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

[hilariousetc]

Would be nice to see Ronaldo, Messi, and Bale in the world cup this time.

An Argentina V Portugal in the world cup final would be the best outcome. Put to bed the debate between Messi and Ronaldo at last. Will probably be Ronaldo's last world cup as he'll be 41 by the time the next one comes around. Messi might make it to another one as he's 34 right now but I could easily see those players playing longer than most and neither of them seem to be slowing down right now. Would've been pretty lame if Portugal didn't make it but they're through now.

We're back this weekend ladies, and gentlemen. Can't bloody wait, I hate the international break as much as anyone, as I've previously alluded too.

There'll be another one in a few months with the Nations League haha.

[Welsh]

I am going to bet on Liverpool personally as they have the easiest game of the week,I am going for a handicap of -2 goals for Liverpool meaning I think they will win with 3 goals difference or at least I will get my money back if they win by 2.Surely they will score a lot of goals and most probably not give that big of a damn for the Champions League game they have soon after,Premier League title is surely the most beloved trophy.

I also think that all other favorite teams will win their games but if it happens so that will be a very rare case of not having a surprise result in a round of Premier League matches,I highly doubt it will happen for real.

Don't know, we tend to lose a bit of our edge when we're missing Trent. Say what you will about his defensive fragility, going forward he's the best in his position, and I don't think its even close. The man could probably ping a pass on his weaker foot to the man on the moon.

I honestly think Man City are going to struggle. I find that after internaitonal break players take a while to get into things, I'm not entirely sure why, that's partly the reason I'm expecting Liverpool to struggle. Normally I'd probably be predicting a 3-0/4-0 win.

There'll be another one in a few months with the Nations League haha.

Typical, that's not for two weeks is it? I bloody hope not. I almost feel lost, as I dedicate my Saturdays, and Sunday mainly to sports. Some Premier League, and UFC to top it off.

[Trofo]

Don't know, we tend to lose a bit of our edge when we're missing Trent. Say what you will about his defensive fragility, going forward he's the best in his position, and I don't think its even close. The man could probably ping a pass on his weaker foot to the man on the moon.

I think you are even understating it. Trent is main spark of creativity in LFC squad helped along handsomely with Robertson on other side of the pitch. It is just the way Klopp builds the attacks. Usually it is a more working midfield that covers a lot of the pitch and helps defensibly but then he expects a lot in the attack of his full backs and he gets it.

I heard Trent is pictured training with the team so it is maybe even possible that he plays. I would still expect him to not start the game and maybe enter only if points get in question. It is season end so I am sure Klopp will not risk it before most important games when trophies are lifted.

[buwaytress]

Man oh man guys. I've been suffering too Welsh, past couple of weekends nothing to cheer me up after dreary work weeks. Sure, there was sport, but just doesn't cut the same way.

Re Trent, it was some kind of disservice to talk about how poor he was at defending (yes it's sometimes true, but he more than makes up for it in attack and creativity)... but with all his improvements this season, it's criminal to still bring up the argument. He's already to me defensively a lot better than most of his peers in the league. Can't recall the precise games now but he was instrumental at least in keeping Inter at bay, Arsenal too (even though he lost most of his one on ones against Martinelli) -- I hate to bring up stats but he's sometimes ahead of even Walker or James at intercepts and successful tackles. Positioning will always suck but that's because of Klopp's demand -- he'll never improve that.

Anyway. Someone stop me from putting down too much on April 10... I see 35/10 on Liverpool and my betting click goes brrrrr....

[Welsh]

I actually think Trent is fine defensively, so while I may have alluded to the criticism that he has received, I'm definitely not agreeing with it. I actually think the reason he appears to be bad at defending for anyone, but those watching the full game, is for him to be the creative outlay that he is, he has to be further forward than any other right back would ever dream.

Therefore, when his defensive criticism comes into play, its usually from him recovering from a position high up in the field. Of course, he's going to be a little bit rushed, and not have the best decision making. I know hes been pinged a few times for losing his man on the back post, and I think that criticism is probably the only valid one I've come across, the rest are comparing him to traditional right backs that have a load of time to position themselves, something that Trent due to his attacking style, doesn't have.

Anyway. Someone stop me from putting down too much on April 10... I see 35/10 on Liverpool and my betting click goes brrrrr....

If you're determined to sweat buckets, might as well put us down for a 1-0 win, in the second half. Potentially the biggest game of the season left, and you might as well enter heart attack city, if your going to watch it .

[leea-1334]

The most dangerous time to bet on teams, especially if talking about teams like Spurs,,, we managed to put the balance of equal wins/losses into just over with our last win but now everything is wiped clean.

Still I have them to multibet with 2 goal handicap because I feel this team will do either very badly or very great. Hope to see the very good side.

Football is back!

[buwaytress]

I know hes been pinged a few times for losing his man on the back post, and I think that criticism is probably the only valid one I've come across, the rest are comparing him to traditional right backs that have a load of time to position themselves, something that Trent due to his attacking style, doesn't have.

