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13 June 2026
19:45 England vs Spain
Spain
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+900
Lose
-50
Luke Littler and Luke Humphries should be the tournament winners, but they did not perform well together last year. The German crowd will be booing Luke Littler because he has already stated his dislike for the Germans. He avoids playing in Germany for the most part. The question will be: do Spain have what it takes to win? Form is with them. They won both group matches. Spain have beaten England before in the Phil Taylor days.
Spain 4.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
Eight legs is the winning target in round two. This is not the easiest draw England could have had, but the PDC have made it too easy to get to this point. Ireland's William O'Connor has said the first-round byes should be scrapped, and I agree. Spain have already had two wins on the stage, which can only be a confidence boost for them.
18:15 Northern Ireland vs Belgium
Northern Ireland
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-227
Win
22
Northern Ireland: last year's champions play the lucky Belgians, as things fell their way in the final group game despite them not playing. Northern Ireland were so impressive last year. A year on, Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney are big favourites to win.
13:45 Scotland vs Norway
Scotland
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-833
Win
6
Scotland should win this opening match for them. Norway did win both group matches to get this far, but Scotland should prevail in the end, with a scare.
Norway 4.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@-120
Lose
-50
Cor Decker should be able to pinch some legs from Scotland's Anderson and Menzies. It won't be totally straightforward, and Norway can win with the handicap help.
13:00 Latvia vs France
Latvia
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+104
Win
52
This looks like quite an even matchup. Madars Razma has achieved a bit more in the game than Thibault Tricole, and that could just make a difference in the end result.
02:00 USA v Paraguay
Draw
50 WIN
@+229
Lose
-50
Paraguay are an ultra-defensive team. They sacrifice their attacking players to defend and hold the opposition. The South Americans can hold the hosts.
Subtotal-20
12 June 2026
21:20 Wales vs Thailand
Wales
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-3333
Win
1
Wales were solid in winning their opening match and should comfortably win against Thailand. Nick Kenny needs to stay steady, and Jonny Clayton will do the rest.
21:00 Germany vs New Zealand
Germany
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-303
Win
17
The Germans looked every bit the fifth seeds when they smashed the Philippines last night. They looked a threat to any of the teams left in the competition.
20:40 Hong Kong vs Slovenia
Hong Kong
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-277
Lose
-50
Hong Kong looks very likely to win against Slovenia and take this group. They just need to guard against complacency and execute their natural game.
20:20 Latvia vs Trinidad and Tobago
Latvia
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-1428
Lose
-50
Latvia will have no problems in sealing a group win against Trinidad and Tobago. Latvia are several rungs ahead of the quality shown by these players. It looks like a mismatch.
20:00 Canada v Bosnia Herzegovina
Draw
50 WIN
@+250
Win
125
Bosnia and Herzegovina are tough competitors after qualifying by knocking out Italy in a penalty shootout. They will be looking for more resilience and will be seeking at least a draw against the hosts Canada.
20:00 Sweden vs Mongolia
Sweden
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-1250
Win
4
Sweden will comfortably beat Mongolia and win their group. Sweden have had to get things done but have had an easier ride through compared to some of the groups.
19:40 Poland vs Switzerland
Poland
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-666
Win
8
Poland will need to up their game to win this tournament, but there is time to improve. They need to win against Switzerland in a winner-takes-all tie.
15:00 Australia vs Canada
Canada
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+150
Win
75
Canada start their campaign against Australia, who lost last night to the USA. I expect this to be close. Based on last night, Canada are more than capable of setting up a final, winner-takes-all match against the USA.
Canada 1.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@-136
Win
37
Australia were not dominant in their opening match. Canada have Long and Cameron in their pair. Damon Heta is the danger for Australia, but Adam Leek did not appear good enough a foil for Heta in their first-match defeat.
14:00 Philippines vs New Zealand
Philippines
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-109
Win
46
The Philippines were disappointing last night against the Germans. I think the Philippines pair are better than what they showed. A Philippines win here would put the Germans through to the next round.
13:20 Italy vs Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago 2.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@+125
Win
62
Trinidad and Tobago to secure two legs against an Italian pair that lost their opening game is well worth a punt.
