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

[cryptofrka]

@cryptofrka no one's taking over 25 goals for Salah haha. Over/Under 20 would be a much more reasonable bet for even money (to me)

Well, I figured now that Mane's gone..
There's also no African cup this season.

Fair argument though, but if the margin was set to 20 I'd bet on over.

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[Igebotz]

Might as well specify the cup or league,would end up confusing. Here is my offer for now.

I would take Spurs to finish above Chelsea for 3/1. Since Chelsea are rated 3rd favourite to win title, seems good value for whoever wants that.

2mbtc, any takers?

No way!! This is something I'd like to do; we're fucking bad, but NO way Spurs of Conte will finish above us this season. So, someone is going to quote this post, right? Is this the standard procedure?

Just to be clear, that means I'm backing Spurs to finish above Chelsea for the 22/23 EPL season, with a 2mbtc stake at 3/1 odds.

If I lose, I pay igehhh 2 mbtc. If I win igehhh pays 4 mbtc.

No man! That's cheating, hahaha! Why include the odds when we are going offline to wager? While you are certain that Spur will finish ahead of Chelsea, I am certain that Chelsea will finish ahead of Spurs! It's fair that you pay me 2 mbtc if I win and I pay 2 mbtc if I lose.

Well, I figured now that Mane's gone..
There's also no African cup this season.

Fair argument though, but if the margin was set to 20 I'd bet on over.

Ronaldo and Salah to score over 15.5 goals!! Who's ready to bet against?

@trofo we are yet to make a deal. Haha  

Chelsea to top the league table either half of the season! @$50 who says No!?

[Harkorede]

Ronaldo and Salah to score over 15.5 goals!! Who's ready to bet against?

Both players would probably score at least 5 penalties each, that you leaves you with 11 goals, I'd also take such bet for both of them score at least that amount of goals provided they play at least 70% of the full season, in case of an unfortunate long term injury. I think it will be fair to draw your numbers from a specified sportsbook to get an informed guess of what the fair lines should be, I'm sure most of the bookies would have no more than a margin of +/- 1.5 goals for approximately the same odds, that'd be better than just drawing random values/lines.

Chelsea to top the league table either half of the season! @$50 who says No!?

I would probably take this bet, but I still don't totally understand the exact definition; what I only understand is that you're not saying Chelsea to top the table at any point of the season. But either half of the season is going to be a bit tricky bet to explain.

Is it that after 19 games have been played each, Chelsea should be top of the table, if they're not, will the 2nd half of the season considered as a different 19 games ? or will the final standing at the end of the season be put into consideration, because it is quite possible for a team to not be at the top of the table on either half of the season as my first two scenario states and end up as the league champion.

[Igebotz]

Chelsea to top the league table either half of the season! @$50 who says No!?

I would probably take this bet, but I still don't totally understand the exact definition; what I only understand is that you're not saying Chelsea to top the table at any point of the season. But either half of the season is going to be a bit tricky bet to explain.

Is it that after 19 games have been played each, Chelsea should be top of the table, if they're not, will the 2nd half of the season considered as a different 19 games ? or will the final standing at the end of the season be put into consideration, because it is quite possible for a team to not be at the top of the table on either half of the season as my first two scenario states and end up as the league champion.

It means they are expected to lead the league at some point during the season before the completion of the 38 games. Given that the majority of pundits predicted they would finish outside the top 4 next season. It's a risky bet but I believe in the team I support.

[Trofo]

Chelsea to top the league table either half of the season! @$50 who says No!?

I would probably take this bet, but I still don't totally understand the exact definition; what I only understand is that you're not saying Chelsea to top the table at any point of the season. But either half of the season is going to be a bit tricky bet to explain.

Is it that after 19 games have been played each, Chelsea should be top of the table, if they're not, will the 2nd half of the season considered as a different 19 games ? or will the final standing at the end of the season be put into consideration, because it is quite possible for a team to not be at the top of the table on either half of the season as my first two scenario states and end up as the league champion.

