EURO 2008 - Qualifiers, Europe 17 November

[Radek]

Hallo all,

here I would like to start Saturday's qualification. Any comments welcomed.

For start game list and odds -


Finland v Azerbaijan 1.15 6.50 15.00
Wales v Ireland 2.60 3.10 2.60
Bulgaria v Romania 2.25 3.25 2.90
Latvia v Liechtenstein 1.25 5.00 10.00
Andorra v Estonia 7.00 3.80 1.45
Moldova v Hungary 2.80 3.20 2.35
Scotland v Italy 3.70 3.15 2.00
Israel v Russia 7.00 3.90 1.45
Lithuania v Ukraine 3.70 3.25 1.95
Norway v Turkey 2.10 3.20 3.30
Albania v Belarus 1.92 3.25 3.75
FYR Macedonia v Croatia 5.75 3.30 1.62
Germany v Cyprus 1.10 7.50 19.00
Czech Republic v Slovakia 1.45 3.80 7.00
Greece v Malta 1.08 8.50 21.00
Netherlands v Luxembourg 1.01 12.00 51.00
Poland v Belgium 1.47 3.75 7.00
Northern Ireland v Denmark 3.60 3.30 1.95
Serbia v Kazakhstan 1.10 7.50 19.00
Portugal v Armenia 1.05 9.00 29.00
Spain v Sweden 1.62 3.30 5.75

[catalinho07]

Czech Republic should win against Slovakia especially after the great performance with Germany. Maybe -1 handicap too.

Romania @ 2.9 is worth some money on it, even if Adi Mutu our best striker will miss.

Also Russia looks nice, if they win the English will stay and watch EURO 2008 on TV.

The other games with 1.05-1.15 odds aren't worth so I will pass them. Maybe Azaerbaidjan not to score, I will think about it.

But my strongest bets will be : Czech -1 + Romania.

[catalinho07]

Also Germany -2.5 looks tempting. They want to please their fans after the defeat with Czech and Cyprus is the perfect opponent, even if the germans are already qualified.

[Pavlo Poliak]

I will also back Czech Rep. and Germany. I was also thinking Poland to beat Belgium. Belgium have yet to impress in any real fashion and I believe Poland will be too much for them on home soil. Any thoughts or knowledge would be most appreciated!

[ENGLISH]

Thier is value with Croatia and Poland as they both need more points to garentee qualification.
Bulgaria will be hoping Romania will be a little relaxed as they have already gone through.
Its not all over for Israel, We all know about surprizes in football, And Israel will be all over Sky TV and will be trying to impress.

[ENGLISH]

All italy understand pressure and how much the atmosphere given from the crowd can affect individual play, Don't forget it has been over 40 years since Italy won in Scotland and they will perhaps play a little wary in the knowledge that France were not strong enough. With a capacity crowd, A national Scots team on high, And players not quite hitting form, I think Italy will be lucky to get the draw.

[Pavlo Poliak]

Agreed! I genuinely believe the circumstances are all in favour of Scotland. Their amazing current spirit combined with their new found form of excellent attacking play will be enough for them to at least draw imo.

[LevskiSofia]

i think that Italy will win that game it will be a hard game but they will win it as Pavlo said Scotland has an excellent attacking play they didn't show it against Georgia at all as a matter of fact i was a little surprised when they beat Ukraine even though i bet on Scotland to win but my prediction is Italy wins a close game maybe 0:1 or 1:2 Italy

Good Luck

[Nan]

I think Poland & Italy are the best worth to try among all the ties on Saturday EURO Qua.

[ENGLISH]

Poland to win.
Bulgaria to win.
Croatia to win.
Scotland to win or draw.
Israel to win or draw.

10 Doubles. 10 Trebles. 5 x 4. 1 x 5. = Super Yankee.

Go on hit em. Add England to beat Austria. for a Heinze 57 if you like. 15 Doubles, 20 Trebles, 15 x 4, 6 x 5, 1 x 6.

Add Brazil to beat Peru for a Super Heinze. ( Look it up )

[fakenomore17]

Serbia - Kazakhstan: Kazakhstan to score
they did it 4 times in a row this will be 5-th oddds 2+

Spain - Sweden: both teams to score
Spanish team when I saw their last game consisted mostly of Valencia's players ... now Valencia is playing not good.

Czech Rep - Slovakia: Slovakia not to score

Germany - Cyprus: Germany -3,5 AH
after bad performance at cyprus (2:2) Germans will beat them 5:0 with 3:0 after first half

Lithuania - Ukraine: Ukraine to win
After loosing all hopes of qualifiying to the next round, Ukraine won't call their super-stars like Shevchenko, Voronin (I just think so don't know exactly)... So some players from Dnipro & Metallist will play, as I know both teams play well in defence + Milevsky in front and Husev + Vorobei will do 3 points for Ukraine national

Israel - Russia: Team 2 over 1,5
Russia is unpredictable they've once did not qualify for one Major Event... beating World Champions FRANCE 3:2 at Stad de France (Panov was the MoM) and then playing draw with Ukraine in decisive match... I think most of CIS football fans remember "Filimonovs" mistake... now it's time to Qualify + Israel is not strong as Ukraine was and Russian team s much stronger now!

Scotalnd - Italy: Scotland over 1,5
Scotland is in must not lose situation! :). But it'll be a big mistake to play for a draw with Italian squad... They'll try to score early goal and they will! but 1 goal with Italy is not enough so I believe that Scotland is gonna qualify

Wales - Ireland: Ireland to win
they simply have better players ... that's all

[Nan]

Let look at Israel Vs Russia, has Russia ever beaten Israel at home? No, then why they can do this time? I don't think so. The most likely result is 1-1. or 1X.
Who can tell about England Vs. Autria today? Do the English want to win? and Franch? If Possible please advise me 4 best picks fortoday! so that I will have bigger capical for tomorrow. English? hunt? and other punters..............

[Nan]

Any good valuable picks in the U21 EURO to day??????

[ENGLISH]

Hi Nan.
Question's were ask as to why this game. The answere is simple.
McClaren see's this as an opportunity to bring an England team together that will beat Croatia. He goes into this game with the belief that Israel and or Macedonia will pull something out of the hat. To give a poor show tonight, Will for sure bring about a new England coach. The form book is in favour of Israel and the odds given do not reflect the task ahead for Russia. I have given Croatia to win, But i would not be surprised to see Macedonia pinch it in the last few seconds. England and Swansea should help you out for tomorrow.

[special_k]

Don't waste your money guys to bet on Israel. There is rumour in Russian I-net that the game is agreed. So bet on Russia. The odds fall since Moday, in Russia it's only 1.2. Just an advice.Better try Serbia with (-2AH)

[TheElias]

I agree that noone should bet on Israel today.

I think that the greatest surprise will come from Turkey against Norway today. The Turks are really upset to win this game.

@3.40 is wotrh to try

[JIGGY]

I agree that noone should bet on Israel today.

I think that the greatest surprise will come from Turkey against Norway today. The Turks are really upset to win this game.

@3.40 is wotrh to try

Israel won :( but Turks won too ... but what a dissapiontment for Russian players :( they've deserved to go through ... They must replace one of the hosts by Russian tea :) I mean Austria :D

[ENGLISH]

I can't gloat over Israel and Macedonia and England, But i would have, Had Swansea won, Joking aside, England v Croatia. Wembley will hold around 90,000 English supporters on Weds and i think Croatia will play some fringe players, I could be wrong. But i don't care, England are well prepared for this game. Bent looks like taking Owens place, But i would have liked to see a lower league replacment, Thier is a lot of English talent just begging to be given the chance, In fact i think if the FA and the English camp took thier fingers out of thier Ar-- h---s they would find replacement 10 fold for any position. Anyway thats my opinion. England a convincing home win.

[JIGGY]

I can't gloat over Israel and Macedonia and England, But i would have, Had Swansea won, Joking aside, England v Croatia. Wembley will hold around 90,000 English supporters on Weds and i think Croatia will play some fringe players, I could be wrong. But i don't care, England are well prepared for this game. Bent looks like taking Owens place, But i would have liked to see a lower league replacment, Thier is a lot of English talent just begging to be given the chance, In fact i think if the FA and the English camp took thier fingers out of thier Ar-- h---s they would find replacement 10 fold for any position. Anyway thats my opinion. England a convincing home win.

I don't see anyone as quality replace for OWEN for at least another 2-3 years... his got some attributes other don't... but he's always get injured when he's about to find his best.
Is he out again??? :confused:

[ENGLISH]

Afraid so perhaps another 4 weeks.
Israel can Technically go through With England and Russia Though unlikely, losing. With Israels home form standing up against Russia take 1.44 against Macedonia.

[ENGLISH]

England team news this afternoon.
Take a good look at, Northern Ireland to take something from Spain, And Finland from Portugal.

[catalinho07]

what makes you think that NI will take something from Spain? Especially after the spainiards trashed Sweden.

[ENGLISH]

Spain are already through and will not relish a kicking match with a hungry Irish side, Who can still Qualify. I don't often bet draws but x2 is for me.

[Pavlo Poliak]

Good point well made, but Spaniards are proud and won't give in. I think NI will be hungry but can see them being frustrated. Not worth the bet if you ask me.

I think Russia to win by more than 3 goals against Andorra is safer, with fair odds. I sense a good hiding for the poor-old Andorrians.

Best of luck as always people! :D

[ENGLISH]

Israel played for England and themselves last time out. Now they play for themselves. If they get through, the country will benefit from over 300.000,000 Euro's in royalties, Take them Now.
No team news for England, They are keeping Mum. The pitch will cut up tonight, So i expect some young fit players to beat the energy sucking Turf. Croatia lost on the same pitch conditions in Macedonia, Fitness is a major factor. If England are not winning 3-0 by the last 10-15 minutes, Expect to see Beckam come on and score the first goal. I Hope Lampard will get on the score sheet.
Spain. I can only give so many facts, Otherwise i would have less time to study, You should apprieciate Spain will play the paddies with a reserve team. I rehoritorate x2.

[ENGLISH]

Israel 1-0. Nothing more to be said.

[ENGLISH]

The FA sit at 09.30 Cet McClaren is a gonna for sure. I only hope the Donkey's in the FA don't go for O'Niel otherwise it will be the same ol same ol, He won't last beyond France in march. If my finger was on the pulse, I would look at 3 options. 1 Get on the river bank and talk to Jack Charlton. 2 The Portugese moron, I don't like him but i could learn to love him. 3 Have a poll between League Managers and let them decide.