Although it’s not the fiercest rivalry in England, Tottenham vs Chelsea is a London derby, and such, duels between these two are always interesting. Sunday’s game too is supposed to be very exciting, as both teams pack a lot of talent on the roster. However, the Blues just haven’t been showing it. Maybe that changes this weekend?

Tottenham vs Chelsea Odds

*Odds taken from bet365 on Thursday, February 23, 2023.

When, Where, and How to Watch?

• Place: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England
• Date: Sunday, February 26, 2023
• Time: 8:30 AM ET
• How to Watch: USA Network

The Spurs are Flying High and They Wanna Keep on Doing It

Antonio Conte’s men are currently fourth in the Premier League, but there are several teams that could overtake their position in the foreseeable future. Newcastle, for example, have just one point less, as well as a game in hand.

Knowing this, the Spurs just need to keep on playing well in order to stay in the Top 4 and get themselves a place in the Champions League next season. The good news is that their form is great with three wins in their last four EPL games.

They did suffer an embarrassing 4-1 loss to Leicester City two weeks ago, followed by a 1-0 loss to AC Milan in the Champions League. However, since then, they’ve rebounded with a 2-0 win over West Ham in the Prem.

There are some problems, though, over in Tottenham. They got at least three injured players ahead of the clash with Chelsea, most notably, their first-choice goalkeeper Hugo Lloris. Fraser Forster has taken his place, but with him between the sticks, the Spurs conceded five goals in three games.

It’s Really High Time for Chelsea to Start Winning

Since Todd Boehly bought Chelsea, the club spent more than $600 million on transfers. During the January transfer window, the Blues signed a dozen new players, some of whom are real superstars – Enzo Fernandez, Mykhailo Murdyk, Joao Felix (loan), and others.

However, despite splashing out huge amounts of money, Chelsea haven’t been great in 2023. In fact, it’s been just the opposite. The Blues have won only one game this year, while drawing four, and losing five games. Their most recent loss happened to bottom-placed Southampton who beat them 1-0 on Chelsea’s turf. 

Despite all this, Boehly still seems to have faith in manager Graham Potter. In fact, there are rumors that the American businessman is ready to invest even more money, possibly even spending another $60 million to sign Neymar.

Tottenham vs Chelsea Prediction

Chelsea really need to start playing better soccer. Not losing to Tottenham is a must, but we doubt they can beat the Spurs who are in much better shape than them right now. That said, we think a draw is the most likely outcome.

Pick: Tottenham and Chelsea to draw

Burning Slots Cash Mesh is a game that is described by the developer as a “classic fruit game with a twist.” It makes a fine addition to the growing portfolio of titles developed by BF Games. At the same time, Burning Slots Cash Mesh delivers exciting experiences and leverages the high-performing feature called Cash Mesh.

The new game stands out with crisp graphics and quality sound effects. It features classic fruit symbols in combination with Coins, Scatters and Bonus symbols. As with most present-day online slots, Burning Slots Cash Mesh offers features such as Turbo and Auto Play.

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A Great Addition to BF Games’ Growing Portfolio

BF Games’ product owner, Piotr Saluda, shared his excitement about the recently released title. He explained that the high-performing Cash Mesh feature was well received by the online users and that the company is excited to add it to one of its all-time hit series, Burning Slots.

“Our Cash Mesh feature has seen great success and we are excited to incorporate it into one our all-time hit titles, Burning Slots.“

Piotr Saluda, product owner at BF Games

Saluda spoke about the engaging gameplay of the new slot that also features a classic theme and at the same time offers different options for great prizes. Finally, he acknowledged that Burning Slots Cash Mesh is an outstanding game that makes a good addition to the BF Games’ growing portfolio.

The New Game Brings Respins and Jackpot Features

Online players that trigger the Cash Mesh feature in Burning Slots Cash Mesh, can see “any position containing a coin symbol being held and all other positions spinning individually,” explains BF Games.

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What’s more, the players can also benefit from jackpots. If a player lands a Jackpot or Bonus symbol while in Cash Mesh bonus mode, they can be awarded a Mini/Minor Bonus or a Major/Grand Jackpot. To further boost the engagement and thrill, the Grand, as well as Major jackpots, grow progressively with each spin, building up potential for huge payouts.

Push Gaming, a leading business-to-business supplier of gaming titles, has struck a Belgium-centered deal that will allow it to expand its European presence. The provider has agreed to work with the local operator 777 Belgium and power its platform with best-in-class games.

Under the agreement, Push Gaming’s acclaimed titles will go live in Belgium. The deal will see the supplier integrate fan favorites such as Jammin’ Jars and Razor Shark into 777 Belgium’s platform. In addition, the supplier will provide its new partner with some of its newest hits, including games such as Retro Tapes and Gentleman Jack.

