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Written by Henry Watkins on June 28, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later Historically speaking, the Confederations Cup has served as a great way for some nations to test the depths of their squad the year before the kick-off of the World Cup. In the 2017 version of the tournament, it has been Germany who have adopted this tactic, bringing with them to Russia a … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 27, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later With most major football tournaments, there is a level of pressure that can result in tight games that are not particularly fun to watch. The Confederations Cup, which takes place the year before the World Cup, is listed as a major tournament, but it is also one that is a little more … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 23, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later Realists would suggest that Group B at the Confederations Cup is a foregone conclusion, while the dreamers will have you believe that we may yet see a Sunday miracle take place in Russia on Sunday. Germany and Chile top the group with 4 points each, while Australia and Cameroon sit behind them … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 23, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later The 2017 Confederations Cup has gone to the form book through the first two rounds of the group stage games, which mean that the final games in both Group A and Group B are a going to potentially be a little anti-climactic. Before this tournament began, the general consensus was that Group … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 22, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later The final round of the group stage games in the Confederation Cup will be held this weekend, and as is the case in all major competitions now, the final games in each group will have the same start time. For those of you new to the game of football, it may be … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 22, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later The Confederation Cup is a tournament where the host team traditionally performs very well, but it’s fair to say that Russia is going to need a huge performance in their final game of Group A if they are to match the current FIFA odds in regards to their predecessors. The Russians are not … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 20, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later The men in charge of the soccer federations taking part in the Confederations Cup have some tough decisions to make before the tournament begins when thinking about player personnel. This is especially true for the teams loaded with players who play in Europe, as they will have all just ended a long … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 20, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later There are a lot of things to love about the Confederations Cup, starting with the fact that we get to watch world class football in the summer months when all the major leagues are shut down for the offseason. There is also the opportunity to see teams who don’t face each other … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 19, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later The Confederations Cup is becoming something of an important tournament since recent years, mainly because it serves as a dress rehearsal for the World Cup the following Summer. This particular version of the tournament is perhaps more important than most, as it will allow us to get a look at a couple … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 19, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later For many of the 8 teams taking part, the Confederations Cup is a welcome break from the pressure of World Cup qualifying and soccer betting picks. Some of the teams use this tournament as an opportunity to try out some of their fringe players, while others are definitely in it to win … click title for full article.Written by Henry Watkins on June 14, 2017
mybookie App Download App Download Remind me later The 2018 World Cup is now less than a year away, and we have a little mini preview to look forward to when the Confederations Cup kicks off on Saturday, June 17. This tournament has changed formats a couple of times, and is now traditionally played the year prior to the World … click title for full article.