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How to Read Betting Odds and Understand Football Bets


In the realm of football betting on reputable bookmakers, there are numerous types of bets. Among these, three fundamental bets stand out: Asian Handicap (handicap), European Odds (1x2), and Over/Under (O/U).

Below is a guide on how to read these soccer betting tips today odds and familiarize yourself with each type quickly.

Contents

Guide to Reading Asian Handicap Betting Odds

How to read a draw no bet (0) - level ball

How to read a 1/4 (0.25) goal handicap - quarter ball

How to read a 1/2 (0.5) goal handicap - half ball

How to read a 3/4 (0.75) goal handicap - half one

How to read a 1 goal handicap

Guide to Reading European Odds (1X2)

Guide to Reading Over/Under Betting Odds (O/U)

Additional information on team scoring bets

Basic Betting Types in Football

Let's dive into the details of each betting type.



1. Guide to Reading Asian Handicap Betting Odds

Most football enthusiasts who want to place bets on reputable Vietnamese bookmakers tend to prefer Asian Handicap bets, also known as Handicap. These bets involve different levels of handicaps and varying payout rates depending on the timing and market conditions. This section will provide detailed instructions on understanding the different handicaps in Asian Handicap betting.

How to Register for an Asian Handicap Betting Account

How to Read a Draw No Bet (0) - Level Ball

In this bet:

If your chosen team wins, you win.

If the match ends in a draw, your stake is returned.

If your chosen team loses, you lose your stake.

How to Read a 1/4 (0.25) Goal Handicap - Quarter Ball

Example: Newcastle vs. Watford

If Newcastle wins, you win your bet on Newcastle and lose if you bet on Watford.

If the match ends in a draw, you lose half your stake if you bet on Newcastle and win half your stake if you bet on Watford.

If Watford wins, you win your bet on Watford and lose if you bet on Newcastle.

How to Read a 1/2 (0.5) Goal Handicap - Half Ball

Example: Indonesia vs. Malaysia

If Indonesia wins, you win your bet on Indonesia and lose if you bet on Malaysia.

If Indonesia draws or loses, you lose your bet on Indonesia and win if you bet on Malaysia.

How to Read a 3/4 (0.75) Goal Handicap - Half One

Example: West Ham vs. Norwich

If West Ham wins by one goal, you win half your stake if you bet on West Ham and lose half if you bet on Norwich.

If West Ham wins by two or more goals, you win your bet on West Ham and lose if you bet on Norwich.

If West Ham draws or loses, you lose your bet on West Ham and win if you bet on Norwich.

How to Read a 1 Goal Handicap

Example: West Ham vs. Norwich

If West Ham wins by one goal, your stake is returned.

If West Ham wins by two or more goals, you win your soccer referee tips on West Ham and lose if you bet on Norwich.

If West Ham draws or loses, you lose your bet on West Ham and win if you bet on Norwich.

How to Read a 1 1/4 (1.25) Goal Handicap

Example: Liverpool vs. Burnley

If Liverpool wins by one goal, you lose half your stake if you bet on Liverpool and win half if you bet on Burnley.

If Liverpool wins by two or more goals, you win your bet on Liverpool and lose if you bet on Burnley.

If Liverpool draws or loses, you lose your bet on Liverpool and win if you bet on Burnley.

How to Read a 1 1/2 (1.5) Goal Handicap

Example: Liverpool vs. Burnley

If Liverpool wins by two or more goals, you win your bet on Liverpool and lose if you bet on Burnley.

If Liverpool wins by one goal, draws, or loses, you lose your bet on Liverpool and win if you bet on Burnley.

Explanation of Betting Odds for Handicaps

The numbers following the handicap indicate the payout rates for each team:

A rate of 0.85 for Everton means a $100 bet yields $85 if Everton wins and loses $100 if Everton loses.

A rate of -0.99 for Wolves means a $100 bet on Wolves loses $99 if Wolves lose and wins $100 if Wolves win.

2. Guide to Reading European Odds (1X2)

European Odds are straightforward:

"1" indicates a home win.

"2" indicates an away win.

"X" indicates a draw.

Example: