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The Best Teams to Bet on in the World Cup 2018 – Russia

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Considering that football has been the all-time favourite sport for punters to place bets on and win a fortune, all eyes are now set on the Football World Cup 2018, taking place in Russia. Knowing that several teams that were expected to wow the punters and football enthusiasts couldn’t live up to the expectations in the opening games and some of the teams that were considered to be dark horses have taken the lead, we have listed down the teams that are likely to be the best teams to place bets on. One of them is destined to lift the trophy for sure. So let’s begin.

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1- Brazil

The Brazilian team is under a lot of pressure after drawing the game with Switzerland, but things are not that bad for the team. They’re still the number one bet to win the trophy. Brazil had clearly taken the lead in the beginning, but some of its players like Neymar and Firmino should perform a little better to improve the rank of the team. Still, Brazil is the safest team to place bets on.

2- Spain

Spain had to bear the loss of their head coach just a few days before the world cup started. Despite that, Spain has shown some superb skills in the field. Their football passing is superb. Although the team has got soft penalty twice by now, they have responded really well owing to the fierce form of their target man .

3- France

France has improved its ranking after beating Australia, but there are a few penalties that the team has received so far. However, the common opinion of the experts about the team is that it will get into a smoother rhythm, considering they have a win to their credit. According to , they got a lot of opportunities during the game, they availed a few and lost some, but they could have done a lot a better. This shows France is all in for improvement and the basic betting tips suggest that it’s a viable team to place bets on.

4- Belgium

In the start of the world cup, it seemed Belgium was under too much pressure of being called a golden generation when they started quite slow against Panama, but the team got control on their nerves and improved with a wonderful volley.

5- England

England has improved its odds for winning the trophy after defeating Tunisia 2-1. The team played that game patiently and kept looking for good opportunities during the game rather than just kicking the ball into the box and hoping to strike a goal.

6- Russia

There are two things that can play a huge role in making Russia climb to the top of the current ranking in the world cup. The first is the home advantage and the second is the momentum that the team has picked after defeating Egypt and Saudi Arabia. The team is playing with positivity and good pace and has already scored eight goals by now.

There are other teams, including Portugal, Mexico, Argentina, and Germany that cannot be overlooked at this moment. Their performances are also very promising so far. There will be tougher matches ahead for all these teams and it super-exciting which country becomes the force to be reckoned with.

 

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Jan Bednarek 2023 – Net Worth, Salary, Sponsors, Wife, Tattoos, Cars, and more

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Jan Bednarek of Aston Villa warms up prior to the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Chelsea FC at Villa Park on October 16, 2022 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Jan Bednarek is a professional football player from Poland who currently plays as a centre-back for Aston Villa on loan from Southampton FC in the English Premier League and the Poland national team and in this article, we will see more about the player’s Net Worth, Salary, Sponsors, Wife, Tattoos, Cars, and more.

Jan Kacper Bednarek famously called Jan Bednarek joined the Premier League club Aston Villa on loan from the English club Southampton FC in 2022. He continues to work hard and improve his game, and it is likely that we will see him achieve even more success in the future.

The centre-back has represented Poland’s youth and the senior team at the international level and has been a consistent player for the national team. Let us get to know more about the player’s profile in the following paragraphs.

Jan Bednarek joined the Premier League club Aston Villa on loan from the English club Southampton FC in 2022. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)
Jan Bednarek joined the Premier League club Aston Villa on loan from the English club Southampton FC in 2022. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Jan Bednarek Facts And Wiki

Birth PlaceSłupca, Poland
Father’s NameNA
Mother’s NameNA
Star SignAries
Net Worth5.2 Million Pounds
Age26
Birthday12 April 1996
NationalityPolish
PositionCentre-back
Senior ClubsLech Poznań II, Lech Poznań, Górnik Łęczna, Southampton, Aston Villa
Achievements1X POLISH CHAMPION
1X POLISH SUPER CUP WINNER
WifeJulia Bednarek
ChildrenLilly
Social MediaInstagram

Jan Bednarek Net Worth and Salary

Jan has become a key player for both Southampton F.C. and the Poland national team and has been earning a whopping salary of 1.5 million pounds per year by playing for Southampton. The net worth of Jan Bednarek in 2023 is estimated at around 5.2 million pounds as footballing has contributed much to his income. The current market value of the player is estimated at around 7.2 million pounds.

Jan Bednarek Club Career

Jan began his youth career with Lech Poznań, where he developed his skills and eventually made his professional debut in 2014. He made over 60 appearances for the club, scoring 4 goals. On 1 July 2017, he was signed by Southampton F.C. for a reported transfer fee of 5 million pounds.

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Bednarek made his debut for the club against Wolves in the EFL Cup on 23 August 2017 and the match ended in a 2-0 loss. After the departure of Virgil Van Dijk in 2018, he made his Premier League debut as the manager switched to a 3-back formation. He made his league debut against Chelsea on 14 April 2018 and the match ended in a 3-2 defeat.

He became a regular starter for the team, playing an important role in the defence. He has made over 100 appearances for the club and has shown his versatility by playing as a centre-back and as a right-back. He was loaned out to Aston Villa on 1 September 2022 for a season.

