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Why People Play Casino Poker
- Let’s think about the reasons why most people play casino poker. The two main reasons are:
(A) To make money and
(B) To socialize.
- Now let’s consider a prototype “tested” in the gaming medium as just one of several options for a working poker table in the post-CV19 era. This is a standard table with glass (or plastic) dividers. This design is believed to reduce the chances of infection and/or spread of infection between dealers and players and among themselves. Similar designs have appeared elsewhere, and some are reportedly in use now that some casinos are starting to reopen.
- Despite the many questions whether this desk design is really safe for consumers and provides an acceptable level of protection in the midst of a global pandemic that has infected more than a million Americans, even at best, how “good” would it be? poker game?
- Returning to the starting point raised at #1, would a live poker game played under the shadow of CV19 be (A) potentially profitable and/or (B) social? My conclusion is – no and no.
- When casinos reopen in Nevada, table poker will be played with a maximum of four players. Now ask yourself the following:
What type of poker player would play a short gun in these extremely unusual conditions? Pro and semi-pro? Yes. What about casual gamers? Probably not. What about weak and inexperienced players? Absolutely not. Prediction: A standard four-handed game will be terrible. They would be practically invincible, with a few exceptions which will be mentioned later.
It would be like a pool where sharks feast with juicy bite marks, almost impossible to find.
- What about the social aspects of these games? Four-hand poker with a divider can be an interesting conversation in a matter of minutes, but quickly becomes very annoying. Parts where players may experience speech problems, not to mention glare problems, will ruin the prospect of a fun and lively game. Let’s face it: *before* the pandemic and crisis, live poker became uncommunicative, almost robotic by nature. Smartphones and iPads have erased casual talk ahead of the early 2020 event. Now remove half the players at each table as seating is reduced from 9/10 to 4 and partitions are regulated and poker’s social appeal is removed.
- So the game will be pretty bad in most of the situations. What is the result of all this? just drawing on the table/chair will be so important to the profit that it will be much more difficult to organize the space. Smart players will explore the space trying to find places with weak players few and far. However, a small number of players – mostly short hand specialists – can expect a significant increase in profits. But it will only be a small amount. Most of the low-skilled players who previously accumulated modest wins soon became profitable players or even lost. For almost everyone, of course in a poker market with tougher and more experienced players, the game is unbeatable. Since players’ rake percentages and reasons for dealer tips tend to increase (fewer players mean a higher percentage of the pot won), this will only add to the pressure of trying to win.
- Very few locations, games and players will benefit from the new conditions. Some markets have a bigger gap between skilled and unskilled players, and better players make more money faster with melbet. However, it can also be dangerous for players who lose players who may pass out more quickly and be unable to replenish funds. If they break up, who will replace them? So even short-term winning players can suffer in the long run, especially if playing short hands has been the norm for a while.
- When it comes to attracting new players to the game, forget it. Casino poker used to be scary. However, full games with up to 10 players often allow beginners to join in and not be forced to make a lot of decisions. Short hand games with competing blinds and faster action will not attract new players, which is essential to the success of any poker room.
So I conclude that most of the game will be undefeated. Poker games will become less social. And games can even be dangerous.
Is there anything positive? Well, online poker needs to be done well in what is now legal and/or quasi-legal. I strongly advise players to focus on trusted sites where users enjoy some level of protection. It’s a shame that so many poker pros didn’t do much to advance online poker years ago when they had the chance. Now the game will fight, at least for a while.
I am neutral on the question of a better future for poker. I just don’t know, and I can’t make any predictions, and this is coming from someone who has spent several years in all of the game’s countries. How could our entertainment and gaming habits change if these social distancing guidelines were in effect longer?
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The deal between Arsenal Football Club and Emirates has been renewed, making it one of the longest-running and most recognisable partnerships in world sport.
Both parties first came together as partners in 2006 and have since built one of football’s defining partnerships. Spanning the entire Emirates Stadium era, the relationship has evolved alongside the club – supporting Arsenal’s ambitions, strengthening both organisations’ global reach and creating new ways for supporters around the world to connect with Arsenal.
The latest deal will see Emirates continue as the Champions’ front-of-shirt, training kit and stadium naming rights partner through to 2033.
The renewal comes at a pivotal moment in the club’s history following its recent Premier League title. The new agreement will build on many of the flagship initiatives that have defined the partnership, including the Emirates Cup, which brings world-class football to Emirates Stadium each summer, and Global Gooners, which gives supporters from around the world the opportunity to experience Arsenal in North London for the first time.
The next chapter of the partnership will begin this weekend as Arsenal welcome Borussia Dortmund to North London for the Emirates Cup, with a programme of anniversary activity celebrating more than two decades of shared history while looking ahead to the next chapter still to be written. Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, will attend alongside Arsenal senior leadership as part of the celebrations.
Launching alongside the partnership renewal is a new cinematic film featuring Arsenal legend Per Mertesacker. Set inside an antique shop filled with objects from across the Emirates era, the film celebrates two decades of shared memories between Arsenal, Emirates and our supporters, reflecting on the history we’ve made together and the moments still to come.
