When betting on sports, one of the main things you need to keep in mind is the score. Knowing how the game has ended can really help you make the right guess. Sometimes it’s not that obvious, especially when there is a lot of scoring in one game. In those cases you may need some help from the bookies. They should be able to give you an idea of how the game has played out and the goals scored. They may not always be perfect at this, but as long as you understand the basics, you should be able to figure out the score even if the game continues past your bedtime (and maybe even then).
The Basics
The basics of any scoring system are very simple. At the end of the game, you will either have won, lost or drawn. That is it. There is no point in betting on a game unless you know how it is going to end.
In soccer, the simplest way for a bookie to settle a bet is by putting their money where their mouth is. This just means that they will pay off winners regardless of the score. In the majority of cases, this will be the final say in the matter even if the game continues past the point when the bet was placed. Unless you are extremely unlucky, you will never lose. The key is to always bet on teams that are known for scoring goals. This is the most efficient way to make money.
Interpret Goals
Goals are often a matter of interpretation for the bookies because they are often difficult to calculate. The best example of this is the corner flag scenario when a goal is scored.
When a goal is scored, there is a small window of time where the game ceases to exist as we know it. In reality this is just a fraction of a second, but during that time the ball could have gone in for a header, crossed the line or simply went in the other direction and stopped right there. It is virtually impossible to predict where the ball will land even if you are standing right next to the player who scored. This is what makes goals so tricky to predict and why you should only bet on them when they are clearly going to score (and not count on them doing so simply by being on the pitch).
Count Down Goals
Another way for a bookie to settle a bet is by providing a count down of the goals. For example, if you bet on Manchester United to score first, and then United score, the bookie will automatically pay you whatever you bet, even if the final score is 1-1. The key to this is to bet on events that are clearly going to happen. For example, if you bet on Manchester United to score first and then they do indeed score first, you will get your money back (plus some). This technique works best when there is a lot of scoring in one game.
Draw Wins
In soccer, a draw is often considered to be a very satisfactory result for all parties involved. If you want to make the most of this result and get your money back, you should avoid betting on teams that are known for draws. This is the simplest way for a bookie to avoid losing money and it certainly has the advantage of being the most convenient for the consumer. In the vast majority of cases, a draw will be enough to satisfy all parties. If the two teams are equally matched and there is no obvious winner, you should take this into consideration when making your decision.
Include All Soccer Games
When placing a soccer bet, you should include all games. If you are placing a bet on a specific game and it turns out to be a draw, you will not get your money back. Most people do not think this way and they assume that if they do not score in a game, they will automatically win. This is not necessarily the case and you should not base your bet solely on the result of a single game. Make sure you watch all of the games and take note of the score. If you do not keep up with all the games, you may find it difficult to place winning bets if and when the results go your way.
Bet On Top Scorer
When choosing a soccer team to bet on, you should always go for the top scorer. This is the simplest way to ensure that you will win most of the time. In cases where there is less than a one-sided score, you should definitely go for the underdogs because they have a much better chance of winning. You should always bet on the best and if that does not pan out for you, you can claim your money back. This is not always the case and you should not assume that just because a favorite is ranked highly by the bookies that they are going to beat you.
Formula For Calculating Probabilities
Every now and then you may come across a bookmaker that will give you the option to enter your own formula for calculating the betting odds. In these cases, you should definitely go for it because this is the simplest way to make sure that all of your bets are going to be settled (and paid off) in the most expedient manner.
Even if you enter the correct formula, it is still going to be difficult to achieve perfect accuracy. In cases where you have entered the right data, you should get very close. This is why it is always a good idea to look for an experienced punter who is willing to accept your formula as is and is familiar with your methods. Sometimes you may need to make small tweakings to the equation to get it to balance out correctly. In cases where there is a lot of scoring and it goes back and forth, sometimes it can be very tricky to get the formula right without making many mistakes. In these situations, you may need some help from the bookies. They should be able to assist you in entering the correct data and helping you get the formula right. After that, all you have to do is sit back and relax while the bookies work their magic. If all else fails, you can ask them to place you a bet on the favorite while they check the formula for accuracy. If there is no way for them to verify the probability, you will at least have your winnings from the set bet waiting for you. This way you can sleep well at night knowing that you did everything you could to make sure that your money was safe and secured.