Jan Bednarek International Career

Bednarek has also made over 50 appearances for the Poland national team, where he has represented his country in multiple tournaments including the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2020. He was a regular starter for Poland in the World Cup, playing all three games in the group stage and helping his team reach the Round of 16.

Jan Bednarek has represented his country in multiple tournaments including the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2020.(Photo by Christopher Lee/Getty Images)
Jan Bednarek has represented his country in multiple tournaments including the 2018 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2020.(Photo by Christopher Lee/Getty Images)

Jan Bednarek Family

Jan was born on December 3, 1995, in Gryfino, Poland. He is very close to his family and often mentions his parents and brothers as a big motivation for him. He is also active on social media and has a good relationship with his fans, who appreciate his hard work and dedication. His brother Filip is also a professional football player who plays a goalkeeper for Lech Poznan.

Jan Bednarek Wife – Julia Bednarek

Jan married Julia Bednarek on 18 June 2022. The happy couple was blessed with a baby girl in August 2021 and later the couple named her Lilly. The couple seems to spend every vacation together and everyone hopes that they have a happy life together.

Jan Badnarek with his wife Julia Badnarek and daughter Lilly celebrating Christmas together. (Credits: janbadnarek_ Instagram)
Jan Badnarek with his wife Julia Badnarek and daughter Lilly celebrating Christmas together. (Credits: janbadnarek_ Instagram)

Jan Bednarek Sponsors and Endorsements

Jan has not been seen endorsing any company on his social media accounts. The player is in his growing phase and will attract sponsors if he is able to show up his abilities and skills on the field.

Jan Bednarek Cars and Tattoos

Jan has not been spotted driving a car in the streets. It is certain that the player has a decent car collection in his garage to roam out. Unlike many footballers, the player seems not fond of tattooing his body.

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FAQs about Jan Bednarek

What is the net worth of Jan Bednarek?
The net worth of Jan Bednarek is 5.2 Million Pounds.
How many clubs have Jan Bednarek played for?
Jan Bednarek has played with five clubs at the senior level – Lech Poznań II, Lech Poznań, Górnik Łęczna, Southampton, and Aston Villa.
How old is Jan Bednarek?
He is 26 years old.
Nationality of Jan Bednarek?
He is Polish.
Has Jan Bednarek ever won the Premier League?
No, he has never won the Premier League.
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Best England World Cup Team Of All Time

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English midfielder David Beckham during a press conference.

The England national football team has been competing in the FIFA World Cup since 1950 and has produced many legends and legendary moments in the tournament and here in this article, we will see the best world cup 11 of England.

England’s national team has not really been a successful team with respect to the talents they have in every cup competition. It is one of the underperforming nations in the World Cup and they hope to lift away the curse in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Let us see the best players in each position to feature for England in the World Cups in a 4-4-2 formation.

Goalkeeper – Peter Shilton

Peter Leslie Shilton, shortly called Peter Shilton, holds the all-time record for most matches played – 1390. He represented England’s national team for 20 years. He played the majority of his career at Nottingham Forest and Southampton.

He is the most capped player in England’s national team with 125 appearances. He has been named in the top ten goalkeepers of the 20th century by IFFHS and his longevity in his footballing career earns a spot in the Best 11 squad.

Right-Back – Gary Neville

Gary Neville currently works as a football pundit for the English media and was one of the best fullbacks in the past. He played for Manchester United for more than 20 years and has made 400 league appearances for the side.

He is known for his work rate, consistency and aggressive capabilities. He even played as a centre-back due to his positional sense.

Centre-back – Bobby Moore

Robert Frederick Chelsea Moore famously called Bobby Moore is a former West Ham United player and the club retired his number 6 after his death. He has made 108 appearances for England’s national team.

He led England’s team to their first World Cup trophy in 1966. The player was crucial in the cup and there is no doubt that he is one of the best centre-backs to ever play for England.

Centre-back – Billy Wright

Billy Wright is a Wolverhampton Wanderers legend and has made over 540 appearances for the club. He played as a captain for the country from 1948 and made 90 appearances for the country as a captain.

He was the first football player to earn more than 100 caps and was a great captain. He earns the spot on this list for his leadership qualities and elite mentality.

Left-back – Ashley Cole

Ashley Cole is the most-capped England fullback with 107 appearances. He has featured in 2002, 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cup. He was voted England’s player of the year in 2010. The player played the majority in Arsenal’s 4-4-2 formation and best suits in this team.

Left-midfielder – Bobby Charlton

Sir Robert Charlton CBE famously known as Bobby Charlton is a former English midfielder who played most of his career at Manchester United. He has made 106 appearances for England’s national team scoring 49 goals.

The player featured in the 1966 FIFA World Cup final against West Germany and won the match to give England their first World Cup.

Centre-midfielder – Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard is one of the best midfielders to feature in the Premier League. He has been one of the best midfielders in England’s team and has featured in the 2006 and 2010 World Cup. He earns his spot in this team for his leadership and for his offensive contributions.

