Should Spurs Be Favourites for European Glory?

Tottenham currently lie in 11th place in the Premiership, yet that hasn't stopped some firms making them favourites to win this season's UEFA Cup. After Feyenoord's disqualification ensured a bye for Martin Jol's men, William Hill have installed them as 9/2 jollies although even Stan James' 13/2 about the North London club does not look in the slightest bit attractive. Despite Middlesbrough's final appearance last season, punters can save themselves money by swerving the British teams in the UEFA Cup, especially as they represent such bad value. Bookies feel compelled to make the likes of Newcastle 16/1 (Sporting Odds), Blackburn 25/1 (bet365) and Rangers 33/1 (Ladbrokes) simply because they'll be plenty of punters out there who will back a British team with their hearts or out of recognition rather than because they genuinely feel they have a chance of winning this competition. Let's offer you readers some teams who certainly do have a chance of landing you some winnings in this seasons UEFA Cup. Ladies and gentlemen, I offer up Werder Bremen at 6/1 (Sporting Odds) who currently lie 2nd (rather than 11th) in this season's Bundesliga. They were originally in the Champions League and narrowly missed out on staying in Europe's premier competition after defeat in their final group match in Barcelona. In addition, why not have a few quid each-way on a talented Benfica team (18/1 VC Bet) who made Man Utd sweat in the Champions League group stages? The Portuguese team lie third in their domestic league and have a 100% record at home so far this season. They'll take some beating and should sweep past Dinamo Bucharest in their last 32 tie. So remember, don't buy British when it comes to the UEFA Cup, look for some decent prices who will give you a far greater run for your money. #1 Betfair Bonus £25 Free Bet.#2 Ladbrokes £25 Free Bet.#3 Paddypower Bonus £20 Free Bet.