Subtotal275
11 June 2026
20:50 Germany vs Philippines
Philippines
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+200
Lose
-50
Alexis Toylo and Paulo Nebrida are used to pulling off shock wins in the World Cup. They usually feature in the World Championship too. This is no gimme for the German pair.
Philippines 1.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@-109
Lose
-50
The Philippines are very capable of beating the host nation in this match. The Germans have not been at their best in any competition this year.
20:30 Belgium vs Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+220
Win
110
Hong Kong are one of the most underrated teams in the World Cup. The Belgian pair are very out of form and have been for some time.
Hong Kong 1.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
Hong Kong are good enough to win on even terms with Man Lok Leung and Lok Yin Lee. Only a lack of game time in the world rankings holds them back from being seeded.
20:10 Latvia vs Italy
Latvia
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-133
Win
38
Madars Razma should emerge as the best player in this group and steer Latvia to an opening win against Italy.
20:00 Mexico v South Africa
Draw
50 WIN
@+350
Lose
-50
Mexico are heavily expected to start the competition with a win. South Africa will have some say in that. They will put in their best group-stage performance and hold the joint hosts to a draw.
19:30 Poland vs Portugal
Poland
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-400
Win
12
Sebastian Bialecki is one of the players in the best form going into this competition. His partner, Krzysztof Ratajski, is the more senior player.
18:30 Croatia vs Japan
Croatia 1.50
Handicap 2-way
50 WIN
@-124
Win
40
Croatia, Japan, and Spain are in the group of death. Croatia are the seeds, but it's anyone's guess who tops this group. I would take Croatia with a leg start, though.
Subtotal100
06 June 2026
20:00 Gian van Veen vs Luke Humphries
Luke Humphries
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-188
Win
26
Luke Humphries will be out to solidify his top-two spot in the game. Gian van Veen has been out of sorts since appearing in his first Premier League.
19:00 Luke Littler vs James Wade
James Wade
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+300
Lose
-50
James Wade has something to prove. He should be more highly regarded in the game. This is his chance to change public perception with a statement win.
18:30 Gerwyn Price vs Jonny Clayton
Jonny Clayton
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+139
Win
70
Jonny Clayton takes on Gerwyn Price in what looks like an even contest and is worth talking the price on the Ferret.
18:00 Michael van Gerwen vs Viktor Tingstrom
Michael van Gerwen
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-714
Win
7
Viktor Tingstrom won his opening match but that was more about Stephen Bunting and his inability to hit doubles. Michael van Gerwen should win comfortably.
Subtotal53
31 May 2026
14:00 Niko Springer vs Ryan Joyce
Niko Springer
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-136
Lose
-50
Niko Springer averaged over 102 in his win over Ross Smith, with the German crowd behind their player. Springer can advance further.
13:00 Ryan Searle vs Wessel Nijman
Ryan Searle
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+162
Lose
-50
Ryan Searle edged past Dirk van Duijvenbode to set up this clash. It looks an even contest to me, as Searle is the higher seed. The Englishman can just hold on to win narrowly.
11:00 Sebastian Bialecki vs Jimmy van Schie
Jimmy van Schie
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+129
Win
65
Jimmy van Schie has lost just one leg in his two wins so far. Sebastian Bialecki beat Chris Dobey yesterday. Jimmy van Schie has had the easier opponents to face, but that does not mean he can't beat Sebastian Bialecki.
Subtotal-35
30 May 2026
20:00 Nathan Aspinall vs Kevin Doets
Nathan Aspinall
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+110
Lose
-50
It's not very often that Nathan Aspinall is given the underdog tag in such an early round. Kevin Doets is in great form, but this is a difficult call. Nathan Aspinall is a fighter, and that can take him through.
Over 6.50
Total 180s
50 WIN
@+100
Lose
-50
I expect this to be the tie of the round. Both players are solid 180 scorers, as long as this match goes to the high end of legs played.
19:00 James Wade vs Niels Zonneveld
James Wade
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-124
Win
40
This result much depends on the form of James Wade. 'The Machine' can dictate play with some great finishes. Niels Zonneveld has seen his early-season good form average out a bit.
15:00 Dave Chisnall vs Joe Cullen
Dave Chisnall
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+129
Win
65
Both of these players are falling down the rankings. I think Dave Chisnall is the better of the pair and holds a little more value as an outsider who has won heavily in past European Tours.
