Football betting is by far the most popular type of betting at bookmakers, both because of the popularity of the sport and the wide variety of betting markets that can be very lucrative. Betting on the result is very rare among professional bettors, as these other factors are more predictable.
Here, we will discuss seven alternative betting markets that can offer good chances of success. It is worth remembering that when using a bookmaker on your cell phone, such as the 1xBet mobile version, the chances are even greater, as smartphones offer the speed needed to always bet at the right moment.
Corners
The corner market has always been among the most popular among those who like to place constant and informed bets. There are even platforms specializing in statistics in this area, such as Total Corner. This type of bet is profitable because the analysis takes into account several objective factors:
- The average number of corners conceded and taken by teams in recent matches.
- The characteristics of the wing players, who may be good dribblers or cross a lot of balls into the box.
- The characteristics of the goalkeepers, who may palm more balls over the goal line.
- The importance of the match and the teams’need to score goals.
- The difference in technical level between the two teams.
- The moment of the match, such as when a team needs to press for a result.
Corner bets are placed in an Over/Under format. Usually, the best time to place bets is at the end of matches, as you will have an accurate idea of each team’s needs and, consequently, whether they will attack a lot in search of goals.
Cards
The card market also operates in an Over/Under format and has several statistics available to study the lines in each match. This includes the mood of the players, the importance of the match, whether the referee is more strict or conservative, the rivalry between the teams and players, and the mood of the teams.
In addition to Over/Under, the corner market also allows bets on specific players. By betting that two specific players will be booked during the game, it is possible to get very high odds. Therefore, it is worth noting if two athletes who will be on the field already have a history of fighting.
Shots on goal
The shots on goal market is divided into two types, and bets are always placed on the total number of shots by a specific player. Obviously, the odds for shots by forwards are lower. So, it may be worth betting on defenders, especially taller ones who tend to head the ball well from side kicks and corner kicks. It is essential to understand the difference between the two types:
| Type of bet | What it is |
| Shots | The shots market counts any attempt to shoot at goal, regardless of whether the ball goes wide, hits the crossbar, is saved by the goalkeeper, or is intercepted. |
| Shots on Target | In this case, the shot must hit the goal, counting balls that enter the goal, those that are saved, and those that are intercepted near the line. |
Handicap
In handicap betting, an imaginary advantage is given to one of the teams, and the bet is placed on the winner of the match, considering this prior margin. Therefore, it is a good type of bet for when the difference between the two teams is very large, making it possible to bet on the favourite team with higher odds, especially in handicap lines that give these teams a prior disadvantage.
There are two types of handicap, European and Asian. In the first case, all numbers are round, and the bet is always won or lost. In the second case, the lines can be fractional, and there is the possibility of the bet being half won and half returned, half lost and half returned, and several other possibilities.
Both teams to score
As the name implies, this is the market where the bet is placed on Yes or No for both teams to score goals. It is possible to study recent statistics and analyse the percentage of games for each team in which both teams involved scored goals. Yes is even more likely when two teams with weak defences face each other, as well as when there is a great balance between the teams.
Anytime
The Anytime market is basically betting on which players will score goals in the match. It has this name because at bookmakers it is listed as“To Score Anytime.”The odds for forwards are usually around 1.80. Therefore, it is more worthwhile to bet that other players will score goals. Keep an eye out for defenders who are good at heading and free kick and penalty takers.
Total goals
Total goals is one of the most popular football betting markets, and the reasons are obvious: it is a very easy statistic to analyse. In addition to looking at the average number of goals scored in matches involving the teams that will face each other, it is also necessary to analyse the lineups and the importance of the match, as well as the difference in level between the attacks and defences.
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