It means they are expected to lead the league at some point during the season before the completion of the 38 games. Given that the majority of pundits predicted they would finish outside the top 4 next season. It's a risky bet but I believe in the team I support.

Not even close to what you wrote first. That first bet I would take immediately.

I am up for Chelsea to lead the table at the season break or any point after that - No
Season break is defined as the time when league stops for world cup.

That removes possibility of Chelsea winning first 2 games and being top of the table. Or chelsea playing first in the beginning and topping the table before other clubs play.

[buwaytress]

Who else going to start the season with a big bang on Community Shield? I know I am. Over 3/1 odds too!

Just to be clear, that means I'm backing Spurs to finish above Chelsea for the 22/23 EPL season, with a 2mbtc stake at 3/1 odds.

If I lose, I pay igehhh 2 mbtc. If I win igehhh pays 4 mbtc.

No man! That's cheating, hahaha! Why include the odds when we are going offline to wager? While you are certain that Spur will finish ahead of Chelsea, I am certain that Chelsea will finish ahead of Spurs! It's fair that you pay me 2 mbtc if I win and I pay 2 mbtc if I lose.

Clearly you didn't read my post. I already said 3/1 odds from the very first post. How's that cheating? Pay attention

Chelsea have more than double percentage (81%) according to odds than Spurs to finish top 4.

They're favoured more than Spurs, so you have the advantage. You're EXPECTED to finish above Spurs. Winning the same amount of money for choosing the favourite, how's that fair?

[Harkorede]

Chelsea to top the league table either half of the season! @$50 who says No!?

I would probably take this bet, but I still don't totally understand the exact definition; what I only understand is that you're not saying Chelsea to top the table at any point of the season. But either half of the season is going to be a bit tricky bet to explain.

Is it that after 19 games have been played each, Chelsea should be top of the table, if they're not, will the 2nd half of the season considered as a different 19 games ? or will the final standing at the end of the season be put into consideration, because it is quite possible for a team to not be at the top of the table on either half of the season as my first two scenario states and end up as the league champion.

It means they are expected to lead the league at some point during the season before the completion of the 38 games. Given that the majority of pundits predicted they would finish outside the top 4 next season. It's a risky bet but I believe in the team I support.

Not even close to what you wrote first. That first bet I would take immediately.

I am up for Chelsea to lead the table at the season break or any point after that - No
Season break is defined as the time when league stops for world cup.

That removes possibility of Chelsea winning first 2 games and being top of the table. Or chelsea playing first in the beginning and topping the table before other clubs play.

That's why I'd consider the bet somewhat a really tricky one if not a no brainer one especially If Chelsea exits their cups competitions early given them better and enough chances of not having any outstanding game, or it could be the other way round, and more so, Chelsea would also be the 2nd team from last season top 4 teams to play their first fixture of the season and would be playing against a team that finished in the bottom 5, so what happens If Chelsea wins by a larger margin than Liverpool, and Arsenal who's first fixture is relatively tougher imo, as I'd expect the other four fixtures before Chelsea's to be close ones, thus goes the bet after less than 24 hours into the new season. I'd rather take well defined bet that doesn't have to do with some random luck or scenarios.


1. Btw @buwaytress, you seem keen on Tottenham having a great season or at least a better one than Chelsea so, I'll take your side bet of Tottenham not finishing above Chelsea in the league, for a risk of If I lose I'll pay 3 mBTC while if you lose, you pay 2 mBTC
2. I'm also down for Tottenham not finishing better than Chelsea in most other non premier league competitions with all cup competitions considered equal, i.e. it doesn't matter if Chelsea wins the Champions league, if they exit most of the other competitions before Tottenham you win, for the same value as that in the first post.

[CLS63]

It is quite nice that the pool participants are betting with each other before the season starts. I would also like to put a little money on something if there is anyone interested. I think that Manchester United will complete the season ahead of Arsenal. If there is anyone interested in joining this bet with me, I would be very happy if that person writes the amount in their mind by quoting this post.