“Winning the Premier League is an incredibly proud moment in our club’s history and one that belongs to everyone connected with Arsenal. Emirates has been an integral part of this success – standing alongside us throughout this journey and sharing in the defining moments, challenges and successes that have shaped our club over the past two decades,” the chief executive of Arsenal, Mr Richard Garlick, stated.
On his part, the President of Emirates Airline, Sir Tim Clark, said, “Over the last two decades, Emirates and Arsenal have built something that goes far beyond a traditional partnership, and one we are immensely proud of. We have grown alongside the club through changes of era and ambition, united by a shared goal of bringing people closer to what they love.
“In practice, that has meant reaching the millions who follow Arsenal across the Emirates network and beyond and creating experiences for them that neither of us could have done alone.”
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will look to secure their place in the quarter-finals when they face Egypt in their final Group C match on Wednesday at 9:00 pm at the ongoing WAFCON 2026 in Morocco.
The defending champions bounced back from their disappointing 3-2 defeat to Malawi with a crucial 1-0 victory over Zambia and will now be aiming to finish the group stage strongly. All the matches of the tournament air live on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv.
The final matchday of Group A saw hosts Morocco play out a goalless draw with Senegal, a result that was enough to send Morocco through to the quarter-finals in first position in their group. Algeria also secured their place in the knockout stages after a 2-0 victory over Kenya, bringing their group-stage campaign to a strong close.
Tuesday, Group B will conclude with Burkina Faso facing South Africa before Tanzania takes on Ivory Coast. South Africa and Ivory Coast played out a 2-2 draw in their previous match, while Burkina Faso bounced back from their opening defeat with a 2-1 victory over Tanzania. With the group still to be decided, the final results will determine which teams join the quarter-final line-up.
All eyes will then turn to Group C on Wednesday, where Egypt will face Nigeria, and Malawi will take on Zambia, with both matches kicking off at 9:00 pm. The Super Falcons will be hoping to build on their victory over Zambia and secure the result they need to advance to the knockout stages, while Egypt will be looking to end their campaign on a positive note after suffering a 3-1 defeat to Malawi in their previous game.
Nigeria’s final group match comes after a difficult start to their title defence. The Super Falcons were stunned 3-2 by Malawi in their opening game but responded with a 1-0 victory over Zambia to revive their campaign. The ten-time champions will now need to complete the job against Egypt as they look to keep their hopes of retaining the continental crown alive.
The final group-stage fixtures on Thursday will see Ghana take on Mali, and Cape Verde face Cameroon on Thursday, with both matches also scheduled for 9:00 pm. Ghana suffered a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in their previous outing, while Mali secured a 3-2 victory over Cape Verde. The final results will determine which teams progress to the knockout stages from Group D.
Matchday 3 Fixtures
Tuesday, August 4
Burkina Faso vs South Africa – 9:00 pm
Tanzania vs Ivory Coast – 9:00 pm
Wednesday, August 5
Egypt vs Nigeria – 9:00 pm
Malawi vs Zambia – 9:00 pm
Thursday, August 6
Cape Verde vs Cameroon – 9:00 pm
Mali vs Ghana – 9:00 pm
SuperSport Brings All the Live Action
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By Aduragbemi Omiyale
At least for the next four seasons, DStv and GOtv subscribers are guaranteed access to all UEFA men’s club matches on SuperSport.
This is because CANAL+, the parent company of MultiChoice, which owns DStv and GOtv, has secured the exclusive broadcast rights to all UEFA men’s club competitions across Sub-Saharan Africa through 2031, ensuring SuperSport will continue to broadcast the UEFA Champions, Europa and Conference Leagues live to DStv and GOtv subscribers.
The four-season agreement, which begins with the 2027/28 campaign, covers more than 40 countries across the region and includes exclusive rights to the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League.
In English- and Portuguese-speaking Africa, SuperSport will continue as the exclusive broadcaster of UEFA club competitions, bringing the continent’s biggest European club matches to DStv and GOtv subscribers. The agreement also restores full UEFA Champions League coverage on CANAL+ Sport channels in French-speaking Africa, alongside the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League.
The rights deal further strengthens CANAL+’s sports portfolio, which already includes major football competitions such as the Premier League, LALIGA EA SPORTS, Ligue 1, the Betway Premiership and the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026.
The agreement ensures football fans across Sub-Saharan Africa will continue to enjoy live coverage of Europe’s premier club competitions on SuperSport when the new rights cycle begins in 2027.
“We are very proud of this new partnership, which gives us exclusive rights to all UEFA Men’s Club competitions across more than 40 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.
“For four seasons, until 2031, our subscribers will enjoy the thrill of the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League’s biggest matches. Today, CANAL+ offers the most attractive sports line-up across Sub-Saharan Africa, and the acquisition of these rights is a perfect illustration of that.
“We would like to extend our sincere thanks to UC3 and to the teams at Relevent for once again placing their trust in CANAL+, following our recent agreements in France, Switzerland, Belgium, Poland and Austria,” the chief executive of CANAL+, Mr Maxime Saada, stated.
