Melanie Gervasoni
Melanie is a freelance writer covering sports news, major event analysis, and match previews/reviews. Her articles feature athlete perspectives and insightful commentary on the latest developments across the sporting world.
Articles by Melanie Gervasoni
12
Jun
Thirty-two years ago, Ronald Koeman captained the Netherlands in Dallas for the final cap of his playing days, a 3-2 quarter-final defeat to Brazil. On Sunday he returns to the same city as a head coach, the slate wiped clean.
Japan instead have spent recent years turning the game's hierarchy on its head, with Germany and Spain both beaten in Qatar and neither result an accident. The Netherlands could have definitely drawn a kinder opener than this one.
The Group F first match kicks off at 9pm UK time on Sunday 14 June at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas – an...
09
Jun
Blackjack remains one of the most widely recognised table games in both live and online casino environments. While the core objective stays the same, online blackjack dealing rules can vary between tables.
Differences may include the software provider, deck configuration, payout structure, and live dealer setup. Dealer actions, blackjack payouts, and optional rules can also change depending on the table.
Understanding how these blackjack dealing rules work may help explain why some online blackjack games operate differently from others. This includes dealer hit and stand rules, dealing order, blackjack variants, and table-specific rule changes.
What Are Blackjack Dealing Rules?
Blackjack dealing rules determine:
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06
Jun
Alexander Zverev and Flavio Cobolli will meet in the 2026 French Open men's final at Roland Garros. Zverev enters the championship match as the favourite after another strong clay-court campaign, while Cobolli has produced the best Grand Slam result of his career to reach his first major final.
The matchup features one of the ATP Tour's most established contenders against a player enjoying a breakthrough season. With the French Open title on the line, attention now turns to the latest betting odds and key markets ahead of Sunday's final in Paris.
Zverev vs Cobolli Betting Odds
Below, you can find the latest...
04
Jun
The 21+3 side bet in blackjack is an additional wager that combines elements of blackjack and poker. It is based on the player’s first two cards and the dealer’s upcard, forming a three-card hand.
While standard blackjack focuses on reaching a hand value close to 21, the 21+3 side bet is settled separately and depends on whether those three cards form specific poker-style combinations.
This blog explains what 21+3 blackjack is, how it works, the types of hands that qualify, and how 21+3 blackjack payouts are typically structured.
What Is 21+3 in Blackjack?
In blackjack, the term “21+3” refers to:
The player’s two...
03
Jun
Fixed odds betting in football refers to placing a bet at a set price that does not change once the wager is confirmed. It is commonly used across football betting markets, including match results, goals, and player-based selections.
This type of betting is widely applied across domestic leagues and international competitions. The way markets are structured can vary depending on the competition format. For example, various football leagues differ for bettors across Europe, with each country’s league having different scoring trends.
Understanding how fixed odds betting football works helps explain how prices are displayed and how returns are calculated.
What Does Fixed...
22
May
Twenty-two years on from the Invincibles, Arsenal arrive at Selhurst Park as Premier League champions again – the title sealed on Tuesday night when Manchester City could only draw 1-1 at Bournemouth.
Matchweek 38 of the Premier League on Sunday 24 May at 16:00 BST now serves as a low stakes warm down, with a Champions League final against PSG in Budapest six days later weighing on every Arteta selection call.
Crystal Palace, 15th in the PL table, have their own date with European silverware against Rayo Vallecano in the Conference League final three days after this, and will likely be...