Soccer Archives - Page 6 of 32

Premier League Odds: Latest EPL Title Odds for Canadian Bettors

If you’re betting the English Premier League from Canada, this page is your hub for Premier League odds and up-to-date EPL title odds.

We refresh pricing throughout the season so you can see which clubs are shortening, who’s drifting, and where value might still exist.

Use the live odds table below, then read on for movement notes, strategy, and timing tips tailored to futures bettors in Ontario and across Canada.

Premier League Odds

Embed: #118848

Bet Premier League Futures at NorthStar Bets

How to Read Premier League Title Odds

Odds shorten on positive news (rivals drop points, injuries resolve, xG trends up) and drift on risk (congestion, suspensions).

The EPL title is an outright (points, then tiebreakers). Check cash-out and any each-way terms. Build positions by scaling in and consider partial hedges late instead of full cash-outs.

Canada uses “American” odds, meaning a +400 price would pay out four times the wager.

See Full EPL Title Odds Board

Market Tiers You’ll See All Season

Favourites: Short-priced giants with depth and consistent xG profile; often playable early before fixture congestion.
True Contenders: One or two weaknesses (injuries, bench quality, pressing drop-offs) with a realistic path to the top.
Value Longshots: Need a perfect run + rivals’ stumbles; small stakes or each-way (if offered) only.

When EPL Title Odds Move and why

Injuries & suspensions to core starters (CB/DM/Creator).
Fixture congestion (Europe + domestic cups compressing rest days).
Underlying data shifts (xG trendlines, shot quality, pressing intensity).
Six-pointers vs. top-four rivals (beating someone close in standings resulting in a big swing).
January window swings (outgoings matter as much as arrivals).

Lock Your EPL Pick Before the Next Price Move

Strategy Tips for Canadian Bettors

Stage in early: If a favourite’s schedule is soft in August/September, an early buy can beat the market.
Scale in, don’t chase: Add on dips after unlucky draws; avoid buying spikes after statement wins.
Hedge intelligently: If your ticket is live late season, consider partial hedges against the closest rival rather than a full cash-out.

Create a NorthStar Bets Account

How to Bet Premier League Futures in Ontario

Log in or create your NorthStar Bets account.
Navigate to Soccer → England → Premier League → Futures/Outrights
Select your team, enter stake, review potential return (decimal odds), and confirm.
Track movement here and manage positions (add/hedge) as the season evolves.

Responsible Play: 19+. Play within your limits. Ontario only. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please contact ConnexOntario.

FAQ

What are Premier League odds vs. EPL title odds?
They’re often used interchangeably. “Premier League odds” can refer to match markets, while “EPL title odds” are outright futures to win the league.

How often do EPL title odds update?
Markets update continuously—before and after matches, during transfer moves, and when injury news hits.

Is it better to bet the favourite early or wait?
There’s no universal rule. Early can be best if you expect a soft schedule and a healthy squad. If depth or Europe creates risk, you may get a better price by waiting.

What’s implied probability, and why should I care?
It converts odds into a percentage chance. It keeps you honest about what the market is actually pricing.

Can I hedge my EPL title futures?
Yes. Late season, consider small stakes on the nearest rival(s) to lock profit while keeping upside.

Are there promos for Premier League betting?
Promos vary. Check the promotions page in your NorthStar Bets account for current offers.

Can I cash out an EPL title bet?
If available, yes — but compare cash-out value to a manual hedge; don’t overpay for convenience.

Today’s Premier League Match Odds
Soccer Odds Hub

Portions of this article were created with the assistance of AI. All content on this site is edited and reviewed by our Toronto-based editorial team before publication.

World Cup 2026 odds: Live Prices, Movers & How to Bet in Canada

If you’re looking for World Cup 2026 odds, you need one thing: timely odds and honest context.

Below you’ll find current outrights, who’s moving, and how to read the market—plus direct links to lock bets at NorthStar Bets, a regulated Ontario sportsbook.

