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British clubs get favourable draw

The UEFA Cup draw came out today and Ladbrokes make Spurs 2.25 (5/4) to go furthest of the British sides. The London club will face Cypriot side Anorthosis Famagusta, the first leg to be played at White Hart Lane. Jol’s men remain second favourites to win the competition, on offer at a best price of 15.00 (14/1) with Coral. Bet Asia takes a look at the UEFA Cup draw and how the betting markets have reacted.

The favourites for the competition are Bayern Munich, currently on offer at 5.50 (9/2) with BetFred, Coral and Stan James. Ladbrokes spokesman, Nick Weinberg, said: “Bayern endured a nightmare season domestically last term. But they’ll be the side to avoid in this competition.”

Bolton take on Macedonian team Rabotnicki, the Trotters are currently on offer for the title at 67.00 (66/1) with Bet365. Blackburn Rovers will play Greek side Larissa, Rovers can be backed at 34.00 (33/1) with Bet365 and Coral.

Everton and Aberdeen are set to play Ukrainian opposition, the Toffees taking on Metalist and the Dons Dnipro. Everton are on offer at 29.00 (28/1) with Coral and Paddy Power and 251.00 (250/1) Bet365 and Skybet.

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Posted on 31 Aug 2007