With the World Cup being held in Africa for the very first time, Paddy Power has released a number of lucrative bets for punters to enjoy. Have a bet on a Desmond Tutu (2-2 draw), but don’t mention the Bore War (0-0 draw).

Despite being the host nation, South Africa aren’t even expected to get out of their group, let alone contest the knockout stages. As it stands, Bafana Bafana are sitting on odds of 7/4 to qualify for the Round of 16, but odds of 7/5 to finish bottom of their group.

Those football crazy folks at Paddy Power have even created a few humorous bets that are certain to entice any history buffs. Bore Wars and Desmond Tutu draws will be running throughout the tournament, but, hopeful of an exciting World Cup, odds for four or more Desmonds are sitting at just 8/11.

“FIFA and South Africa are understandably painting the whole tournament with a strong African flavour which should firmly stamp its identity and charm as a 2010 memory,” said Paddy Power spokesman Darren Haines. “What makes a World Cup most memorable though is the football itself and thankfully we are expecting to see more Desmonds in South Africa than we are for the number of Bore Wars.”

Another on-field outburst from England talisman Wayne Rooney has also allowed for some specials to be created:

Rooney Red Mist Specials

Rooney to be booked for dissent vs. USA: 16/1
Rooney to be sent off vs. USA: 28/1
Rooney to be sent off at World Cup: 5/1

There are plenty of new bets at Paddy Power to check out, including a number of interesting off-field wagers for the World Cup. To take advantage of these unique bets, you can sign up to Paddy Power today and enjoy a wide variety of World Cup extras during the month-long tournament.

How Far Will South Africa Go?

Group Stage: 2/5
Round of 16: 11/4
Quarterfinal: 8/1
Semi Final: 22/1
Runner Up: 80/1
Winner: 150/1

How Many Matches Will Nelson Mandela Attend?

None: 5/1
One: 4/1
Two: 9/2
Three: 5/1
Four: 6/1
Five or more: 6/4

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