Redknapp & Wright Agree Euro Deals
Spurs boss Harry Redknapp and former Arsenal great Ian Wright have agreed new partnerships ahead of Euro 2012, joining the Betfair and 888.com teams respectively.
Redknapp will be exercising his tactical nous on the European Championships, having signed an exclusive deal with Betfair to give his views on the summer’s showpiece football event.
The Spurs manager, one-time the overwhelming favourite to lead England at Euro 2012, will be providing his thoughts, match previews and predictions, making Betfair the place to go for the most outstanding insight on the tournament.
Redknapp links up with leading pundit and Betfair ambassador Lee Dixon, who will continue to provide expert insight and talking points.
Kicking-off the brand new partnership, Redknapp will be taking part in a live Q&A on Twitter from 12:30pm on Thursday 7th June. Football fans can follow @betfairsports to take part, and use the hashtag #AskArry to submit questions.
Harry Redknapp said: ‘I’m over the moon to be bringing my views to Betfair customers throughout the tournament. It’s all set to be a terrific tournament, and something I’m sure the whole country will be talking about.’
Betfair’s Head of UK Sports Brand Marketing Andy Lulham added: ‘Harry is without doubt one of the most respected and popular football figures in the game, and we are delighted to be working with him throughout Euro 2012. Once again our punters are going to benefit from the very best in expert insight showing that you don’t settle for less with Betfair.’
Meanwhile, 888sport has partnered with Arsenal and England football legend, Ian Wright, signing a partnership to become the ambassador for 888sport’s Euros campaign.
Wright will be the face and voice of 888sport’s Winning Streak, a prediction game based around the results of all 31 games throughout the Euros.
The Winning Streak is an exclusive prediction promotion from 888sport where pundits have the opportunity to predict the results of the 31 games of the Euros for their chance at an £888,888 jackpot.
In addition to the jackpot, 888sport will also have several side promotions that will reward thousands of pounds of prizes and free bets so every player has a shot at a win.
Wright, added: ‘The Euros are sure to be a closely fought contest this summer. So many teams will fancy their chances, and going through the fixtures and making my predictions brought up a few interesting contests.’
‘I’m always asked who I think is going to win, and going through the process of selecting my picks matched my initial thoughts! There are some tough groups, but I’m happy with the predictions I’ve made! £888,888 is a lot of money to win, and will get the amateur pundits across the land thinking long and hard about the Euros, and who is going to go all the way! It may show it’s not as easy being a pundit as it looks!’
