THE first silverware of the season is up for grabs in Scotland in what is a sponsors' dream with Rangers and Celtic contesting the Final of the Betfred Cup.
Will be lots said and written about the game and it's a really tough match to call. Yes, Celtic have dominated for the last 3 years but as old cliches go it's a one-off match at a neutral venue with both sides having a terrific season both domestically and in Europe.
Will give my take on the match along with my Total Goals special from the last round of games from Serie A in Brazil at 7pm.
Rangers vs Celtic (3pm)
If you're north of the border there is no escaping this game – its the biggest cup final since the last time these two met at the National Stadium.
Celtic are rightly favourites given they've won the last 9 trophies available over the last three seasons but Rangers are going toe to toe with them in the league and with this being a one-off match,anything could happen.
This is absolutely no use to anyone but no outcome in this match would surprise me – I'm staying well clear of picking a winner but do feel though the bet builder is the best avenue to take.
Both sides have been impressive going forward and with that so matchwinners in each side it's hard to imagine this match not delivering at least 2 goals.
Willie Collum is the man in the middle and he'll be desperate to keep his cards in his pocket as long as he can but I doubt he'll still show at least 4 player a card in my view and their are plenty of candidates.
Sadly the bookies are well aware of this and some of the prices I've seen for players to be booked are quite frankly embarrassing.
It should be a terrific encounter and it's a no-thrills bet builder for me that won't be far away
Recommended Bets
- Over 1.5 goals
- Over 3.5 cards
- Over 8.5 corners
- 11/10 (bet365 Bet Builder)
- Scott Brown & Ryan Jack both to be booked
- 7/1 (bet365)
Brazilian Serie A League Finale Total Goals – 9 matches (7pm)
As I mentioned on this week's Gambla Betting Podcast it's the season finale over in Brazilian Serie A with all 20 clubs in action. There are still Copa positons to play for and with this being the last round of matches I've been bang on the money when it comes to backing total goals, especially for league finales.
Sky Bet are offering total goals markets on 9 of the games and clearly aren't expecting goals with markets set as low as 22+ at 8/11 which IMO is really generous for 9 matches.
I'm happy to take that on with 8 clubs still playing for Copa places or to stay in the league.
Recommended Bets
- 22+ goals to be scored
- 4/5 (Skybet) (NAP)
- 24+ goals to be scored
- 11/8 (Skybet)
- All 9 matches over 1.5 goals
- 16/1 (Skybet)
I'm a St Johnstone diehard and football tipster from Perth, now living in Glasgow. I've been writing football previews and tips for Mr Fixit since 2015, with in-depth knowledge of Scottish football and betting markets, particularly goals and corners markets. You’ll often find me conversing on Twitter @GregBrowning84.
No Nap for today Greg?
Updated mate 👍🏼
The weather could have a bearing on the final today, absolutely blowing a gale through here and the rain has been a constant for a cupla days. Underfoot conditions will be extremely testing and players sliding into challenges will struggle to control the follow through….red cards and penalties very possible
Yeah I’m surprised it’s not in doubt Mr H – should definitely be tasty
greg can u tell which game is excluded from the offer?
Stuck 50p on anything above 100/1 on the Brazil specials you never know
Andya36 that’s a great shout! Over 2.5 goals in all 9 games 800/1! You never know. Thanks to Greg for highlighting this today too.
Over 1.5 goals in all 10 matches is 24-1 with hills if you use your acca boost
Which of the ten is omitted?
Hope it’s one of the 0-0 games not included in the goals total bet as looking good so far. Anyone know?
There is no way of seeing the games included on skybet now as far as i can see. I would like to know which one is excluded also
Just have to wait and see then
Unfortunately the gremio game is not included
I did all the 9 games on bet365 over 0.5 fhg and the one that wasn’t listed at the time was the Fortaleza game so who knows 😩
Disappointing that the highest scoring game of the evening isn’t included, still a 11 goals a half time, in with a shout
99th minute……Boom.
One of the games was abandoned on 85 minutes. I’m pretty sure they won’t pay out. I backed this as well 😩
Thought it was going to be one of those days
Old firm bet builder done thanks to Morelos and 9 out of 10 over 1.5 goals in Brazil at 24/1
So was nice to see a late late goal to land the NAP 👍🏼 🇧🇷⚽️
Just read the rules on skybet. They won’t pay out as the match was abandoned, meaning all bets are void
Which match was abandoned? There’s no mention on FlashScores.
https://www.eurosport.com/football/fans-riot-as-cruzeiro-are-relegated-from-brazil-s-serie-a_sto7569693/story.shtml
Abandoned on 85 mins
They’ve just paid my bet out
Just paid mine out too. If you read there terms though it does say it voids the bet! Anyway god they’ve paid out! Good work Greg!
Funny because my FlashScores as just pinged with match abandoned. Would of been harsh to the void the bets considering the goals had already gone in.
A nice victory for punters
Anyone who backed 22+ was paid out
Anyone who had any other special on had their bet voided and refunded ( which is great as the bet lost) 👍🏼⚽️