Yeah, that's definitely the only times I've been annoyed at him -- even at setpieces he seems to lose his man a bit more than he should, but also feel that he and others out of position like that puts us in much better flow on the counter. In any case, Trent still so young, and blew me away this season with the way he actually found a way to improve. Can't get enough of him, really!

Anyway. Someone stop me from putting down too much on April 10... I see 35/10 on Liverpool and my betting click goes brrrrr....

If you're determined to sweat buckets, might as well put us down for a 1-0 win, in the second half. Potentially the biggest game of the season left, and you might as well enter heart attack city, if your going to watch it .
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I'm using up Boosts daily on punts like that, correct score wins so I can "cheer" every time we score. 0-0 at HT will not be fun for me. Praying I'll actually be at home to watch it. I've given the family early notice but real life always has other plans...

The most dangerous time to bet on teams, especially if talking about teams like Spurs,,, we managed to put the balance of equal wins/losses into just over with our last win but now everything is wiped clean.

Bet against United (Leicester almost 6/1) and against City. One will hit. <Insert jinx mode>

P.S. I'm aiming for 0 IQ points.

[swogerino]

The most dangerous time to bet on teams, especially if talking about teams like Spurs,,, we managed to put the balance of equal wins/losses into just over with our last win but now everything is wiped clean.

Still I have them to multibet with 2 goal handicap because I feel this team will do either very badly or very great. Hope to see the very good side.

Football is back!

Not dangerous I would say,Tottenham has screwed me basically during all my gambling history losing 99.99% when betting on them to win a game,I don't remember honestly where that 0.01% win is either.

Great to see real football back,first game is tomorrow,I think this week has a lot of games which in theory we could benefit from,the problem is I highly doubt this will happen for real.

Edit:The IQ questions have some flaws,the TAXI series from US I know for sure the first to be in the late 1970 and the later on the early 1980 so I answered 1980 and it got it wrong.

[Welsh]

What is everyone's predictions on the Manchester City game? I think that could be the upset of the weekend, coming off international break, they wasn't playing great before that, the pressure is building up. Think they could easily drop points against a well drilled Burnely side.

Yeah, that's definitely the only times I've been annoyed at him -- even at setpieces he seems to lose his man a bit more than he should, but also feel that he and others out of position like that puts us in much better flow on the counter. In any case, Trent still so young, and blew me away this season with the way he actually found a way to improve. Can't get enough of him, really!

I never thought I'd find some one I enjoyed more than John Arne Riise in a wide defensive position, but both Robertson, and Trent have proven me wrong. Might be a little bias, but I genuinely believe they're the best in the world in their positions, and by quite some margin. Their assist numbers alone are crazy, and without both of them we wouldn't be competing with Manchester City at the top of the table.

[LFC_Bitcoin]

I’m totally out of the running for the prizes this year (plays violin). I’m glad that sportsbet.io sponsored the pool though, with the opportunity of a free bet for the yellow cap each match week. It still keeps me motivated, now I’m off to put my predictions in.

[Joca97]

I’m totally out of the running for the prizes this year (plays violin). I’m glad that sportsbet.io sponsored the pool though, with the opportunity of a free bet for the yellow cap each match week. It still keeps me motivated, now I’m off to put my predictions in.

Still over 9 rounds to go i think you can try and maybe attack that 10th position,but for that you need to bet really different then others due and get a lot of correct results. At least try and be on top of each week to get the yellow cap. This pool is amazing because of the weekly prize and overall prize. Im still fighting hard for that 1st position but it will be extremely hard honestly.

[hilariousetc]

I’m totally out of the running for the prizes this year (plays violin). I’m glad that sportsbet.io sponsored the pool though, with the opportunity of a free bet for the yellow cap each match week. It still keeps me motivated, now I’m off to put my predictions in.

I'm surprised a lot of people have already dropped out as everyone is still in with a chance of winning the yellow cap.

What is everyone's predictions on the Manchester City game? I think that could be the upset of the weekend, coming off international break, they wasn't playing great before that, the pressure is building up. Think they could easily drop points against a well drilled Burnely side.

I'm backing a comfortable City win but an upset wouldn't surprise me either, though Burnley did lose 2-0 to Brentford last and are on a three game losing stream. With that being said, City also drew with Palace so maybe another draw is on the cards. City can't afford to drop any points right now though. Liverpool are only a point behind them with a game in hand. The City/Liverpool game next week should be a great one to watch.

[Welsh]

The City/Liverpool game next week should be a great one to watch.

Aye, great for a neutral. I for one will be shitting myself before the game, and likely all the way up until that final whistle goes. We've got so much riding on it, plus still being in all other competitions, we could put a historic season together, although I'm hoping thats not going to be our downfall. For me, the Premier League is the biggest prize considering our history with it. Plus, winning it again under Klopp would cement his success, rather than rival fans claiming it was a one off thing.

City for the last few outings have been extremely good against us. A few years ago I wasn't too nervous going into the match as we always seemed to cause them to make mistakes under our pressing.