-> Get the latest World Cup 2026 odds and sign up at NorthStar Bets

How World Cup Odds Work

See today’s World Cup 2026 odds at NorthStar Bets

Outright Winner: Price on each nation to win the tournament.
Each-Way/Top 2 or Finalist: Reduces risk if your team makes the final.
Group Winner/To Qualify: Lower variance markets during group stage.
Stage of Elimination: Hedge or fade a team’s ceiling without picking the champion.

Market Snapshot: Favourites, Contenders, Live Longshots

Favourites: The usual giants are priced short because talent and depth win seven-match tournaments. Small edges matter; don’t force it at bad prices.
Contenders: Teams with top-10 Elo/Power Ratings that shorten if their draw breaks right. This is often where the value sits.
Live Longshots: You’re betting paths and variance, not fairy tales. If a number won’t survive a tougher knockout draw, skip it or plan a cash-out.

-> Sign Up at NorthStar Bets to access the latest World Cup odds & markets.

Canada World Cup 2026 Betting Odds

Canada’s number will swing on three things: injuries to key attackers, group draw difficulty, and defensive metrics against tier-one opposition.

If the price shortens only because of patriotic money, pass. When data moves the line (xG trend improving, chance-creation up vs. top 20), then you consider a nibble—ideally with hedging options.

Use fixed-size units (e.g., 1–2% of bankroll), don’t ladder five correlated futures on the same outcome, and plan exits (hedge in semis/final if you actually care about net profit, not “being right”).

– >Sign Up at NorthStar Bets to Access Live World Cup Odds

When to Bet (Timing > Hype)

Pre-Draw: Higher variance, occasionally better prices if you read the qualifying form early.
Post-Draw: Markets tighten; look for mis-seeded groups and lopsided knockout paths.
In-Tournament: Live markets overreact to single-match chaos—great for disciplined adds or hedges.

Responsible betting tools

How to Read Line Movement

Sharp Moves: Injuries, suspensions, tactical changes, or a soft side of the bracket.
Public Moves: Patriot money and headlines. You’ll pay a tax. Don’t.
What to Do: Track closing line direction; avoid chasing steam after it’s already moved.

FAQ

Q: What’s the best market for casual bettors—outright, group, or stage of elimination?
Group and stage markets are easier to price because they involve fewer games. Outrights are fine if you get a real number before the draw or you’re willing to hedge later.

Q: How do I find value on Canada’s World Cup odds?
Watch underlying data, not headlines: chance creation vs. top-20 teams, set-piece threat, and goals prevented vs. expected. If the number shortens only on emotion, it’s not value.

Q: Should I bet before or after the draw?
Bet before the draw only if your number beats consensus by a mile. Otherwise, wait — paths decide tournaments. After the draw, target mispriced groups and knockout funnels.

Q: Can I cash out a World Cup futures ticket at NorthStar Bets?
Yes, where available. Use it to lock profit when your team runs above expectation or the path gets tougher than you planned for.

Q: What’s a sensible stake for futures?
0.5–1.5 units per position. Don’t stack correlated bets (outright + finalist + stage exacta on the same team) unless you’re explicitly building a hedge tree.

Q: How often do odds update?
Any time news hits: injuries, suspensions, tactical changes, or draw updates. Lines can also shift on sharp action—follow the movement, but don’t chase it blindly.

– >Sign Up at NorthStar Bets to Access Live FIFA World Cup Odds and Markets

Portions of this article were created with the assistance of AI. All content on this site is edited and reviewed by our Toronto-based editorial team before publication.

Canada vs. Australia men’s soccer odds and best bets: Expect Les Rouges to continue winning ways

The Canadian men’s soccer team is back in action on Friday with a friendly against Australia.

The pregame narrative: Les Rouges are undefeated in this spell of friendlies and now face a top team from the Asian World Cup qualifiers. Canada has never been higher in the FIFA World Rankings (No. 26) and can continue to climb ahead of next year’s World Cup on home soil.

