong. Henderson's goal is clearly onside.

Don't know if you heard, but the first news are that Van Dijk has torn his ACL and that he's lost for the whole season. If so, we are practically out of the title race.
It is the only injury that could hurt us in such way - it will be really hard to go all season with only 2 centre backs who are often injured and with Fabinho as cover. I hope we buy something during the winter window.

Everything in this derby went against us today.

Nothing has been confirmed yet has it and looks like speculation but Klopp has said it doesn't look good apparently.

I have also seen the news telling VanDijk is out for 6-7 months with torn ligaments, really hope it is not confirmed yet. However this turn out it just shows how one stupid tackle can ruin a whole season for the club, especially when it happens just after transfer deadline passed. It always hits you where you are weakest. Liverpool bought good players to strengthen all positions except the defense and then this happens. They even got rid of Lovren so I am thinking Fabihno is now officially CB for the rest of season.

[slaman29]

Premier League really really needs to fix their VAR issues. Not a Liverpool fan but if one guy is taken out like that, with no repercussions for the keeper, then it sends the wrong message and VAR did not step in when it should have.

In Spain VAR is more or less accepted already but funny how England doesn't want to use it properly.

[Trofo]

Damn, I am on fire today, hitting both bets and correct scores here in the pool. Just hope it will continue in the similar fashion till the end of day. It was time to hit one perfect day, still long way from that to happen but at least I stated in the best possible way.

Still no Bale in the first eleven for Spurs but I have a feeling we will see him today. Bergwijn for Bale in 60th minute. Where can I place this bet?

[Harkorede]

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I'm on the opposite side of the coin today, I've zero points from the first two games, Just a goal from West Ham after the break will be the best consolation for me today.

[Trofo]

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I'm on the opposite side of the coin today, I've zero points from the first two games, Just a goal from West Ham after the break will be the best consolation for me today.

I am waiting for that one goal from West Ham as well. I have both to score and Spurs to win on single and both to score on another live multi. Spurs have done their part, now the Hammers need to do theirs as well. Have 3:1 in our pool so that could be another perfect result for me today.

I am thinking we are not seeing this Hammers goal, while I was writing this post Fornals missed header to empty net from 2 meters out.

[Harkorede]

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I'm on the opposite side of the coin today, I've zero points from the first two games, Just a goal from West Ham after the break will be the best consolation for me today.

I am waiting for that one goal from West Ham as well. I have both to score and Spurs to win on single and both to score on another live multi. Spurs have done their part, now the Hammers need to do theirs as well. Have 3:1 in our pool so that could be another perfect result for me today.

I am thinking we are not seeing this Hammers goal, while I was writing this post Fornals missed header to empty net from 2 meters out.

Tottenham with the biggest choke so far this season, wtf happened ? 3 goals in 10 minutes, I was literally happy and thought the first West Ham goal would be the last for the match, little did I know.

But meh, look at the last a goal, what a goal and what a way to complete a 3-goal equaliser 😳

[LTU_btc]

Tottenham with the biggest choke so far this season, wtf happened ? 3 goals in 10 minutes, I was literally happy and thought the first West Ham goal would be the last for the match, little did I know.

But meh, look at the last a goal, what a goal and what a way to complete a 3-goal equaliser 😳

I didn't watched the game, but had notifications on Flashscore. When West Ham scored first goal, I thought "cool, I will get first exact score on this round finally". But end of game was completely crazy. This season is simply unbeleavable.
On the way to wooden spoon this round .

[Harkorede]

On the way to wooden spoon this round .

I haven't checked the leaderboard this evening, but I'd be surprised if I don't beat you to it, It's a zero-point Sunday for me, the latest is Leciester losing at home to Aston Villa 

[big_daddy]

Damn, I am on fire today, hitting both bets and correct scores here in the pool. Just hope it will continue in the similar fashion till the end of day. It was time to hit one perfect day, still long way from that to happen but at least I stated in the best possible way.

Still no Bale in the first eleven for Spurs but I have a feeling we will see him today. Bergwijn for Bale in 60th minute. Where can I place this bet?

you are the yellow cap leader for this round, but we have 6 points to grab on Monday, on two matches left
let's catch you 

WBA has already conceded 13 goals in four games, Burnley played efficient matches on two away games and they traditionally play efficient matches on WBA's home field, so, yeah, I'm giving a handicap advantage for Burnley here

Leeds has scored in every game this season. In three of the four league matches Wolverhampton scored a goal as well
Both to score? and Wolves to win?

