France are the overwhelming favourites to triumph in Russia, while England's hopes of winning a first title in 52 years appear slim, according to Opta's World Cup predictor. Didier Deschamps' side rarely looked in danger against Uruguay in the last eight, ultimately brushing aside their South American opponents thanks to
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Two of the best left wingers in the world do battle in Kazan tonight, and the relative success they have is likely to have a huge say on the outcome of the World Cup's standout quarter-final. Brazil versus Belgium brings us Neymar against Eden Hazard, opposing inside-forwards who start on
Read MorePunters in Wobulenzi, Luweero and Lira ‘tasted’ Fortebet’s World Cup (W/C) special offer to its clients. This give-back offer was in form of gifts that were given out in all the four Fortebet branches which include Lira Main, Lira Dillane House, Lira and Lira Teso Centre. [caption id="attachment_14512" align="aligncenter" width="533"]
Read More2018 has seen a higher proportion of goals scored from set-pieces than any other World Cup finals in history, and Colombia and England have been two of the competition's most effective sides at dead-ball situations. Six of England's group stage goals came from corners, free-kicks, penalties or throw-ins, making them
Read MoreLionel Messi: Great club footballer, maybe even the greatest ever. But a great underachiever on soccer's biggest stage. That was the inescapable verdict delivered at the World Cup by the quick feet of a teenager as exciting and full of potential as Messi was himself at the same age. Enter
Read MoreJose Mourinho has sent a text message of support to David De Gea as the Manchester United faces being axed from Spain's starting XI. The Spanish shot-stopper has come under criticism this World Cup after looking less than convincing in between the sticks. United's four-time Player of the Year made
Read MoreDiego Maradona has overshadowed Argentina's progress to the last 16 with his antics in Saint Petersburg in the win over Nigeria. The icon appeared to be intoxicated and admitted to bingeing on white wine, while for a second time the former World Cup winner made an offensive gesture. Beforehand it
Read MoreSix points apiece, eight goals each and two conceded. The only thing separating first from second in Group G is England's two yellow cards to Belgium's three. A draw in Kaliningrad tonight would mean England finish top thanks to an ever-so-slightly superior disciplinary record. After the 6-1 rout of Panama,
Read MoreAfter their opening-match defeat to Mexico, Germany are on the verge of making unwanted history. Saturday's 2-1 win over Sweden means they will likely avoid failing to qualify from the World Cup group stages for the first time ever - assuming they beat South Korea this afternoon - but they
Read MoreFortebet, Uganda’s biggest betting company has hit a record 250 branches across the country and still counting. This 250 mark was registered over the weekend with the opening of Bweyale Main Centre, which is now the second one in this town. This mega centre has been designed with 54 new
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