[swogerino]

I’m totally out of the running for the prizes this year (plays violin). I’m glad that sportsbet.io sponsored the pool though, with the opportunity of a free bet for the yellow cap each match week. It still keeps me motivated, now I’m off to put my predictions in.

Still over 9 rounds to go i think you can try and maybe attack that 10th position,but for that you need to bet really different then others due and get a lot of correct results. At least try and be on top of each week to get the yellow cap. This pool is amazing because of the weekly prize and overall prize. Im still fighting hard for that 1st position but it will be extremely hard honestly.

I think you have all the chances of this world to win the top spot if you really manage to get really good results in a consistent way during these remaining weeks.A good thing is that usually in these last weeks a lot of games are in the same day thus giving you more or less optimism,after all you are just 8 points away and these points can even be passed with just two really good weeks.I also am about 22 points away from that 10th place but I have no hopes of reaching it.

[Trofo]

The City/Liverpool game next week should be a great one to watch.

Aye, great for a neutral. I for one will be shitting myself before the game, and likely all the way up until that final whistle goes. We've got so much riding on it, plus still being in all other competitions, we could put a historic season together, although I'm hoping thats not going to be our downfall. For me, the Premier League is the biggest prize considering our history with it. Plus, winning it again under Klopp would cement his success, rather than rival fans claiming it was a one off thing.

City for the last few outings have been extremely good against us. A few years ago I wasn't too nervous going into the match as we always seemed to cause them to make mistakes under our pressing.

That one is the game of the season for sure and will probably determine the champion if it does not end up as a draw. Just because stakes are so high I sort of think we will be disappointed with the game and it will end 0:0 or 1:1 at the best. I am glad it is played next week so that both clubs can shake of international fatigue and give their best.

This round looks like a lot of favorites but I am sure there will be some surprises. Buwaytress this is the time for you to shine

[Joca97]

I’m totally out of the running for the prizes this year (plays violin). I’m glad that sportsbet.io sponsored the pool though, with the opportunity of a free bet for the yellow cap each match week. It still keeps me motivated, now I’m off to put my predictions in.

Still over 9 rounds to go i think you can try and maybe attack that 10th position,but for that you need to bet really different then others due and get a lot of correct results. At least try and be on top of each week to get the yellow cap. This pool is amazing because of the weekly prize and overall prize. Im still fighting hard for that 1st position but it will be extremely hard honestly.

I think you have all the chances of this world to win the top spot if you really manage to get really good results in a consistent way during these remaining weeks.A good thing is that usually in these last weeks a lot of games are in the same day thus giving you more or less optimism,after all you are just 8 points away and these points can even be passed with just two really good weeks.I also am about 22 points away from that 10th place but I have no hopes of reaching it.

I agree that im in a solid position to attack the first place,its only 7.5 points difference. Now i think we need to change the tactics. Mostly everyone plays the same bets and we need to bet different honestly. Also hopefully much more harder matches will come so that it isnt easy to predict so that everyone can surprise in the pool

[arallmuus]

I agree that im in a solid position to attack the first place,its only 7.5 points difference.

7.5 points differences is like 2-3 rounds if you are getting decently good points ahead of the current #1 but he is a pretty tough one to crack.

Now i think we need to change the tactics. Mostly everyone plays the same bets and we need to bet different honestly. Also hopefully much more harder matches will come so that it isnt easy to predict so that everyone can surprise in the pool

I guess taking the safe route is also one of the option unless you are confident that your upset prediction is going to get you some points then go ahead but considering the points spread from #1 to #10 isnt that wide then its pretty risky with still 10 rounds to go.

Unless of course you decide to go for either taking down that #1 spot or nothing lol

[buwaytress]

Ha thanks for the confidence Trofo but it already does not look good for my picks. Thought was being smart to back the away teams Southampton and Villa but they both look like will end the half a goal down.

Hope to see a huge turnaround and get points too as anyway I did predict a goal each for the home teams.

Liverpool Betbuilder sadly did not hit. All I needed was one more yellow for Watford.

[Trofo]

WTF happened with Chelsea? I saw they scored a goal and went out. Then I came back and they lost the game 1:4. Never thought Brendford had it in them. I am glad Eriksen is back to playing football. He now scored in PL and he played a lot of minutes for Denmark during international break as well. The world needs some good/positive stories at the moment.

[swogerino]

WTF happened with Chelsea? I saw they scored a goal and went out. Then I came back and they lost the game 1:4. Never thought Brendford had it in them. I am glad Eriksen is back to playing football. He now scored in PL and he played a lot of minutes for Denmark during international break as well. The world needs some good/positive stories at the moment.

I guess they have their focus somewhere else which is the Champions League,they have a very difficult encounter with Real Madrid just a couple of days later so most probably they didn't give their 100% of their capacity today.They thought that if we score and keep the result good enough for us,if we cannot,nothing we will do as we will face Real Madrid later,I guess this was the reason of the Chelsea result today.