Sam Farley
Sam Farley
9+ years experience 9+ years experience
Sam is based in the United Kingdom, where he grew up living and breathing soccer, before discovering - and playing - a different kind of football at the University of Bristol. He’s worked in the media covering soccer and the NFL for the better part of a decade, and has been a regular on the Matchbook NFL Podcast. His work has also appeared in a wide range of publications including The Telegraph, The Independent, VICE, and MSN.
The search for great betting value is a daily one, and Sam always hunts out big prices with a particular focus on player props. Sam’s best advice for bettors is to track their bets on a spreadsheet, that way you can keep an eye on your P&L but also the types of bets and sports that you are most successful in. He also recommends using a variety of different sportsbooks, with bet365, Betfair and Paddy Power amongst his favorites.
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: Happy Gilmore
Sports snack: Buffalo wings
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Aston Villa vs PSG Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tuesday’s Champions League Match
Our soccer betting picks will not pass up the opportunity to bet on PSG at plus-money vs. an overmatched Aston Villa side.
Newcastle vs Man United Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s Premier League Match
Newcastle has been hot, and that spells trouble for Manchester United in their EPL showdown.
Arsenal vs Brentford Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s Premier League Match
Ethan Nwaneri should be the beneficiary of a lineup rotation with Arsenal looking ahead to a UCL rematch with Real Madrid, and that has Sam Farley's soccer betting picks looking at Nwaneri's prop markets vs. Brentford this Saturday.
PSG vs Aston Villa Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match
Tip of the cap to Aston Villa for reaching the Champions League quarterfinals, but as Sam Farley explains, this step up in class is tough. Find out how we are fading the Premier League side for Wednesday's fixture.
Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match
Even with Jamal Musiala sidelined, Harry Kane won't scuffle against Inter in this Champions League match. Expect the Englishman to once again register a goal.
Man United vs Manchester City Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s Premier League Match
Omar Marmoush has displayed exceptional finishing skills this season, and our expert EPL predictions expect Marmoush to find the back of the net.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Today's Premier League Match
With plenty of attacking fire power on display and a pair of leaky defenses, Sam Farley is backing a high-scoring Chelsea win. Find out why below!
Liverpool vs Everton Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Premier League Match
The Premier League returns to action with a Merseyside Derby and as Sam Farley explains, goals will be few and far between in this fixture.
Nottingham Forest vs Manchester United Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Premier League Match
With Manchester United coming in with rested legs, expect them to pick up a victory over a tired Nottingham side.
Bournemouth vs Man City Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s FA Cup Match
Man City doesn't have much to play for right now aside from the FA Cup, and with Bournemouth in poor form, our soccer betting picks will back the Citizens and fade the Cherries this Sunday.
Germany vs Italy Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday's UEFA Nations League Match
Germany is unbeaten since falling to Spain in Euro 2024, and our expert UEFA Nations League predictions expect more of the same on Sunday against Italy.
Italy vs Germany Predictions, Picks & Odds for Thursday’s UEFA Nations League Match
With this just being the first of two legs, our Italy vs. Germany predictions expect a conservative approach from both sides.
Liverpool vs Newcastle Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s EFL Cup Final
Despite suffering a tough Champions League exit midweek, Sam Farley believes Liverpool will bounce-back in a big way and capture the team's first piece of silverware this season.
Bournemouth vs Brentford Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s Premier League Match
Justin Kluivert and Bournemouth are in the midst of a mini-slump but have a good chance to get back in the win column vs. Brentford on Saturday, as our soccer betting picks explain.
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match
Madrid Derby's are always hotly contested and with a spot in the Champions League quarterfinals on the line, the temperature is increased. Which is why Sam Farley is turning to the 'Cards' market for his best bet.
Liverpool vs PSG Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match
PSG was unlucky to lose Leg 1 of their Round of 16 matchup with Liverpool, but our soccer betting picks see the French side overpowering the Reds and qualifying for the Round of 8 this Tuesday.
West Ham vs Newcastle Predictions, Picks & Odds for Monday’s Premier League Match
Our EPL expert Sam Farley shares several reasons why he's backing a low-scoring game on Monday.
Wolves vs Everton Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s Premier League Match
After some early season struggle, the Everton turnaround under David Moyes has been impressive, to say the least. Unbeaten over their last seven Premier League fixtures, Sam Farley believes that form will help them collect another three points on Saturday.
PSG vs Liverpool Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match
With the second leg taking place in Liverpool's fortress, PSG will apply a ton of pressure to gain any advantage. This can result in an uptick in goals fon both ends. Ultimately, Liverpool at plus money is too good to pass up.
Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match
Real Madrid historically own the edge in this rivalry, but Atletico have been hanging tough in recent meetings, and with so much on the line, a draw is the right call in what may be a tentatively played match.
