south africa world cup 2010 betting odds
here are the betting odds for the Next 5 Matches
Home Draw Away
Mexico v Uruguay
22nd June, Kick Off: 15:00 (BST) 13/5 4/5 10/3
South Africa v France
22nd June, Kick Off: 15:00 (BST) 11/5 23/10 5/4
Greece v Argentina
22nd June, Kick Off: 19:30 (BST) 11/2 11/4 4/7
Nigeria v South Korea
22nd June, Kick Off: 19:30 (BST) 9/5 23/10 6/4
England v Slovenia
23rd June, Kick Off: 15:00 (BST) 4/9 3/1 7/1
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