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Betting Analyst Years of Experience Icon18+ years experience
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Emanuel Roșu studied public administration but only to have a degree in something. He was always passionate about football. Writing about it, that is, as we've seen him play and he should feel fortunate he never took that road. He is based in Bucharest and has reported on Champions League, Europa League, and European Championship matches for various media outlets in Europe. He wrote stories for The Guardian, BBC, FourFourTwo, and many more. He represents Romania in the vote for the "Ballon d'Or", the most important individual trophy in world football.

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Team: Leeds United
Sport to bet on: Soccer
Sports movie: The Two Escobars
Sports snack: Roasted pumpkin seeds
Covers feature: Premier League coverage
Euro 2004, my first win. I couldn't believe that after so many near misses, I had finally predicted the outcome of a few matches correctly. Eight games, nonetheless. I won enough money to buy myself pizza each evening, for an entire week. I lived a high-calorie European tournament, that's for sure.
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Why on Earth? Arsenal - Middlesbrough, August 2004. Arsenal had just celebrated their historic undefeated league triumph the season before. The invincible streak was still on, with the Gunners setting record after record. But I decided to do what no one else in the betting world was doing: bet against Arsenal. It was the last event on a coupon with a +1,800 return. And in the 53rd minute, Arsenal was down 3-1 at Highbury. Needless to say what happened over the next half-an-hour. Arsenal won the match 5-3.
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Spain vs France Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Today's UEFA Nations League Match

Jun 5, 2025 • 12:06 PM ET

Rosu's prediction: Offensive talent leads to plenty of goals.

PSG vs Inter Milan Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Final

May 31, 2025 • 12:25 PM ET

PSG and Inter Milan square off today to claim the pinnacle of European club competition. Given the relentless attacks both teams have displayed this campaign, we believe plenty of offense is in the cards.

Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday's Premier League Match

May 24, 2025 • 12:30 PM ET

With the last UCL spot on the line, expect a cagey affair with plenty of bookings to follow from official Anthony Taylor.

Manchester City vs Bournemouth Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tueday's Premier League Match

May 19, 2025 • 7:28 PM ET

Erling Haaland may have gone yet another big game without scoring for Man City, but the attempts are still there. As Emanuel Rosu explains, Haaland will pepper the Cherries' net on Tuesday.

Arsenal vs Newcastle Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday's Premier League Match

May 17, 2025 • 12:51 PM ET

Newcastle and Arsenal should be a football festival, and as a result, our expert EPL predictions expect a high-scoring affair on Sunday.

Bournemouth vs Aston Villa Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday's Premier League Match

May 9, 2025 • 6:03 PM ET

With plenty to play for, Emanuel Rosu believes both teams will be aggressive, which means goals should be in the cards on Saturday.

Inter Milan vs Barcelona Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tuesday’s Champions League Match

May 6, 2025 • 9:34 AM ET

With it all the play for on Tuesday, both Inter Milan and Barcelona will be hoping to take the fight to the other team. One player who should continue to dazzle is Lamine Yamal. Find out why he's the subject of Tuesday's best bet.

Man City vs Wolves Predictions, Picks & Odds for Friday’s Premier League Match

May 2, 2025 • 2:33 PM ET

With Man City playing for a spot in the Champions League next season, you can be sure they'll give this game their full attention. As Emanuel Rosu explains, goals appear to be in the cards on Friday.

Barcelona vs Inter Milan Predictions, Picks & Odds for Wednesday’s Champions League Match

Apr 28, 2025 • 2:09 PM ET

Barcelona host Inter Milan in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal tie on Wednesday. As Emanuel Rosu explains, Raphinha should be able to leave his mark against a leaky Milan defense.

Nottingham Forest vs Manchester City Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s FA Cup Match

Apr 26, 2025 • 5:40 PM ET

Although Erling Haaland remains injured, Emmanuel Rose breaks down why Manchester City still has the edge over their competition ahead of this FA Cup semifinal.

Leicester City vs Liverpool Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s Premier League Match

Apr 18, 2025 • 3:17 PM ET

Liverpool are cruising towards the Premier League title, and they should show total dominance in their trip to Leicester.

Real Madrid vs Arsenal Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match

Apr 16, 2025 • 8:36 AM ET

Real Madrid has no choice but to come out in full attack mode early on — and they won’t be the only ones doing so.

Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match

Apr 15, 2025 • 10:25 AM ET

With Barcelona carrying a 4-0 lead, there's no reason to put the pedal down offensively in Tuesday's second leg.

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s Bundesliga Match

Apr 11, 2025 • 7:00 PM ET

Look for Harry Kane and Serhou Guirassy to help Bayern and Dortmund light up the scoreboard at Allianz Arena on Saturday afternoon, per our soccer betting picks.

Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match

Apr 9, 2025 • 8:56 AM ET

Barcelona are in fine form entering this Champions League QF match against Dortmund, and Raphinha will help ensure a halftime lead.

Arsenal vs Real Madrid Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match

Apr 7, 2025 • 8:42 PM ET

On paper, Arsenal vs. Real Madrid screams goals but as Emanuel Rosu explains, both teams may set up with a defensive posture. Find out why the best best backs the defenses on Tuesday.

Leicester City vs Newcastle Predictions, Picks & Odds for Monday's Premier League Match

Apr 7, 2025 • 7:57 AM ET

Desperation may have set in for Leicester City, but that doesn't mean they'll come out guns blazing with their backs against the wall. Newcastle has owned this matchup, and that won't change.

Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s Premier League Match

Apr 5, 2025 • 11:51 AM ET

Our Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest predictions anticipate plenty of scoring in Villa Park this afternoon.

Brighton vs Nottingham Forest Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s FA Cup Match

Mar 29, 2025 • 8:51 AM ET

Our Brighton vs. Nottingham Forest predictions expect an exciting match with tons of goal-scoring action.

Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Champions League Match

Mar 11, 2025 • 8:19 AM ET

Leverkusen finds themselves down 3-0 heading into Leg 2, but don't expect them to get shut out on Tuesday.

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