News Archive: Bookie News, November 2007

Showing all news items for November 2007

Bruce set for release to Wigan

19th November, 2007

Birmingham City will today release a statement about the future of Steve Bruce, who is expected to join up with Wigan this week.

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McLaren and Alonso part ways

2nd November, 2007

After a year of tension and constant speculation, Fernando Alonso has agreed to leave the McLaren Formula One team.

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Arsenal v Man Utd; Preview and Betting

2nd November, 2007

The top-of-the-table clash sees two teams on great form meet at The Emirates, in what promises to be an almighty game. We look ahead to the game and a selection of the numerous betting opportunities available.

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Hutchings gets the chop

5th November, 2007

Chris Hutchings has been sacked as manager of Wigan Athletic.

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Murray Closes in on China

1st November, 2007

Andy Murray's goal of reaching the Masters Cup in Shanghai in still on course as he comprehensively beat Fabrice Santoro at the Paris Masters today.

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England Catch a Lifeline

19th November, 2007

Israel's dramatic and unlikely 2-1 victory over Russia has put England’s Euro 2008 qualification hopes back in their own hands.

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Holloway leaves Plymouth

21st November, 2007

Ian Holloway has resigned as manager of Plymouth, ahead of an expected move to Leicester City.

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Ramos won’t raid Sevilla

1st November, 2007

Tottenham Hotspur manager Juande Ramos has denied that he plans to make any move for Fredi Kanoute and Daniel Alves of his old club Sevilla.

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Davydenko Reprimanded over Serve

2nd November, 2007

Nikolay Davydenko, already in the centre of a tennis corruption probe, has been reprimanded over his serve, for the second consecutive tournament.

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Calzaghe calls for fight with Hopkins

5th November, 2007

Joe Calzaghe has called for a fight with Bernard Hopkins after beating Mikkel Kessler on points in their super-middleweight bout.

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NFL: Pats go 9-0

5th November, 2007

The New England Patriots remain the only unbeaten team left in the NFL after a huge victory over the Indianapolis Colts, taking another huge stride towards the Superbowl XLII.

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Lifetime ban for match fixing, says ATP chief

6th November, 2007

In the midst of an investigation including Nikolay Davydenko’s match in Poland, the ATP chief is set to crack down on the scandal surrounding the sport.

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Champions League Betting and Specials

6th November, 2007

We take a look at Champions League betting, and the Champions League specials available this week, from Betfred more.

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Bookie Alerts Users prefer Ladbrokes – or do they?

6th November, 2007

Last month's poll suggested that Ladbrokes was the most popular bookmaker from the selection posed, we delve further...

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Bookie Connection probe delayed by West Indies board

7th November, 2007

The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) has delayed a probe into Marlon Samuels' alleged connection with a bookie.

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LA Galaxy name new boss

9th November, 2007

LA Galaxy have named former Chelsea manager Ruud Gullit as their new boss.

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Bookie Manager Steals £10,000

7th November, 2007

The manager of a William Hill betting shop stole over £10,000 to fund her gambling addiction, the Newcastle Crown Court has heard.

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Man United set sites for the top

8th November, 2007

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has set his sites for the the Champions League, now 6/1 at bet365.

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Springboks back for UK tour

8th November, 2007

The Rugby World Cup Champions are coming back to the UK with a 26 man squad.

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Jockeys race now level

8th November, 2007

Following a win at Kempton, the jockeys' title race is now level for Seb Sanders and Jamie Spencer.

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O’Sullivan hits a 147 in NI Trophy

9th November, 2007

Ronnie O'Sullivan hit a maximum 147 break on the way to a 5-2 victory over Ali Carter in the Northern Ireland Trophy.

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Federer Cruises to Masters Title

19th November, 2007

Roger Federer has claimed the Masters Cup for a fourth time with a straight sets victory in Shanghai over David Ferrer.

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Beckham gets England Recall

9th November, 2007

David Beckham has been recalled to England's squad for the friendly against Austria and the final Euro 2008 qualifier against Croatia.

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Sports Personality Odds and Update

12th November, 2007

After his win over Mikkel Kessler, boxer Joe Calzaghe has shaken up the odds at the bookies for BBC Sports Personality of the year.

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First Tennis Player Sanctioned for Betting on Tennis

12th November, 2007

Alessio Di Mauro has become the first tennis player to be sanctioned by the ATP for betting on games, amid the match-fixing scandal in the sport.

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Reading v Arsenal Odds and Preview

12th November, 2007

The high-flying gunners travel to Reading this evening in the Premiership. Match preview, odds and specials.

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Davydenko Wins Appeal

13th November, 2007

Nikolay Davydenko has won his appeal against a fine for “lack of effort” following an ATP investigation.

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Tote sale stalls again

13th November, 2007

Government ministers have been advised not to go ahead with selling the Tote for a knock-down price.

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England: Out

22nd November, 2007

After another disappointing display, England lost to Croatia which means they will not appear in the Euro 2008 finals.

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Israel Incentive to beat Russia

14th November, 2007

Bookmaker Fred Done has offered the Isreali football team an added incentive to beat Russia in the Euro 2008 qualifier.

