Monthly Archives: January 2023

The history and evolution of football betting in Italy

Italian has a long popular history of gambling. And football betting there has developed through the years. Roman authorities always supported wagering on various games and events. But it underwent several transformations and took many forms. Sports gambling in Italy has also undergone a significant transformation. Before contemporary times, gambling was a luxury that only the wealthy could afford. Read on to learn how the online Italian gaming market has evolved from its original form to one that is now…
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Five best European fixtures to watch In February

European football action is well and truly underway following the World Cup and we are just few weeks away before the knock-out stages of the Champions League, Europa League as well as the Europa Conference League. Here are five best European fixtures to watch in February: Barcelona vs Manchester United – Europa League last 32 There has been plenty of attention over the Europa League tie ever since the draw was made. Barcelona have been exceptional in La Liga this…
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Gerard Pique: Barcelona legend with an intense life off-the-pitch

Gerard Pique’s decision to retire from professional football in November 2022 marked the end of an era for the Barcelona and Spain legend. The defender was part of a hugely successful period for Barca, helping them win eight La Liga titles, seven Copa del Rey and three Champions League. He was also part of Spain’s ‘golden generation’ that famously won the 2010 World Cup and the European Championship two years later. One of his passions off the football field is…
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Worst rated match fixing scandals in football

Football is known as the beautiful game all across the globe… and it garners passion in those millions of people that follow it religiously. However, because of the prevalence and growth of sports betting, things can turn quite ugly. There are some occasions when people have bet on the underdog… for very generous football odds. Occasionally, their luck might be in and they come out quids in. However, sometimes it’s not luck at all. Match fixing is something that happens…
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These footballers forged new sporting careers after retiring from the game

Earning a living as a pro footballer used to be every boy’s dream and today, it is the dream of many girls, too. But here’s the thing. Getting talent spotted by Gillingham or Grimsby Town and offered a contract is amazing, and it will earn you a tidy salary – the average League 2 player in the UK earns about £2,500 per week. That’s more than three times the national average wage, but it’s pocket change compared to Premier League…
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The Best FIFA Football Awards: Who are the likely winners in the men’s awards?

The sixth edition of The Best FIFA Football Awards is set to take place on the 27th of February in Zurich Switzerland. Many awards will be on offer ranging from The Best FIFA Men's Player to the FIFPro 11, which is an all-star team of the strongest performers over the year 2022. FIFA's awards differ from the Ballon d'Or as they offer fans the ability to vote for who they believe should win the awards. Voting is now already open,…
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Five mind-blowing facts about football history

Image source As a spectator, you may expect your head to be turned both ways by the unpredictable and surprising occurrences that occur during a football game. There are many secrets inside the game that has yet to be uncovered, and there are some unbelievable occurrences and information that you will learn. Several bizarre statistics are out of the ordinary, yet they are what determine a game and make sports exciting to watch. Because the popularity of football increases all…
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The most successful football teams in France

Source France’s Ligue 1 attracts some of the best footballers to one competition and make it one of the most popular divisions in the world. Sports betting enthusiasts are always eager to see the outcome. They will keep track of the available updates about the French League and you can use TheTrader website knowledge to implement best betting strategies. We all know that Paris St Germain (PSG) is now the most prominent team, but they don't exclusively hold the record…
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