Irish Gamblers Ready for World Cup Knockouts

The French are out! Not that we want to rehash old grievances, but when it comes to football, grudges die hard. If we're honest, more than a few of us were pretty happy to see Thierry Henry and his colleagues promptly exiting the South African arena amid what Irish journalists have dubbed "le meltdown."

So, after the French team's shameful World Cup departure, the players' rebellion and the expulsion of Nicolas Anelka, just what do we Irish have to look forward to in the knockout stages of the tournament?

The Bets Are Still On

Would we have won the World Cup if we had qualified? Let's face it - it's doubtful. But can we still make a few bob in the meantime? Absolutely!

Thanks to Bwin online sportsbook there's still plenty of excitement to be had and money to be won. Every day Bwin adds an intriguing addition to its World Cup "Bet of the Day" specials, as well as betting opportunities on the number of red cards or penalties per game, among other features. Feel like directing your schadenfreude against England now that the French have gone? This is your chance!

Win Without Watching a Match

Alternatively, head over to Noble online casino. Here you can win luxury weekends, flights included, every match day throughout the World Cup competition. Simply be the player who places the highest total bets on one day. Better still, at Noble you're wagering on top notch Playtech online slots and casino table games - without a vuvuzela in sight!

Follow the Action

William Hill Sports provides all live scores sorted by groups, making it simple for punters to place bets directly on the action.