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Federer back in business

14th November, 2007

Tennis world number one Roger Federer avoided a third consecutive defeat in a straight sets victory over Nikolay Davydenko.

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Murray to employ ‘team’ of experts

15th November, 2007

After splitting with his coach on Wednesday, Andy Murray is set to employ a team of experts to guide him through the next stage of his career.

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Cheltenham Open Paddy Power Gold Cup Betting and Weekend Preview

15th November, 2007

We preview The Cheltenham Open Meeting and the Paddy Power Gold Cup, along with betting opportunities and specials for the weekend.

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Ladbrokes Hurt by Cancelled Races

15th November, 2007

After reporting a 5 percent fall in gross winnings, Ladbrokes Plc has seen its share price slip by more than 11 percent today.

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Austria v England Betting and Preview

16th November, 2007

Tonight sees England travel to Austria for a friendly ahead of their Euro 2008 qualifier, we preview the match and look at some of the bets on offer.

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Ladbrokes Exec Turns down William Hill

16th November, 2007

A Ladbrokes executive approached by William Hill has turned down the offer of the William Hill chief executive post.

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Scotland Approach D-Day

16th November, 2007

Scotland take on Italy on Saturday in Glasgow, seeking the perfect ending to their amazing Euro 2008 qualifying campaign, in their ‘most important game this millenium’.

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European Tour will stage $10m event

20th November, 2007

A new deal has been signed for the European Tour to stage the richest gold tournament in the world, when Dubai hosts a £4.88m season-ending tournament.

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Jol Rejects Blues

20th November, 2007

Martin Jol has turned down an offer to replace Steve Bruce as manage Birmingham City manager.

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Premier League Weekend Preview

23rd November, 2007

A quick look ahead to the weekend's Premier League action.

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Russian offers Mercs for Croatia to beat England

20th November, 2007

A Russian billionaire has offered members of the Croatia squad an incentive to beat England and send Russia through to the Euro 2008 finals.

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England set to drop Beckham and Robinson

21st November, 2007

England boss Steve McLaren looks set to drop Robinson and Beckham for today’s crucial Euro 2008 qualifier.

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Silverstone 'worst F1 track'

21st November, 2007

Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone has launched a scathing attack on the sport’s worst circuit, calling for the government to intervene.

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Wednesday Champions League Round-Up

29th November, 2007

Liverpool and Celtic secured the wins they needed, in a good night for the British teams.

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McLaren gets the boot

22nd November, 2007

Steve McLaren and his assistant Terry Venables have been sacked as a result of failing to qualify for Euro 2008.

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England Failure brings £2billion economy hit

22nd November, 2007

Economists have warned how England's failure to reach Euro 2008 could cost the economy £2billion.

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England Down in 2010 Seedings

23rd November, 2007

England have been confirmed as not in the top seeds in the 2010 World Cup Draw after a disappointing Euro 2008 qualifying campaign.

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Premier League Round Up

26th November, 2007

A brief look at the weekend's Premier League action, including Bolton’s shock win over Manchester United.

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Mayweather – ‘I’m better than Ali’

23rd November, 2007

Ahead of his superfight with Ricky Hatton, Floyd Mayweather has stepped up his war of words, saying his is even better than legends Sugar Ray and Ali.

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Davies Departs Derby

26th November, 2007

Derby County manager Billy Davies has left the club after talks with the chairman.

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Fifa 2010 World Cup Draw

26th November, 2007

The 2010 World Cup draw was made on Sunday, with England handed Euro 2008 nemeses Croatia in their group.

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Tuesday’s Champions League Round-Up

28th November, 2007

Ronaldo returned to haunt Sporting, whilst Rangers and Arsenal suffered defeats in the Champions League.

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Champions League Preview and Odds

27th November, 2007

A look at Tuesday’s Champions League fixtures, including Manchester United and Arsenal’s games.

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NFL Star Taylor Dies after Shooting

27th November, 2007

Sean Taylor of the Washington Redskins has died after being shot in his own home.

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McLeish set for Birmingham

27th November, 2007

Scotland manager Alex McLeish looks set to take charge at Birmingham City after the club has apparently met a buy-out clause.

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Manager Merry-Go-Round

28th November, 2007

Its musical chairs in the manager market at the moment, we take a quick look at the movers and shakers.

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Wednesday Champions League Preview

28th November, 2007

Preview and betting on this evenings Champions League fixtures, including Liverpool, Chelsea and Celtic.

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Hatton Fired-Up for Mayweather Fight

29th November, 2007

As the Mayweather v Hatton fight nears, both boxers are confident of extending their winning streaks.

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Champions League Revamp

30th November, 2007

UEFA is set to revamp the Champions League on Friday, changing the way which British teams will qualify for the tournament.

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Ladbrokes Moves into Italian Market

29th November, 2007

Ladbrokes has revealed that it is starting its move into the Italian market.

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UEFA Cup Round-Up

30th November, 2007

Spurs managed a win and Bolton scraped a draw in Thursday’s UEFA Cup games.

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Ronaldo Makes World Player Shortlist

30th November, 2007

Manchester United's Christiano Ronaldo has made the three-man shortlist for FIFA’s world player of the year award.

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