14:30 Ryan Searle vs Dirk van Duijvenbode
Ryan Searle
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
Ryan Searle had a good run in last week's European Tour and made it to the final but lost to Ross Smith. Heavy Metal can go for the final day again by winning this one.
13:00 Mike De Decker vs Jimmy van Schie
Jimmy van Schie
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+120
Win
60
Jimmy van Schie played very well in his opening-round 6??"0 win. He has a fighting chance against one of the more vulnerable seeds, Mike De Decker.
12:30 Luke Woodhouse vs Andrew Gilding
Luke Woodhouse
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-136
Win
37
On current form, I think Luke Woodhouse just has the edge over Andrew Gilding. Both have recently won a Players Championship and have the ability to go all the way.
12:00 Wessel Nijman vs Krzysztof Ratajski
Krzysztof Ratajski
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+162
Lose
-50
I would have this as a much more even contest than the odds suggest. While Wessel Nijman probably has a higher chance of achieving more in the game in general, Krzysztof Ratajski is a good player at the top of his game and a threat to anyone.
Subtotal102
28 May 2026
20:00 Premier League Darts 2026
Jonny Clayton
25 EW
@+600
Lose
-50
Jonny Clayton is more than capable of making the final, at the very least. He has had a great Premier League campaign and has surprised many.
Subtotal-50
24 May 2026
16:00 Brighton v Man Utd
Draw
50 WIN
@+329
Lose
-50
Brighton have the chance to secure a European place. This is not a fixture they can rely on against an in-form Manchester United.
16:00 Burnley v Wolverhampton
Draw
50 WIN
@+250
Win
125
With both teams at the bottom of the table, this fixture has come too late to give either team hope. It should be a good match with even chances and a draw.
16:00 Crystal Palace v Arsenal
Arsenal
50 WIN
@+100
Win
50
With Crystal Palace playing in a European final in just a few days, this is ridiculous scheduling. Palace will definitely play reserves in this game.
16:00 Fulham v Newcastle
Newcastle
50 WIN
@+160
Lose
-50
Newcastle United have enough current form behind them to steal a win at Craven Cottage. Fulham have fallen away in recent weeks.
16:00 Liverpool v Brentford
Liverpool
50 WIN
@-109
Lose
-50
I think that Liverpool will scrape into the Champions League places. That will be a big dent in the chances of Brentford, who look like they have left it a bit too late for Europe.
16:00 Man City v Aston Villa
Man City
50 WIN
@-333
Lose
-50
Manchester City will look to send Pep Guardiola off with a win. Aston Villa have wrapped up a European place and a Champions League spot.
16:00 Nottm Forest v Bournemouth
Bournemouth
50 WIN
@+104
Lose
-50
Bournemouth are battlers and continue to push up the table. Nottingham Forest have shown enough flaws over this season to feel they won't come out on top here.
16:00 Sunderland v Chelsea
Draw
50 WIN
@+275
Lose
-50
Neither of these sides has shown much form recently. It looks a tough pick, and I will side with the draw. Sunderland, with their fans behind them, will get a lift.
16:00 Tottenham v Everton
Draw
50 WIN
@+259
Lose
-50
Tottenham Hotspur have the draw to fall back on if they fail to win. Tottenham have improved, but Everton have a solid away record.
16:00 West Ham v Leeds
Draw
50 WIN
@+309
Lose
-50
This fixture was a 90-minute draw in the FA Cup. Leeds United have nothing to lose. All the pressure is on West Ham, who must win. I don't think they will.
14:30 Ricardo Pietreczko vs Ross Smith
Ross Smith
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@-344
Win
14
I am not sure how Ricardo Pietreczko has won through to this point with his dartitis. Ross Smith has the game to win this and make it to another quarter final.
14:00 James Wade vs Wessel Nijman
James Wade
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+150
Win
75
James Wade quietly goes about his game with class. Wessel Nijman is always well fancied, but I think the Dutchman is nowhere near as good as he is given credit for.
12:30 Ryan Joyce vs Jermaine Wattimena
Ryan Joyce
Win Match 2-way
50 WIN
@+162
Win
81
Jermaine Wattimena is the seeded player, but Ryan Joyce can win this match. Wattimena has been in indifferent form. Ryan Joyce is a solid doubles finisher.
Subtotal-55
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