What Odds Bieber Scandal Sees Him Lose Twitter War?

As allegations that Justin Bieber spit on fans in Toronto continue to haunt him, it turns out he could lose more than just respect from fans; he could also lose the betting was over the number one Twitter spot.

Man Utd Top of Twitter?

Manchester United came late to the Twitter party, only launching their account in July this year. However, they had amassed almost 200,000 followers within the first day and are now boast 620,000+ followers, meaning they have European footballing rivals firmly in their sights.

Justin Bieber remains top of the Twitter with 42.5 million followers, well ahead of the largest football clubs such as Barcelona and Real Madrid (9.6 million and 8.3 million respectively) and the biggest sporting star, Real's Cristiano Ronaldo (who recently surpassed the 20 million mark).

Twitter Betting Odds

William Hill is offering the following odds on @ManUtd acquiring more followers on Christmas Day than the following: @justinbieber, @katyperry, @ladygaga, all 12/1, @barackobama, @rihanna, both 10/1, @Cristiano, 2/1.

This leading online sportsbook is also giving its customers the chance to bet on whether Man Utd will have more Twitter followers than @barcelonafc by the start of the English Premier League season on August 17, with juicy 4/1 odds on this scenario eventuating.