There are certain things in life that are solely a man’s domain, changing a wheel on the car, midday starts in the pub, taking out the rubbish on bin night, barbeques, and sports betting. And let’s face it, we like it that way.

So it was an intriguing proposition to be invited to a night of football gambling with Louise Cliffe, Maxim cover girl, to find out whether or not girls can bet.

Well they can certainly drink, and as the booze started flowing, we discussed the form, and got some bets on.