Check out our Canada vs. Australia odds and my best bet for the men’s soccer match on Oct. 10.

Canada vs. Australia odds

Canada vs. Australia markets	Betting odds
Canada to win	-139
Draw	+265
Australia to win	+380
Canada draw no bet	-385
Australia draw no bet	+235
Over 2.5 goals	+115
Under 2.5 goals	-150

Canada vs.Australia betting markets

Click linked odds to add selection to your betslip.

Canada vs. Australia odds as of 1:32 p.m. ET on 10/09/2025.

Best bet

Canada to win (-139): Including friendlies, Australia is 6-0-0 in 2025. But the lack of solid competition is concerning.

The Australians are one spot higher than Canada in the FIFA World Rankings. However, much like the Canadians, they don’t get to play top teams often.

During its win streak, Australia has played Japan, Saudi Arabia, China, Indonesia and New Zealand twice.

Japan is the only nation ranked inside the top 50 and is in a bit of a freefall. The side lost to the United States, 2-0, in their most recent friendly in September.

Therefore, I can’t help but feel Australia’s current form is a bit overrated.

On the other side, Canada has been battle-tested in recent months. Les Rouges played two friendlies in September and beat formidable European nations Wales and Ukraine without conceding in either match.

Canada has played 13 times over the last year and lost just once in regular time against Mexico. Along with beating Wales and Romania, the side also has wins mixed in over Ukraine and the USA, and a draw against the Ivory Coast.

For the first time ever, Canada is playing teams from all over the world, and Les Rouges continue to prove they belong on the big stage.

Australia hasn’t played any opponents outside its region, and that should be worrying ahead of its match with the red-hot Canadians.

Key stat: Canada has won six of its past nine games against nations ranked inside the top 100.

Canada vs. Australia predictions made at 1:32 p.m. on 10/09/2025.

Top European soccer picks and predictions: Back Real Madrid to win, goals in Juventus vs. AC Milan

Europe’s top soccer leagues are in full swing this weekend.

The pre-weekend narrative: Crystal Palace looks to keep ascending up the EPL table in a matchup with Everton on Sunday. Later on, two Italian giants, Juventus and AC Milan, battle for position atop the Serie A table.

Check out this weekend’s best European soccer predictions for games beginning on Oct. 4, 2025, featuring a pick on Real Madrid vs. Villarreal.

Soccer predictions

Real Madrid vs. Villarreal (Oct. 4, 3 p.m. ET)

Best bet: Real Madrid halftime/fulltime (+100)

Madrid is coming off a shocking 5-2 defeat against Atletico Madrid in La Liga. But that was on the road, and Atletico is a European powerhouse.

Los Blancos are back at home and play an inferior Villarreal squad that is currently third in the La Liga table but hasn’t played many quality opponents.

Villarreal has won the last three matches in Spain by one goal apiece against teams all outside of the top eight. Two of those matches were at home.

When the side had to play better teams, it fell short. Villarreal lost to both Tottenham and Atletico Madrid on the road in the past few weeks. Each opponent cashed this wager.

I believe Real Madrid’s offence will be too much to handle here. Los Blancos score 2.3 goals per match.

Villarreal has a big UCL match on Wednesday vs. Juventus, while Madrid played on Tuesday and dominated FC Kairat of the Kazakhstan Premier League, 5-0.

The away team will have a lot more squad management to worry about ahead of this weekend, and Real Madrid should be rather fresh.

Expect a quick start from Xabi Alonso’s starting 11.

Key stat: Madrid is 3-1 against this wager in its last four games across all competitions.

Bet on La Liga soccer

EPL best bet

Matchup: Everton vs. Crystal Palace (Oct. 5, 9 a.m. ET)

Both teams to score – No (-118): Crystal Palace is playing way above expectations, sitting third on the EPL table after six matches.

That’s because of its strong defence. The side is tied with Arsenal for the fewest goals allowed per match (0.5).

