With the globe watching with wide eyes to see who will be crowned the new world champions, it looks set to be a thriller between Spain and the Netherlands.

Kicking off at 8.30pm local time, SBS will start live coverage from 3.30am Monday morning AEST for the 4.30am start – so make sure you do not miss out!

Spain are the current favourites at $2.10 with SportsBet, and the European Champions certainly have their fair share of footballing superstars.

The Netherlands are at $3.75 for the win, and while they are the outsiders to win, the Dutch have proved time and again in South Africa why they have made it this far.

Uruguay and Germany will playoff for third place on Saturday night, with the Europeans favourite to win at $1.80 and Uruguay at $4.50.

For a full overview of the fixtures, and a deeper look at the punting options available head to world cup betting, or if you already have a good idea who will win the 2010 World Cup final then head to SportsBet now!

The 2010 FIFA World Cup is coming into its closing stages, with the quarterfinals over and done with, and the line up for the semis revealed.

Over the weekend, two pre tournament hopefuls saw their hopes of making the world cup finals dashed, as Brazil and Argentina were dealt the hand of defeat by the Netherlands and Germany respectively.

On Tuesday, Cape Town’s Green Point Stadium will see Uruguay and the Netherlands battle for a spot in the final with Holland favourites at $1.55 with SportsBet, and with local kick off at 8.30pm – SBS will have coverage from 2am for the 4.30am AEST start on Wednesday morning.

On Wednesday night the Durban Stadium will see Germany and Spain complete an all European final, with the European Champions favourite at $2.50, and with an 8.30pm kick off locally, will see the same procedure as the first semi, with SBS providing coverage for the Thursday morning start.

For a far more detailed review of the quarterfinals, and preview of the semi finals, with tips and betting options, check out World Cup Betting, or if you already have a good idea which sides will come out triumphant, head to SportsBet for the best odds and markets available!

With Sportsbet there are currently many options on offer to football fans, whether it be head-to-heads, outright winner or group combinations.

With SportsBet there are currently many options on offer to football fans, whether it be head-to-heads, outright winner or group combinations.

For an overview of the group stage of the 2010 world cup finals click on Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G or Group H.

While there may still be some time before the tournament kicks off on the 11^th of June, with the final taking place on the 11^th of July – there is still a lot for punters to work with to make some easy money.

At Sportsbet there are markets open for each region, and which nation within that region will do the best.

Australia has been placed in Asia, and is currently the favourite at $2.50 to emerge as the top nation, with South Korea and Japan second in the odds at $3.

A tougher pick and therefore more lucrative market, is the double pick of the winning nation/top goal scorer.

Currently the safest bet is the combination of Spain and David Villa at $23, while England with Wayne Rooney and Brazil with Luis Fabiano are both at $34.

Considered to be the ‘Big Four’ are Spain, Brazil, England and Argentina, and they are at odds to win the 2010 World Cup finals at $1.62, while one of the remaining 28 nations to win has odds of $2.20.

Sportsbet currently have some great specials with England having its own market as to who will knock them out of the tournament, and sees arch rivals Germany topping the odds at $6.

The current European champions are looking the favourites to be knocked out through a penalty shootout at $5, while the remaining three of the ‘Big Four’ are all at $5.50.

While Spain are currently favourites to win the 2010 World Cup at $5, it is interesting to see that the odds for whether or not the new champions will be first time winners is leaning in the way of no at $1.57 – while yes, which would include Spain is at $2.25.

Looking to be the winning confederation is UEFA (Europe) at $1.44, while CONMEBOL (South America) is at $3 – with a big jump down to CAF (Africa) at $15.

Favourite to walk away from the 2010 World Cup finals with the golden boot is Argentina’s Lionel Messi at $8.

Considered to be one of the more prestigious awards to be handed out during the tournament, the Golden Boot is given out to the player considered to have been the best throughout the course of the competition.

Spain has two strong contenders through Villa and Xavi, while England and Brazil have Rooney and Kaka respectively – with all four being on $15 to claim the boot.

With other markets on offer including the top goal scorer for the major domestic clubs, top scorer for each nation and top overall goal scorer, there are constantly new markets being added – so head to SportsBet now to get in on the action!

Taking place in South Africa – the 19^th FIFA World Cup will no doubt bring fans of the beautiful game to a standstill; from the opening match where the hosts take on Mexico, right through to the 11^th of July, where the new World Champions will be crowned at the Soccer City Stadium.

While still a few months away, all eyes are on South Africa to compete with previous host nations to produce a fantastic tournament, and Sportsbet have some perfect offers to get punters in the mood.

Having never won the FIFA World Cup final previously, Spain is topping the odds at $5. The current European Champion’s campaign begins on the 16^th of June against Switzerland, with 15 wins from 18 meets in Spain’s favour.

Having never won the FIFA World Cup final previously, Spain is topping the odds at $5.

Defending Champions Italy, are at $13, and ranked fourth in the FIFA world rankings – seem to have relatively long odds. France, ranked seventh in the world are coming into the tournament with the same odds, and after a vulnerable performance in their qualification campaign may be risky.

Sportsbet are also offering more adventurous soccer betting markets to the willing punter passionate for their home nation to succeed in the 2010 World Cup final.

For Socceroos fans, markets are open as to which stage of the tournament the Aussies will make it to before being eliminated – with the Group Stage topping the odds at $1.45. However for the positive Aussie fans, odds for the side finishing as runner up in the tournament have the biggest payout at $67

New Zealand supporters may be interested in the special markets available to have a fun and cheeky wager on. Odds for the Kiwis to win the 2010 World Cup final are at a long $751 – however with the tournament known for its surprises, you just never know.

Other markets on offer are backing the side to win each Group, which two nations will qualify from each Group, the top goal scorer for Australia, and whether or not the Kiwis will manage to score a goal in the tournament!

So to place a bet on the upcoming World Cup final, or just to have a look at the incredible markets on offer, head to SportsBet now!