2026 League of Ireland Betting Column | April 24 | Match Previews & Best Bets
LOI TV Commentator & the host of League of Ireland Lowdown, Kieran Burke picks out the best bets of the week in the LOI.
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Bordeaux v Bath: Preview, Prediction & Team News for 2026 Champions Cup Semi-Final
Bordeaux v Bath Preview: Key Team News, Prediction & Semi-Final Insight
Classics: 1,000 and 2,000 Guineas
For owners, trainers, jockeys and grooms, the Classics are the most coveted races in the world of thoroughbred horseracing. First up in the calendar are the 2,000 Guineas, which will be run this year on Saturday May 2nd, and the 1,000 Guineas, which will be run a day later, Sunday May 3rd.
Everything You Need to Know About Royal Ascot: Dates, History & Stats
The 2026 Royal Ascot Meeting starts on Tuesday June 16 and runs until Saturday June 20. How did the Royal meeting begin and what makes it so special? Learn more in our complete Royal Ascot guide.
What Happens if Your Horse is Withdrawn
What happens to your bet if the horse you’ve backed is withdrawn from a race? Our latest betting 101 piece explains.
What is a Single Bet
Single bets offer lower risk and more consistent returns because each wager stands alone. Unlike accumulators, one losing selection doesn’t impact the others, giving bettors greater control over their bankroll, quicker payouts, and a clearer way to assess value on each individual pick.
What is Live Betting (In-Play Betting)
Learn about in-play or live betting in our latest betting 101 piece.
What is a Double / Treble Bet?
A double bet combines two selections into one wager, while a treble combines three. For the bet to win, all selections must be successful. If one selection loses, the entire bet fails. Doubles and trebles are popular because they offer higher potential returns than single bets, without needing as many selections as an accumulator.
What is a Price Boost?
What is a Price Boost? Our latest Betting 101 piece explains.
League of Ireland Lowdown with Shane Keegan EP11 Out Now!
Kieran Burke and Shane Keegan dissect a dramatic Dublin Derby, debate a controversial penalty call, and assess the mounting pressure on Shelbourne boss Joey O’Brien — before rounding off with this weekend’s Best Bet and ACCA picks.