On the other side is Everton, a team that has struggled to score (seven goals so far). But the Toffies are ninth on the table thanks to their defensive efforts.

Under 2.5 goals in this match holds a -159 price tag, and if you can stomach that price, it’s a play I’d also recommend.

But there’s a strong chance this match plays as a stalemate with at least one side holding a clean sheet.

If I had to pick a team to win, I’d lean toward Crystal Palace because of its recent results, but the Eagles are on the road, so there’s a chance Everton squeaks out a win or even a 0-0 draw.

Full EPL betting markets

Serie A prediction

Matchup: Juventus vs. AC Milan (Oct. 5, 2:45 p.m. ET)

Over 2.5 goals (+105): This is arguably the most gruelling part of the soccer schedule. Since Sept. 13, these teams have combined to play eight matches. Mix in international fixtures for some players, and it’s been a busy month.

That could lead to more mistakes this weekend, and these two sides are talented enough to take advantage.

Milan is tied for first in Serie A and has scored 2+ goals in five of seven matches this season (all competitions).

Juventus sits one point behind and has scored in all six of its matches.

That includes a 4-4 draw against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League and a 4-3 win over Inter Milan in Serie A. At its best, Juventus’ offence can cash this wager alone.

These attacks are potent and have a high ceiling for Sunday’s match.

Bet on Serie A soccer

Soccer predictions made at 10:25 a.m. on 10/01/2025.

Top European soccer picks and predictions: Back Real Madrid to win, goals in Juventus vs. AC Milan

Europe’s top soccer leagues are in full swing this weekend.

The pre-weekend narrative: Crystal Palace looks to keep ascending up the EPL table in a matchup with Everton on Sunday. Later on, two Italian giants, Juventus and AC Milan, battle for position atop the Serie A table.

Check out this weekend’s best European soccer predictions for games beginning on Oct. 4, 2025, featuring a pick on Real Madrid vs. Villarreal.

Soccer predictions

Real Madrid vs. Villarreal (Oct. 4, 3 p.m. ET)

Best bet: Real Madrid halftime/fulltime (+106)

Madrid is coming off a shocking 5-2 defeat against Atletico Madrid in La Liga. But that was on the road, and Atletico is a European powerhouse.

Los Blancos are back at home and play an inferior Villarreal squad that is currently third in the La Liga table but hasn’t played many quality opponents.

Villarreal has won the last three matches in Spain by one goal apiece against teams all outside of the top eight. Two of those matches were at home.

When the side had to play better teams, it fell short. Villarreal lost to both Tottenham and Atletico Madrid on the road in the past few weeks. Each opponent cashed this wager.

I believe Real Madrid’s offence will be too much to handle here. Los Blancos score 2.3 goals per match.

Villarreal has a big UCL match on Wednesday vs. Juventus, while Madrid played on Tuesday and dominated FC Kairat of the Kazakhstan Premier League, 5-0.

The away team will have a lot more squad management to worry about ahead of this weekend, and Real Madrid should be rather fresh.

Expect a quick start from Xabi Alonso’s starting 11.

Key stat: Madrid is 3-1 against this wager in its last four games across all competitions.

Bet on La Liga soccer

EPL best bet

Matchup: Everton vs. Crystal Palace (Oct. 5, 9 a.m. ET)

Both teams to score – No (-127): Crystal Palace is playing way above expectations, sitting third on the EPL table after six matches.

That’s because of its strong defence. The side is tied with Arsenal for the fewest goals allowed per match (0.5).

On the other side is Everton, a team that has struggled to score (seven goals so far). But the Toffies are ninth on the table thanks to their defensive efforts.

Under 2.5 goals in this match holds a -159 price tag, and if you can stomach that price, it’s a play I’d also recommend.

But there’s a strong chance this match plays as a stalemate with at least one side holding a clean sheet.

If I had to pick a team to win, I’d lean toward Crystal Palace because of its recent results, but the Eagles are on the road, so there’s a chance Everton squeaks out a win or even a 0-0 draw.

