World Cup Golden Boot Betting

The 2010 World Cup is almost upon us and much of the talk will be about which player will take home the Golden Boot award. In 2010 we're likely to see more individual talent than ever before seen at a World Cup, with many extremely talented players on show.

Top of the list of talented players is Barcelona star Lionel Messi. Messi has been in mesmerising form for his club and goes into the World Cup hoping to rival the achievements of Argentine legend Diego Maradona. If Messi can score the goals to lead his nation to World Cup success this year it will go a long way to cementing his position as one of the greatest players ever.

Arguably the only man who currently comes rivals Messi for talent is Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo's goal scoring record has been incredible over the last few seasons and he will be hoping to continue that into South Africa. When Ronaldo is on top of his game he is virtually unplayable and Portuguese fans will be hoping his demonstrate some of the goal scoring form he has at club level onto the international stage.

Fernando Torres and David Villa form the most feared strike force in the tournament. Two of the most talented strikers on the planet will play ahead of possibly the most creative midfield which will create a recipe for goals. Spain are widely expected to go all the way this summer, and if they do, Torres and Villa will be right up the top of the scoring charts.

England goes into the tournament with star striker Wayne Rooney in his best ever form. If England are to win the tournament they will need to rely heavily on goals from Rooney. Rooney has carried Manchester United for much of the current season and England fans will be hoping he can do the same for his country.

Someone who can never be written out of a battle for the World Cup Golden Boot is Germany's Miroslav Klose. Klose is one of the most predatory strikers in the World. Outstanding in the air and composed in front of goal, Klose is the current Golden Boot holder and will be hoping to defend his crown in South Africa.

For the first time in many years Brazil go into the tournament without a world class striker as a focal point. Arguably the best striker they currently have is Sevilla's Luis Fabiano. Fabiano was their leading scorer in qualification and the Brazilians, who always score plenty of goals, will be hoping that he can continue that form into the tournament itself.

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Betting on International Soccer Matches

Every country has their own domestic leagues whether it is the English Premiership, the Spanish La Liga or the Italian Serie A. Most people who try their hand at soccer betting usually make the mistake of only concentrating on domestic league games. The cut and thrust of league matches can throw up unexpected results. This can damage your profits and leave weeks of hard work in tatters.

Betting on international soccer matches can be quite straightforward in terms of predicting the full time result. Of course, a certain amount of soccer knowledge is required for this to be possible. The reason these types of matches differ from conventional domestic games is that all the teams are well known to each other. This usually means the best team will prevail and have the better of the match.
 
International matches are played right through the year even when the domestic soccer season has finished. This satisfies both the soccer fans and betting enthusiasts appetite. It provides soccer betting opportunities during the close season when conventional matches are few and far between. This can be an invaluable source of income for the sport betting professional.
 
There are also a number of major international tournaments to capitalize on. The FIFA World Cup is held every two years as is the UEFA European Championships. Both these events also have comprehensive qualifying tournaments beforehand featuring even more games. You also have the regional events such as the African Nations Cup. This means there is always a huge number of games in the pipeline at any time of year.
 
Betting on international soccer matches is often overlooked in favour of the more glamorous league clashes. For the savvy punter this is a good thing and ensures the odds have sufficient value to produce an attractive profit. A year of international matches is sure to swell your betting bank provided you possess a good working knowledge of soccer.

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Betting on the Football World Cup - For Beginners

Analysts expect that almost $1 billion will be bet on the 2010 Football World Cup during the tournament as football fans look to turn their knowledge of the beautiful game into profits in the Football World Cup betting markets. Despite the fortune that will be bet on World Cup odds, there are many more football fans who would like to bet on the tournament but feel intimidated by the prospect of using an online bookmaker and placing bets on the internet. In reality, football betting is very easy, and this simple guide to World Cup betting will show you how to get started:

1. What You Need

The first thing you need to place bets online is a reputable bookmaker. Online betting guides like Gambling-Guru.com provide in-depth reviews of top bookmakers, ensuring that you only deal with the best in the business. Look out for bookmakers located in the United Kingdom and Ireland, as these are regulated and have decades of experience in sports betting.

2. Opening an Account

Once you've found a quality online bookmaker, you'll need to open an account. During the registration process you'll be asked to provide personal details. You are not required to deposit funds while registering your account, however; some bookmakers will require you to register your credit card.

3. Depositing Funds

If you like the look and feel of your online bookmaker, you'll want to go ahead and deposit funds into your account. The easiest way to do this is with a VISA credit card. While other credit cards also work, VISA cards are the easiest cards to use when withdrawing winnings from your account. Using a credit card will also ensure that you qualify for a free bet.

4. Free Bets

Free World Cup bets are offered to new account holders by virtually all online bookmakers. Once you have made your deposit you can earn your free bet by placing a bet. Keep in mind that the free bet you are awarded will match the value of your first bet. Once your first bet produces a result you will be awarded a free bet coupon to use on any market at any time.

5. Placing a Bet

Placing a World Cup bet is simple. Find football on the list of betting sports, select the World Cup from the sub-menu and then choose the market you would like to bet on. As a beginner it's easiest to bet on the outcome of a match in the match betting markets.

To place a bet tick the result you expect the match to produce. Your 'selection' will then appear on a betting slip on your screen and you will be prompted to enter the amount you would like to bet and asked to confirm your bet.

If you're confused about how World Cup odds work, ensure that your odds format setting is on 'decimal'. Decimal odds are the simplest format to understand - just multiply your stake by the decimal odds to determine the total payout on a winning bet.

6. Bet Results

Your World Cup bets will be settled within minutes of a match producing a result. If your bet wins the winnings will be added to your balance. You can withdraw your funds at any time. Keep in mind that you will only be rewarded with a free bet once you have placed your first bet and the even you bet on has produced a result.

For more information visit the World Cup Betting section at Gambling-Guru.com which features betting tips, odds comparisons, free bets, live scores and more for the 2010 Fifa World Cup in South Africa.