2007 Soccer Futures from Bodog

Soccer, which is known as football in every country except the United States, is in full swing, and there are a number of championship games coming up. If you like to gamble on sporting events, especially soccer, then Bodog has you covered. Just check out a few of the current futures that they’re offering.

THE UEFA CUP

The UEFA Cup is a soccer competition for European club teams. It is the second most important international competition for soccer clubs in Europe (with only the UEFA Champions League being more prestigious). Qualification for the series is based on a team’s performance in national leagues and national cup competitions.

This year’s final will be played at Hampden Park in Glasgow, Scotland on May 16th, 2007.Here are current odds according to Bodog. Bets have a maximum limit of $500.

Who will win the 2007 UEFA Cup?

Sevilla 5/4

Werder Bremen 7/4

Espanyol 9/2

Osasuna 6/1

THE ENGLISH PREMIERSHIP

Often referred to as the Barclays Premiership for sponsorship purposes, it’s a competition for the top soccer clubs in the English soccer league system. This is the most watched sporting league in the world, and also the most profitable soccer league.

In the 14 seasons since it’s creation, the title has only been won by 4 teams. They are: Manchester United (8-time champs), Arsenal (3-time champs), Chelsea (2-time champs) and the Blackburn Rovers (1-time champs). The current champions are Chelsea, who won their second straight title in the 2005-2006 season.

Who will win the English Premiership?

Manchester United 1/4

Chelsea 5/2

ENGLAND FA CUP

The Football Association Challenge Cup, also known as the FA Cup, is a single-elimination competition in English soccer. It is the oldest soccer competition in the world, with it’s origins stretching all the way back to 1871.

This year, a record 687 teams were accepted into the Cup competition. The current champs are Liverpool FC, who defeated West Ham United FC in a penalty shootout last year, but both of these teams were defeated during the tournament.

The FA Cup Final 2007 will be played o Saturday, May 19th, between Manchester United and Chelsea at the new Wembley Stadium. This will be the first soccer final played there since its re-opening.

Who will win the England FA Cup?

Chelsea FC -115

Manchester United -115

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2007 Soccer Futures from Bodog