[swogerino]

It is quite nice that the pool participants are betting with each other before the season starts. I would also like to put a little money on something if there is anyone interested. I think that Manchester United will complete the season ahead of Arsenal. If there is anyone interested in joining this bet with me, I would be very happy if that person writes the amount in their mind by quoting this post.

I can do that but only for fun meaning the amount to be 0.001 Bitcoin in total.This of course is just to increase the emotions of when we see the games of both Arsenal which I clearly see performing a lot better than Manchester United.

I have put this low amount as I know I will have it when the pool will end,however if you agree we can also increase the bet during the ongoing Premier League season if you want,but that of course most likely will be in your great disadvantage.

[CLS63]

It is quite nice that the pool participants are betting with each other before the season starts. I would also like to put a little money on something if there is anyone interested. I think that Manchester United will complete the season ahead of Arsenal. If there is anyone interested in joining this bet with me, I would be very happy if that person writes the amount in their mind by quoting this post.

I can do that but only for fun meaning the amount to be 0.001 Bitcoin in total.This of course is just to increase the emotions of when we see the games of both Arsenal which I clearly see performing a lot better than Manchester United.

I have put this low amount as I know I will have it when the pool will end,however if you agree we can also increase the bet during the ongoing Premier League season if you want,but that of course most likely will be in your great disadvantage.

It is okay for me and thank you for accepting it.   My offer is still valid. By the way, I believe that Manchester United will complete the season nicely this year.

[casperBGD]

Who else going to start the season with a big bang on Community Shield? I know I am. Over 3/1 odds too!
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I am on the other side of this bet, City has troubles with Liverpool last seasons, but I think that this season will be different
will be interesting to see line-ups before the match, but my beer money is on City to win the match (it is value bet @2.35)

it is raining today, and this one should light the day, with great football

[tomahawk9]

Who else going to start the season with a big bang on Community Shield? I know I am. Over 3/1 odds too!
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I am on the other side of this bet, City has troubles with Liverpool last seasons, but I think that this season will be different
will be interesting to see line-ups before the match, but my beer money is on City to win the match (it is value bet @2.35)

it is raining today, and this one should light the day, with great football

City to win @2+ odds is always good value, but if there's a market that's been profitable in the last few seasons and where City vs Liverpool do not dissapoint is total goals and btts. In their last 7 meetings in all competitions, 6 out of 7 games ended with BTTS, and 6 out of 7 had +2.5 goals, and if you're feeling confident, +3.5 goals was correct in the last four meetings. Good luck today!

[darxiaomi]

I dont know why, but i think if Julian Alvarez come into the game he can score.

Take an eye on that.

[Trofo]

Who else going to start the season with a big bang on Community Shield? I know I am. Over 3/1 odds too!
~snip

I am on the other side of this bet, City has troubles with Liverpool last seasons, but I think that this season will be different
will be interesting to see line-ups before the match, but my beer money is on City to win the match (it is value bet @2.35)

it is raining today, and this one should light the day, with great football

City to win @2+ odds is always good value, but if there's a market that's been profitable in the last few seasons and where City vs Liverpool do not dissapoint is total goals and btts. In their last 7 meetings in all competitions, 6 out of 7 games ended with BTTS, and 6 out of 7 had +2.5 goals, and if you're feeling confident, +3.5 goals was correct in the last four meetings. Good luck today!

I am on both to score in this game, took it early this morning @1.65, getting worried a little though since I don't see much clear cut chances in these first 20 minutes. We need an early goal to open up this game. We know both teams can score and play atomic football. Maybe they just need a little push remove the deadlock.

[buwaytress]

1. Btw @buwaytress, you seem keen on Tottenham having a great season or at least a better one than Chelsea so, I'll take your side bet of Tottenham not finishing above Chelsea in the league, for a risk of If I lose I'll pay 3 mBTC while if you lose, you pay 2 mBTC

Done! That's how it's done, simple and straightforward, and if Spurs let me down, I definitely deserve it. I'd take your second one as well in another lifetime, but I don't like losing too much money to the same person in one sitting. You'll remind me if I lose, I hope?