The direct integration is in line with Push Gaming’s expansion efforts. Expanding its presence in Belgium would allow the company to augment its overall European footprint. It follows recent deals with other notable companies, including Skybet and NetBet.

In January, Push Gaming also teamed up with Circus.be, further consolidating its presence in Belgium. The supplier has more partnerships planned for the upcoming months and will reveal more details at a later date.

The Deal Is in Line with Push Gaming’s Expansion Efforts

Jean-Christophe Choffray, head of gaming at 777 Belgium commented on the agreement. He emphasized that his team is always looking to supply players with the most entertaining and engaging experiences available in the market.

Choffray noted that he is excited to continue this strategy by welcoming Push Gaming to the 777 Belgium family. He added that this partnership highlights the operator’s dedication to providing quality content to its customers.

We are also proud to be able to deliver Push Gaming’s titles into the Belgian market and we are excited to see players’ reception to its portfolio.

Jean-Christophe Choffray, head of gaming, 777 Belgium

Meanwhile, Fiona Hickey, Push Gaming’s director of new business and markets said that her company is delighted to join forces with 777 Belgium and provide the operator with games. According to her, the agreement represents her company’s goal of providing leading operators with hit gaming titles.

Our continued expansion in regulated markets reflects our overall growth as we continue to provide players with innovative hit releases that they can enjoy with more operators than ever before.

Fiona Hickey, director of new business and markets, Push Gaming

Push Gaming is one of the best-known suppliers of gaming content in Europe. The company’s games are already available to players of some of the most notable local casino companies. Some of Push Gaming’s most popular partners include companies and brands such as LeoVegas, Entain, 32red, 888, Casumo, Betsson, Svenska Spel and Skybet.

Navarro has become part of an impressive ambassador team with members Ian Simpson, Vivian Saliba, Kara Scott, and Alexandre Mantovani

Navarro Started Her Poker Career in 2007-2008

Lucia Navarro is a professional poker player who has achieved notable success in both live and online poker tournaments. She was born in Novelda, Alicante, Spain, and started playing poker in 2007-2008.

According to her reports, Lucia Navarro had a keen interest in playing card games since childhood. She would often pester her family members to play all kinds of card games with her. As time passed, Navarro’s interest in card games became more focused on poker, and she began playing professionally in 2013.

Navarro was particularly skilled at online cash games but would occasionally visit her local casino to play more cash games and the occasional tournament. Her first significant win came in the form of a $22,000 payout after winning a CNP Valencia Main Event. In 2015, Navarro moved to London and began frequenting the Victoria Casino, where she kept winning.

Her success continued, and in 2019 she won the CNP Alicante Main Event and took home the grand prize of $35,000. Navarro is the first female player to win two CNP titles.

Navarro also recorded two cash prizes at the 2022 World Series of Poker, earning $2,638 after finishing 66th in the Ladies Championship and $46,800 for finishing in 241st place in the WSOP Main Event.

Lucia Navarro Excited to Prioritize Player Experience and Skill Development

In a video announcing her appointment as 888poker ambassador, Lucia Navarro expressed her excitement about the new partnership:

For me, it is a privilege to be an ambassador for 888poker. I am super happy. It’s been a pleasant surprise because it is a company that cares a lot about the good experience of the player in the room. It is like they look out for the player a lot and I like that. I also take it as a recognition of my career and the hard work I have done.

Lucia Navarro, ambassador, 888poker

Navarro brings to 888poker a vibrant YouTube channel. She also has an avid fan base on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. Navarro’s YouTube channel has been steadily gaining popularity, as she offers a unique glimpse into the life of a professional poker player through her lifestyle vlogs. Her videos offer an engaging and informative look into the daily routines and experiences of a successful poker player.

Looking ahead to the future, Lucia Navarro is determined to enhance her skills in the area of online cash games, which is her area of expertise. Rather than focusing solely on results, Navarro wants to prioritize the process of improving her game. In addition, she aims to broaden her horizons by honing her tournament skills.

The company is confident that Stoiximan makes for a perfect partner in the local Greek market which was reregulated several years back. Stoiximan is also operated by Kaizen Gaming, a respected and trusted brand.

Taking Great Products to Local Market

Spinomenal will be able to bring a variety of excellent games to local players with additions such as Demi Gods II, Book of Rampage, Wolf Fang, Poseidon’s Ring and Book of Rebirth, all of which are heavily steeped in mythology and are bound to appeal to Greek players.