[Trofo]

Damn, I am on fire today, hitting both bets and correct scores here in the pool. Just hope it will continue in the similar fashion till the end of day. It was time to hit one perfect day, still long way from that to happen but at least I stated in the best possible way.

Still no Bale in the first eleven for Spurs but I have a feeling we will see him today. Bergwijn for Bale in 60th minute. Where can I place this bet?

you are the yellow cap leader for this round, but we have 6 points to grab on Monday, on two matches left
let's catch you 

WBA has already conceded 13 goals in four games, Burnley played efficient matches on two away games and they traditionally play efficient matches on WBA's home field, so, yeah, I'm giving a handicap advantage for Burnley here

Leeds has scored in every game this season. In three of the four league matches Wolverhampton scored a goal as well
Both to score? and Wolves to win?

You can try to catch me but if you put predictions like you said above I don't see it happening.

I also see Burley as the favourite in their match against WBA, but will probably chose a score like 2:1 for them. No handicaps for sure.

Leeds - Wolves could be a good match, I currently have 2:1 for wolves in our pool but I could be changing that. I really don't know what to do with this game. Both to score will be my bet but each team has their chances here and it will come out to luck or 94th minute goal. Can already feel another late twist.

[hilariousetc]

Cracking equaliser for West Ham in injury time and they scored 3 goals all after the 82 minute. Wasn't expecting that result and only two people backed the draw and nobody went for the West Ham win which isn't surprising.

I also see Burley as the favourite in their match against WBA, but will probably chose a score like 2:1 for them. No handicaps for sure.

That game looks like a draw to me. Either way I won't be watching it. Could be zero goals in that.

Leeds - Wolves could be a good match, I currently have 2:1 for wolves in our pool but I could be changing that. I really don't know what to do with this game. Both to score will be my bet but each team has their chances here and it will come out to luck or 94th minute goal. Can already feel another late twist.

Leeds should win given their form, though I think it will be close. With that being said I think Leeds will slip up eventually and it will be to a team that you don't expect.

[swogerino]

This week I didn’t choose as many draws as I usually do and the funny thing this time we had 5 draws so far.I only scored three points with Everton-Liverpool correct score and every thing else is wrong.It says I am at 26 place from 49 but the Superbru engine is busy and I know this should be an error.

[Mbitr]

This week I didn’t choose as many draws as I usually do and the funny thing this time we had 5 draws so far.I only scored three points with Everton-Liverpool correct score and every thing else is wrong.It says I am at 26 place from 49 but the Superbru engine is busy and I know this should be an error.

I usually pick a few draws each round , but after having only 3 draws in the first 4 rounds - I decided to change my system - doh ! 5 draws this round so far and a shocking 1.5 pts for me 

[cryptofrka]

What the hell is happening? I have 1 point from 8 games

27,5 points in 5 rounds, that averages as 5,5 points per round. I'm 45th out of 50 participants and I'm mostly picking favorites.

This will be a crazy season.

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Just letting everyone know I moved the funds from the pool to a different address so not to worry if you notice the funds have moved.

This week I didn’t choose as many draws as I usually do and the funny thing this time we had 5 draws so far.I only scored three points with Everton-Liverpool correct score and every thing else is wrong.It says I am at 26 place from 49 but the Superbru engine is busy and I know this should be an error.

I usually pick a few draws each round , but after having only 3 draws in the first 4 rounds - I decided to change my system - doh ! 5 draws this round so far and a shocking 1.5 pts for me 

I think that's where I've been going wrong this season as I pick draws when I can't split the teams but when it's hard to split the teams it's certainly hard to pick the winner. Two of the draws I picked this week came in though including one correct score.

What the hell is happening? I have 1 point from 8 games

27,5 points in 5 rounds, that averages as 5,5 points per round. I'm 45th out of 50 participants and I'm mostly picking favorites.

This will be a crazy season.

Now you know how I felt last week. It happens to everyone though. Lots of draws this week and a couple of shock results I really didn't expect Leicester to lose. Really surprised that six people went with the Villa away win.

[fortebettor]

There are no fans in the stadiums and we have completely different competitions.