Every now and then, whether betting on accumulators or singles, punters take a worthy risk by including high-risk high-reward odds on underdog teams. Believe it or not, it’s hard to resist the temptation of turning small change into thousands of dollars in just over 90 minutes. A careful analysis of the potential ‘small teams’ causing major upsets against the so-called ‘big teams’ can be very rewarding. Looking ahead to the forthcoming Confederations Cup, there is a good mixture of heavy weights and underdogs, making it an opportune moment for punters to capitalise and make huge profits of bookmakers. The Confederations Cup offers that opportunity to turn those predictions into cash. Don’t be put off by the overwhelming odds against underdogs at all times, take risks and you could be a big winner at the end of the day, when things take the wrong turn, always know that you can take off the sting of losing with promotions.

Opening Match

The first game of the Confederations Cup pits the host nation, Russia against New Zealand who come into this match as clear underdogs according to many bookies. However, the New Zealand team comprises of many seasoned players who ply their trade in competitive leagues like the Barclays Premier League, the championship and the Bundesliga. The New Zealanders are captained by Leeds United forward Chris Wood, who won the Golden Boot in the English Championship. New Zealand is a very strong and physical team, which afforded too much respect will cause Russia problems and a potential upset.

 The Cameroon versus Chile game is another match in which punters can be rewarded for bravery in their wagers.

Bookies, including Betway boast 8/13 odds to Chile and 19/4 have their outright favourite in Chile. Cameroon features in this tournament, having lifted the Africa Cup of Nations in which they started out as outside potential winners. They defeated continental heavyweights, Ghana and Egypt, on their way against all odds, thus a repeat of the same eventuality cannot be discarded. The Cameroonians are a young team with top players all over major European leagues, and Chile have to be at their best to avoid an embarrassing defeat. On the other hand, a Cameroon upset over Chile is probable if recent results are anything to go by. Chile has had a rather mixed set of results in preparation for the tournament, including a dull one-all draw with Russia and a 3-2 defeat to lightweight Romania.

Mexico

Perhaps a strong team spirit can conquer. If Mexico can prove this theory, then they have a real chance against a star-studded Portugal. Mexico is enjoying a good spell at the moment, having won 9 games, drawn 3 and lost once in the last 13 games they have played. Along the way, Mexico has played some breathtaking football and new players who have made their way into the team seem to have blended easily with the experienced lot. Bookmakers are tipping Portugal to edge out Mexico with William Hill giving Portugal 21/20 odds for a win and Mexico 13/5 for a win. Punters have an added advantage when betting with William Hill of utilising the Cash-out promotion where they can minimise their losses before the game ends, by taking a reduced amount of cash in return for not waiting until the end of the game.

Furthermore, bookies tipping Portugal to win over Mexico are also tipping Portugal to win the group. As Portugal and Mexico are both in the same group with Russia and New Zealand, the onus to take top spot seems most likely to be rested on Portugal. However, Mexico has a real chance of topping the group if their strong mentality can defeat the quality of the Portuguese. Russia on the other hand, has an outside chance of winning the group if they can utilise home support. There are markets in which punters can select Mexico and Russia as the top group, thus with the above in mind, there is a real possibility to turn predictions into profits.