Stoiximan has welcomed the opportunity to significantly expand its library of games and give players a product that is of high quality and adequately focuses on the needs of the market. Commenting on this opportunity Spinomenal CEO Lior Shvartz said:

The Greek market is a mature but still highly attractive market that we are very pleased to finally be entering, partnered with Stoiximan, who share our fervent passion for creating fun and unique customer experiences.

Spinomenal CEO Lior Shvartz

The partnership was similarly welcomed by Stoiximan product manager Dimokratis Papadimos who confirmed that the company is determined to offer players the best possible experience. This comes as part of a safe gaming environment which is a core priority for the operator.

The market launch follows a little over a month since Spinomenal secured its Greek license in January 2023. The supplier has been building up in the meantime, entering a content partnership with PokerStars in the United Kingdom as the popular card room seeks to further expand its content portfolio in the iGaming vertical in the country. Spinomenal obtained its UK license in August 2022 and launched in PokerStars in February 2023.

This gives a fresh perspective on how big web3 and blockchain gaming technologies have become over the past months. According to DappRadar, there were more than 773,000 unique active wallets in January 2023, a number that is still slightly behind the results from December 2022 when gaming wallets were estimated at 767,000.

Blockchain Gaming Is on the Rise

In other words, DappRadar claims that half of what is happening on the blockchain is associated with gaming. Some projects have been particularly popular, too, with Axie Infinity, a Web3 game, and The Sandbox, a metaverse platform, proving exceptional initiatives and drivers of interest.

According to DappRadar, the reason why blockchain gaming is picking right now is that a lot of these Web3 games are actually making it into the mainstream. The games used to be a niche, but they are now proving to the mass gamer that they bring value and offer a variety of captivating features and gameplay that is usually associated with quality products.

Many of these games are also available for free, which is another contributing factor. Axie Infinity, for example, allows players to earn in-game currency that has real-world value. Some players in the Philippines were able to cash in on their Axie Infinity and buy real estate while the government debated whether it should tax their earnings.

In the meantime, DappRadar offered a quick comparison of the top gaming protocols by the number of unique active wallets, juxtaposing December, and January’s results. WAX stood on top of that chart with 331,000 active wallets in January and 332,000 active wallets in December, so a small overall dip in the number of players by 0.09%.

Still, Hive, another protocol, surged on monthly basis by 16% to 183,000 in January compared to 156,000 in December. Polygon hit 138,000 active wallets in January, up 11.29%, from 124,000 in December last year. BNB Chain saw the biggest contraction in overall number with 97,000 active wallets in January as opposed to 130,000 wallets in December.

Web3 to Be Even Bigger as Regulatory Opposition Lessens

Part of this success is also owing to the increase in metaverse projects in the first month. Despite major losses across their metaverse divisions, companies such as Meta have beckoned that they are confident in the vertical’s future success.

Tencent has just hosted its Web3 summit in Singapore, defying Chinese restrictions on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology, which is beginning to crack as the recently proposed consultation rules in Hong Kong suggest.

Nexus Roulette is a game that is built with the player in mind and offers exciting showmanship and core gameplay inspired by the classic version of the game. OnAir Entertainment has gone the extra mile to build a studio environment that the company describes as “futuristic” and that is optimized to guarantee an immersive gaming experience.

Nexus Roulette Becomes Latest OnAir Entertainment Addition

The gaming experience takes action across four roulette wheels which have the opportunity to land a solid payout of 5,000. To help consumers feel more involved, the games come with real-time percentages of user bets, giving players the opportunity to keep a close eye on the action.

As is OnAir Entertainment’s custom, partner operators will be able to ask for specific digital branding to promote brand awareness. The game can be further customized to meet specific needs. Nexus Roulette is hailed as a fresh touch to the live casino vertical, the company says.

OnAir Entertainment director of business development Seval Kaya has welcomed the opportunity to introduce yet another excellent game that stands out and meets market needs in full. She added:

Since its first sketches generated great expectations and today with Nexus Roulette live, those expectations have even been exceeded. The efforts of all the teams behind this creation have been outstanding.

OnAir Entertainment director of business development Seval Kaya

OnAir Entertainment has been moving fast as the company has set up several prominent partnerships and reached business milestones over the past weeks. Just this week, the company managed to open a brand new live studio in Romania, which features Eclipse Blackjack, Standard Roulette, and Standard Blackjack, with more games coming.

At the end of January, OnAir Entertainment similarly introduced a new title, Blazing Dragon, an advanced card game for players to enjoy in a live setting as they see fit. OnAir Entertainment has been growing its footprint and list of partners at a good pace, with the company recently teaming up with LeoVegas to provide the operator with its selection of live casino games.