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England, Germany should produce another classicSoccer Betting Lines06/26/2010 - Bloemfontein, South Africa (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - England and Germany have played just four games in the FIFA World Cup, but three of those - including the 1966 final - were not decided until extra time or penalty kicks. So, when England and Germany meet in the round of 16 on Sunday in Bloemfontein at Free State Stadium, the European powers should produce another classic. "Any meeting with England is huge, and we're really looking forward to it," Germany captain Philipp Lahm said. Germany defeated Ghana in its final match in Group D to advance as the winner, while England set up the showdown by finishing second in Group C to the United States on goal differential. Since the countries first met in the World Cup 44 years ago, when England used two extra-time goals for a 4-2 win in the final, they've also battled in 1970, 1982 and 1990. Germany beat England 3-2 in extra time in the 1970 quarterfinals, as it overcame a two-goal deficit. After a 0-0 tie in the second group stage in 1982, Germany got the best of England again in the 1990 semifinals on penalty kicks. The Germans went on to claim the title in 1990, the most recent of their three crowns. England hasn't won since 1966. Now, one of the two faces an early exit in South Africa. "We're not bothered about who we face next. We're not afraid of anyone," said German midfielder Mesut Ozil, who scored against Ghana, "because we know what we're capable of. "We have to win every game from now on, and I'm convinced we can." Germany may be very confident ahead of the anticipated round of 16 match, but so is England. "This was the team that I know," Capello said after England beat Slovenia 1-0. "I'm also happy that I found the team that I knew from the qualifiers. This team can go forward now." Germany opened the group stage with a convincing 4-0 win over Australia, as it got goals from Lukas Podolski, Miroslav Klose, Thomas Muller and Cacau. Serbia stunned Germany in its second match, when Klose was sent off late in the first half, with a 1-0 win. But Germany responded in a must-win game against Ghana and claimed the group. England secured its spot earlier that day as it followed draws against the U.S. and Algeria with the win over Slovenia. Klose and England's Jamie Carragher return from one-game suspensions, but the Germans face injury concerns, with Bastian Schweinsteiger the big unknown. Schweinsteiger left the Ghana match in the 81st minute with a thigh injury and would leave a huge void in midfield against England if he is unable to play. German coach Joachim Loew said Schweinsteiger will be a "last-minute decision" and "could definitely imagine Toni Kroos taking his place" if necessary. "Bastian is the heart of the team, the midfield motor, who both defends and attacks well. It wouldn't exactly be to our advantage if he can't play," Loew said. Both Lahm and England captain Steve Gerrard admitted before the game the teams are preparing for penalties, but history has shown that's not the scenario the Three Lions want to face against the Die Mannschaft. Germany also beat England on penalties in the semifinals of Euro 1996. "We need to find consistency now in the knockout stages," Gerrard said. "If we turn up and we play close to our potential we are a match for anyone."
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New York, NY – October 3, 2007 – The dress rehearsal is over! The NHL preseason has ended and now that fans have had a glimpse of what is to come it is time to hit the book! Stanley Cup odds are live at MySportsbook.com, the world’s largest online sportsbook and casino. The Ottawa Senators and Detroit Red Wings remain on top of the odds charts after an impressive start in the preseason. Betting lines opened for both teams at 6-1 in June. Since then the Sens have fallen to 7-1 and the Red Wings are now caught in a pack including the defending champion Carolina Hurricanes, the San Jose Sharks and the Anaheim Ducks, all at 10-1. MySportsbook.com has also posted props on each team’s point total for the regular season. The Senators lead the charge at 108.5 followed by the Ducks at 106.5. Detroit will attempt a repeat for the prize as the Red Wings are deadlocked with the Predators at 104.5 a piece. The temporary loss of highly touted rookie Evgeni Malkin puts a lot of pressure on the stick of assistant captain Sidney Crosby - his lowly Pittsburgh Penguins are listed at 71.5. Even if bettors are not brave enough to put their money on the underdog, an early bet on the favorites at sportsbook.com tends to produce bigger payouts than a mid-season wager. Placing a $1,000 bet last summer on the Detroit Red Wings or Ottawa Senators would have paid out to $8,000 and $10,000 respectively, opposed to a $2,500 or $3,000 payout at the beginning of the playoffs. Stanley Cup Odds
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To visit this online sportsbook got to MySportsbook.com for all your hockey sportsbook needs. Huskers' Lucky hospitalized for undisclosed reason LINCOLN, Neb. -- Nebraska running back Marlon Lucky was hospitalized Monday for undisclosed reasons after Lincoln police responded to a call at his residence. The Nebraska athletic department said in a release Monday that Lucky was admitted Sunday night. MySportsbook.com has the Cornhuskers listed at +2500 to win the BCS National Championship odds. A nursing supervisor at the hospital said all questions about Lucky were being referred to the athletic department. The athletic department said there would be no further comment from the department or Lucky's family. A Lincoln Police spokesman said officers responded to a call at Lucky's residence 11:30 p.m. Sunday. The spokesman said he didn't know Lucky's condition at the time he was taken to the hospital. Lucky, from North Hollywood, Calif., started six games last season as a sophomore and was the team's second-leading rusher, with 728 yards and six touchdowns. He also caught 32 passes for 383 yards. He averaged 19.1 yards on eight kickoff returns. To visit this online sportsbook got to MySportsbook.com - this sportsbook accepts credit cards. |
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