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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England vs Italy Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tuesday's Women's Euro Semifinal
Even with some injuries mounting, England can still apply the pressure against Italy. However, those injuries give Italy a greater shot at getting at least one tally of their own.
England vs Sweden Predictions, Picks & Best Bet for Today's Women's Euro 2025 Quarterfinal Match
Farley's prediction: Toone will lead Lionesses to victory, but Swedes will not go quietly.
PSG vs Chelsea Player Props for Sunday's FIFA Club World Cup Final
Joao Pedro has made an immediate impact for Chelsea, and he'll have to be at his best if the Blues want to upset PSG in the Final, per our FIFA Club World Cup prop picks.
PSG vs Real Madrid Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's FIFA Club World Cup Semifinal
Farley's prediction: Back PSG to continue torrid run of form vs. Real Madrid.
Chelsea vs Palmeiras Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight's FIFA Club World Cup Quarterfinal Match
Farley's prediction: Although Palmeiras has enjoyed a solid FIFA Club World Cup run, expect Chelsea to bring it to an end at MetLife Stadium.
PSG vs Bayern Munich Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday's FIFA Club World Cup Quarterfinal Match
Bayern has their share of top-notch forwards, but PSG has the personnel to send them packing in Saturday's quarterfinal, as our soccer betting picks explain.
Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey Predictions, Picks & Best Bet for Tonight's FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 Match
Farley's pick: The Monterrey defense will frustrate Jobe Bellingham and Dortmund tonight.
Man City vs Al Hilal Predictions, Picks & Odds for Monday's FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 Match
Farley's prediction: Erling Haaland & Co. are short-priced favorites to win their latest World Club matchup, and they should do so with ease.
Real Madrid vs Salzburg Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight's FIFA Club World Cup Match
Farley's prediction: Salzburg youngster peppers Courtois with shots.
Chelsea vs Benfica Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday's FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 Match
Benfica's resume at the Club World Cup looks far less impressive than Chelsea's once you scratch beyond the surface, as our soccer betting picks explain. Bet on the Blues at plus-money on Saturday.
Bayern Munich vs Benfica Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Today's FIFA Club World Cup Match
Farley's prediction: Kane leads Bayern to another three points.
Man City vs Al Ain Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight's FIFA Club World Cup Match
Farley's prediction: Man City runs away with things thanks to Erling Haaland.
Bayern Munich vs Boca Juniors Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Friday's FIFA Club World Cup Match
Farley's prediction: Boca Juniors hits one past Bayern.
Real Madrid vs Al Hilal Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's FIFA Club World Cup Match
Farley's prediction: Mbappe bags a brace in lop-sided Madrid win.
PSG vs Atletico Madrid Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Today's FIFA Club World Cup Match
Farley's prediction: PSG will take down Atletico Madrid and claim all three points.
Portugal vs Spain Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Sunday's UEFA Nations League Final
In what should be an exciting football match, our expert UEFA Nations League expects Spain to come out on top this Sunday.
Germany vs Portugal Predictions, Picks & Odds for Wednesday's UEFA Nations League Match
Cristiano Ronaldo's storied career is winding down, but he isn't shy about firing away on goal, as our expert UEFA Nations League predictions explain.
PSG vs Inter Milan Player Props for Today's Champions League Final
Our soccer betting picks expect PSG to drive possession in the Champions League Final, which means ample scoring opportunities for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia & Co.
Real Betis vs Chelsea Predictions, Picks & Odds for Wednesday's UEFA Conference League Final Match
Real Betis and Chelsea meet in Wednesday's Conference League Final. With both teams leaky at the back, Sam Farley expects both teams to find the back of the net in Poland.
Man United vs Aston Villa Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday's Premier League Match
Aston Villa needs a win in order to possibly secure a spot in next year's Champions League tournament. Given the recent run of form for both teams, Sam Farley trusts the visitors' motivation will be enough to collect all three points.
