A soccer bet allows you to place a wager on the outcome of a match. It includes a win for either team or the game ending in a draw. In addition, you can place a precise end-of-game score bet.
In contrast to American sports where bets are often based on 2-way moneyline odds, most soccer bets don’t include the option of a tie and will be refunded if the game ends in a draw. This is especially true for games in tournament play.
Moneyline bets
Moneyline bets are the simplest and most popular form of soccer betting. These wagers ask you to predict the winner of a game, assigning a set of odds for each team based on their implied probability of winning. In soccer, where ties are possible, sportsbooks often offer three-way moneylines that include a third option to bet on a draw. However, be aware that this type of wager typically pays out a loss if the match ends in a tie.
In addition to the standard bet types, you can also place prop bets. Props, short for proposition bets, are bets that focus on specific occurrences within a soccer match. These bets can range from individual player performance to team statistics and more. The Over-Under Goals Totals bet is one of the most common props in soccer, as bettors look for teams to play fast and score goals. Unless otherwise stated, all soccer betting markets are based on 90 minutes of play plus injury and stoppage time.
Totals bets
Soccer, also known as Futbol in the US, has long been one of the most popular sports to wager on. With a host of major international events throughout the year, soccer betting is a big business. While the sport is incredibly fast-paced, it can be difficult to predict exact scores. Fortunately, soccer odds are available to help bettors make more informed wagering decisions.
Soccer Over/Under, or Totals, odds are based on the combined number of goals scored during a game. They are similar to the Over/Under in other sports and can be a fun way to place a bet without knowing the outcome of a match. Over bettors will cheer for great scoring action while Under bettors will expect teams to “park the bus” and slow down the pace of the game.
Like money lines, Over/Under soccer odds at FanDuel Sportsbook are rounded to the nearest cent and include vigorish. This eliminates a complicated process of calculating odds, as well as the possibility of a push (a bet that results in your original stake back). Bettors can place a maximum bet of $100 per game.
Parlay bets
The key to successful soccer betting is to be knowledgeable, manage your bankroll wisely, and have a strategic mindset. Parlay bets combine different outcomes of a single match to increase your chances of winning. While these bets may offer high payouts, they can also result in big losses. Therefore, it is important to understand the risks and rewards of these bets before placing them.
The most common form of soccer betting is the three-way moneyline, which allows you to bet on either team to win or the game to end in a draw. Some sportsbooks also offer two-way moneylines that adjust the odds of each side based on their probability of winning and losing.
Soccer totals are similar to over/under point totals in other sports, but with a few major differences. Most soccer totals will have a buy option and a sell option. A “buy” bet wins if the total goals scored in a game exceed the number listed, while a “sell” bet wins if the total goals are less than the number listed.
Future bets
If you’re interested in betting on the long-term outcome of a soccer match, consider placing a futures bet. These bets are typically posted well in advance of a season’s start and are adjusted throughout the course of the season. The best place to find these bets is on sportsbooks that offer live betting.
Most betting markets in soccer are based on full-time results and will not go into extra time or shootouts (unless the game is a knockout tournament). American odds follow a +/- format and indicate how much you need to bet in order to win $100. For example, a team with negative odds will need you to bet $200 in order for you to win $100. As the sport of soccer continues to grow in popularity in the US, the number of wagers placed on it is expected to increase as well. This is good news for those who enjoy betting on the game.