Centre-midfielder – Steven Gerrard

Steven George Gerrard MBE famously called Steven Gerrard is a former Liverpool player. He earned 114 caps for England and has captained both England and Liverpool in his career.

The player is the best fit for the midfield role and was known for his partnership on the field with Frank Lampard. He was the top scorer for England in the 2006 World Cup.

Right-midfielder – David Beckham

David Robert Joseph Beckham OBE famously called David Beckham is a Manchester United legend. He is one of the best midfielders of the game and also one of the best spot-kick takers and was known for his bending freekicks. He had good crossing abilities from the right flank.

He made his first World Cup debut in the 1998 FIFA World Cup and has featured in three editions of the World Cup including the 1998, 2002 and 2006 World Cup. He captained England’s team from 2000.

David Beckham of England grimaces during the FIFA 2010 World Cup. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Striker – Jimmy Greaves

Jimmy Greaves has been one of the best strikers for England’s national football team. He has scored 44 goals in his 57 appearances for the country and has the most goals per match contribution for England as a striker with more than 50 appearances.

He is gifted with pace and the striker was a part of the national team that won the 1966 FIFA World Cup.

Striker – Harry Kane

Harry Kane is the current England team captain and has scored 51 goals for the country. He won the Golden Boot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup with 6 goals in the tournament. He is just two goals short of being England’s all-time top scorer.

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He is ambitious about the 2022 FIFA World Cup and is definitely a contender for the Golden Boot in this World Cup edition.

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The 2018 FIFA World Cup

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In a competition ripe with surprises, brilliant moments and the odd controversial moment; mainly involving the contentious use of VAR, the 2018 World Cup will surely go down as one of the best in recent memory.

Biggest surprise

It was a competition full of surprises- justifying why the World Cup is such a special occasion. Germany losing their opening game to Mexico and Argentina’s capitulation against Croatia are notable shocks but the biggest shock of them all was the Spanish failing to overcome the resilient hosts.

Already recognised as the weaker half of the draw, the Spanish were the notable stand out team and highly supported to reach at least the semi-finals. This all changed in the first knockout stage were a subdued and disappointing Spain team failed to create a notable chance in 120 minutes of football.

This was highlighted by the fact that even the goal that Spain scored was an own goal and they could only manage to hold on to the lead for 20 minutes- when they conceded one of the most ridiculous penalties of the tournament which Russia subsequently scored.

The hosts held on for penalties where misses from Gerard Pique and Koke helped the lowest ranked side left in the competition into the quarter finals.

Best moment

Who could possibly forget that night on Tuesday 2nd July? It will be forever remembered as the night that England finally won a penalty shootout in the World Cup.

Every fan would have been thinking that the writing was on the wall once that final whistle was blown shortly after the 93rd minute Colombian equaliser. 30 nail-biting minutes of extra time followed just waiting for the penalties to begin.

Nerves would have been in shreds following Jordan Henderson’s missed penalty but that would be short lived as Colombia’s following two penalties were also missed. Handing Eric Dier the chance to put England into a World Cup quarter final, which he thankfully did. The penalty shoot-out hoo-doo finally put to rest.

Best goal

In possibly the best game of the summer, Pavard reacted to a half cleared ball by Nicolas Otamendi to half volley a rapid approaching ball into the top left hand corner of the Argentinean goal. The technique was magical, he cut across the ball in such a way that it looked nearly impossible to put the ball where it ended up. It bent from outside of the post and around Argentine defender, Marcos Rojo to bend back into the goal.

The goal also gave France the lead in a tight game against Lionel Messi’s Argentina team and effectively put the French on their way to glory.

Best player

So many players to choose from. France’s exciting Kylian Mbappewas excellent throughout, including his mesmeric performance against Argentina- which is probably the stand out individual performance of the whole tournament. Belgium’s Premier League pair of Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne were brilliant for the consistent Belgian side. The pairing was lethal on the counter attack and left Japan and Brazil bemused by their power and pace.

However, England’s Tottenham Hotspur duo of Harry Kane and Kieran Trippier have stood out above the rest. Kane’s lethal finishing and leading from the front has been a revelation for the Three Lions throughout the competition and to finish as the top scorer is as BBC pundit Alan Shearer says: “life changing and truly career defining.”

Best team

There is only one team this can be awarded to, France. The 2018 champions were undoubtedly the best team on show. They flattered to deceive throughout the group and in parts throughout the knock out games but when the pressure was really on, they delivered. Boasting the best defensive pairing of Samuel Umtiti and Raphael Varane, dynamic midfieldersN’goloKante and Paul Pogba but then rounded off by Antoine Griezmann and Mbappe is just an embarrassment of riches.

Led by 1998 world champion Didier Deschamps, they just never looked like losing once they got back ahead in the final against the valiant Croatia. In a 15-minute spell they blew their opponents away, taking the game from 2-1 to 4-1.

Will they be able to regain their crown in four years time in Qatar? We will have to wait and see but I for one, cannot wait to see. Roll on 2022.

Betway certainly think so as France are currently the second favourites to win the 2022 World Cup. The current market leader is Brazil with a price of 9/2.

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