Trofo happy with the goal? TAA seems to have been given it even though I wasn't sure it'd have gone in if it didn't get that nice big Ake (?) deflection.

[Harkorede]

1. Btw @buwaytress, you seem keen on Tottenham having a great season or at least a better one than Chelsea so, I'll take your side bet of Tottenham not finishing above Chelsea in the league, for a risk of If I lose I'll pay 3 mBTC while if you lose, you pay 2 mBTC

Done! That's how it's done, simple and straightforward, and if Spurs let me down, I definitely deserve it. I'd take your second one as well in another lifetime, but I don't like losing too much money to the same person in one sitting. You'll remind me if I lose, I hope?

Trofo happy with the goal? TAA seems to have been given it even though I wasn't sure it'd have gone in if it didn't get that nice big Ake (?) deflection.

I'll probably just leave you feedback as a little reminder for the bet, because the post will get buried quickly once the new season gets underway.


I missed the first half but the 2nd half have been fairly even, with Nunez having had the best chance of game im the 2nd half so far but, got the better off by Ederson.

Edit: Alvarez gets us level and uncharacteristic spill from Adrian, I'd say he's made a couple of questionable saves, that perhaps Alisson wouldn't have.

[Trofo]

I can already see we will have another bad season with regards to VAR. I can give them long time to react with City goal, it was difficult situation to judge and draw lines but why the hell they needed so much time for Liverpool penalty? It is as clear as it gets and then after quite long time they call main ref to check it by himself. If VAR ref can't call this one, then VAR room does not need ref, just technician to draw the lines.

[darxiaomi]

I dont know why, but i think if Julian Alvarez come into the game he can score.

Take an eye on that.

I think i deserved some recognize for this bolt prediction.  .

I can already see we will have another bad season with regards to VAR. I can give them long time to react with City goal, it was difficult situation to judge and draw lines but why the hell they needed so much time for Liverpool penalty? It is as clear as it gets and then after quite long time they call main ref to check it by himself. If VAR ref can't call this one, then VAR room does not need ref, just technician to draw the lines.

Yes i cant believe when the referee goes to check himself a hand so clearly.

Good for Liverpool and congrats for us Liverpool fan LFC_BITCOIN.

[casperBGD]

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I think i deserved some recognize for this bolt prediction.  .

yeah, congrats on this prediction, and congrats to Liverpool on first trophy this season, it isn't even started properly, and they started their counter

my bet was down, but had another one on goals, that were good, so positive zero in the end
nevertheless, good football after some time, and it could bring another good season

[Harkorede]

I can already see we will have another bad season with regards to VAR. I can give them long time to react with City goal, it was difficult situation to judge and draw lines but why the hell they needed so much time for Liverpool penalty? It is as clear as it gets and then after quite long time they call main ref to check it by himself. If VAR ref can't call this one, then VAR room does not need ref, just technician to draw the lines.

I don't think it's ref or technical rooms fault in that very occasion, If you ask me, but the first problem was both team players being an utter distraction for the referee, in most cases of handballs or foul in the 12 yard box, the VAR crew probably always have a verdict of their own imo, but the players just need to allow the referee breathing space, it took the referee way less to come to a conclusion after checking the replay, probably around 5 secs or thereabout from him looking at the screen, when it comes to goals being ruled or not for offside that's the VAR team decision to make, but for handballs,  fouls, and red card worthy offences the referee is sole decision maker, VAR crew are just meant to call is attention to it if he didn't make the call at first glance imo, but the team players all ranting at once wouldn't even allow the referee communicate properly with the VAR team. If you look at Matip's low header that looks like it touched his hands some moments before Man City equalised, the VAR probably looked at it and since there probably no contact to his hands, the referee had no reason to come into play, the scenario didn't get replayed all through the end of the game, so It made me pretty sure there was probably nothing to be looked at in that case. More so, the players are always the ones begging the referees to take a look for themselves.