Full EPL betting markets

Serie A prediction

Matchup: Juventus vs. AC Milan (Oct. 5, 2:45 p.m. ET)

Over 2.5 goals (+115): This is arguably the most gruelling part of the soccer schedule. Since Sept. 13, these teams have combined to play eight matches. Mix in international fixtures for some players, and it’s been a busy month.

That could lead to more mistakes this weekend, and these two sides are talented enough to take advantage.

Milan is tied for first in Serie A and has scored 2+ goals in five of seven matches this season (all competitions).

Juventus sits one point behind and has scored in all six of its matches.

That includes a 4-4 draw against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League and a 4-3 win over Inter Milan in Serie A. At its best, Juventus’ offence can cash this wager alone.

These attacks are potent and have a high ceiling for Sunday’s match.

Bet on Serie A soccer

Soccer predictions made at 10:25 a.m. on 10/01/2025.

Champions League picks and predictions Oct. 1: Bet on Barcelona to beat PSG in must-see matchup

A marquee matchup between Barcelona and PSG headlines Wednesday’s Champions League action.

The pregame narrative: PSG is facing an injury crisis ahead of its trip to Spain, with Ousmane Dembele headlining the absentees. Barcelona has been dominating its way through the season’s early stages and has value in picking up a sixth straight win.

Check out the best Champions League predictions for the matches on Oct. 1, featuring a prop bet on Bayern Munich’s Luis Diaz.

Champions League predictions

Best bet: Barcelona to win (-120)

I would be looking to back PSG in some capacity with healthy rosters on a neutral site. But that’s far from the case here.

The Parisians are without reigning Ballon d’Or winner Dembele, who is the linchpin of their midfield, both offensively and defensively.

On top of that, Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are on the list of sidelined attackers, while centre-back and captain Marquinhos is out with a thigh injury.

PSG has solid depth, but I struggle to see how it’ll beat an elite Barcelona side playing at home.

Hansi Flick’s group sits 6-1-0 in La Liga with a league-best 21 goals and +16 goal differential.

Barcelona is also 8-1-1 in its last 10 home games dating back to last season, with a win over Real Madrid and a 6-0 rout against Valencia on Sept. 14.

Flick’s squad began its UCL journey with an impressive 2-1 win against Newcastle at St. James’ Park, with Lamine Yamal sidelined.

The 18-year-old wunderkind is back for this matchup and has four goal contributions in three starts for Barca this season.

Key stat: Barcelona averaged the most goals per game (3.1) in the UCL last year.

Bet on the Champions League

Best Pafos FC vs. Bayern Munich bet

Luis Diaz to score (+130): Bayern Munich is -800 to win on the road against Pafos FC, which leads Cyprus’ first division.

This is about as big a mismatch as you’ll find in the league phase.

Harry Kane would be a natural target on the goalscorer market, but he’s -275 to find the net, which is hardly playable.

So instead, I’ll turn to Diaz, who has been great so far.

Diaz has four goals in eight matches across all competitions (second to Kane’s 15).

The Colombian is only slightly behind Kane in non-penalty xG (2.7 to 3.0).

Diaz leads all Bayern players with 700 minutes played, which is great for this wager.

Look for Diaz to be active in what should be a rout.

Champions League predictions made at 10:44 a.m. on 09/30/2025.

Champions League picks and predictions Oct. 1: Bet on Barcelona to beat PSG in must-see matchup

A marquee matchup between Barcelona and PSG headlines Wednesday’s Champions League action.

The pregame narrative: PSG is facing an injury crisis ahead of its trip to Spain, with Ousmane Dembele headlining the absentees. Barcelona has been dominating its way through the season’s early stages and has value in picking up a sixth straight win.

Check out the best Champions League predictions for the matches on Oct. 1, featuring a prop bet on Bayern Munich’s Luis Diaz.

Champions League predictions

Best bet: Barcelona to win (-109)