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Charlie graduated in BA Hons Sports Journalism in 2015 and has a keen interest in European soccer – particularly in Germany. He has since gained experience writing for newspapers, online magazines and within the sports betting industry before joining Pinnacle. Charlie likes to delve deeper into the stories the sporting world is talking about and look at things through a predictive lens.

At World Cup 2022, the world's elite attackers and strikers will not only be hoping to lead their country to international glory, but also getting their hands on the Golden Boot award given to the tournament’s top scorer. Who are the favourites to win the Golden Boot at World Cup 2022 and what should you bear in mind for Golden Boot betting? Read on to find out.

World Cup 2022: Golden Boot betting preview

Group E at World Cup 2022 contains arguably the strongest set of nations, with former World Cup winners Germany and Spain favourites to qualify from a group also containing Asian Cup 2019 finalists Japan and intercontinental playoff winners Costa Rica.

World Cup 2022: Group E preview

Group F features the number two-ranked nation in the world Belgium, the 2018 World Cup runners-up Croatia, and highly-rated Morocco. However, it’s Canada’s presence at the tournament that has drawn the most attention with it being the nation’s first World Cup since 1986.

World Cup 2022: Group F preview

Group G at World Cup 2022 features the favourites for the title Brazil, who headline a competitive group of nations including European representatives Switzerland and Serbia alongside African giants Cameroon.

World Cup 2022: Group G preview

This is Argentina’s sixth appearance in the World Cup final, having won on two occasions, lastly at Mexico 1986. Their opponents France are now a step from becoming the first nation since Brazil (1958-62) to win consecutive World Cup titles.
Pinnacle examine the value in the betting markets and where you can potentially find an edge in the Argentina vs. France odds. Read on to inform your World Cup final predictions.

World Cup final betting preview: Argentina vs. France

While both these clubs have genuine possibilities of confirming Champions League soccer through the Premier League in May. The English Football League Cup final represents a piece of tangible silverware to show for their impressive seasons to date. With the fixture appears finely poised, read on to inform your League Cup final betting odds and predictions across Pinnacle’s range of match markets.

Manchester United vs. Newcastle United: EFL Cup final 2023 preview

Formula 1’s popularity can be attributed to many different factors. They’ve always had the glamorous race locations, like Monaco, and those steeped in tradition, like Spa and Silverstone. The sport is also the mecca of all things fashionable, with the latest styles on display from both the drivers and the celebrities in the VIP boxes. The exhilaration and drama come from both the speed of the cars and the challenges they put themselves through at each distinctive race circuit.

Things to consider when betting on Formula 1

Manchester City are seeking to emulate the Manchester United team of 1999 and secure the domestic treble, but it’s their great cross-city rivals that stand in the way of them claiming the second part of the three-piece suit – the FA Cup.

Manchester City vs. Manchester United: FA Cup final 2023 preview

Eight of the finest players from the ATP tour will play for the season-ending tournament in Turin this week. Will Novak Djokovic retain his crown? Charlie Dear examines the field and Pinnacle's markets to help you find the edge.

Nitto ATP Tour Finals 2023 Men's Singles preview

The Australian Open brings a sense of new beginnings and offers fresh opportunities for players. Given its position in the calendar, players generally arrive at the tournament invigorated by a chance at the Holy Grail of Tennis – the Calendar Slam (a calendar year of Grand Slam wins). It’s no wonder that Roger Federer coined the opening Grand Slam of the season as the ‘Happy Slam’ in 2007.

Australian Open 2024 betting preview

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