Football offers more ways to bet than any other sport. That choice is useful, but only if you know what each market means. This guide explains the main ones in plain English, with examples.
What do the main football markets mean?
The four markets to know are 1X2 (home, draw or away), handicap, over/under goals and correct score.
| Market | How it works | Example |
|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | Bet on a home win (1), a draw (X) or an away win (2) | Juventus to win at home |
| Handicap | One team starts with a goal head start or deficit, to even out a mismatch | Juventus −1: Juventus must win by 2 or more |
| Over/under | Total goals over or under a line | Over 2.5: the match needs 3 or more goals |
| Correct score | The exact final score | 2-1 to Juventus |
Asian handicap in practice
With Juventus −1.5, your bet wins only if Juventus win by two goals or more. With the opponent +1.5, you win if they draw, win, or lose by just one goal. Handicaps turn a lopsided match into closer to a 50/50 bet, at better odds than backing the favourite outright.
Which football leagues can you bet on?
All major European leagues and international competitions, with the deepest coverage on top leagues. A Premier League match can carry up to 449 markets on E2 Sports.
We also stream more than 100 events a day across sports, including UEFA Europa League football, so you can follow your live bets as they happen.
Which Juventus FC promotions can you claim?
As Juventus FC Official Regional Partner, we run four Juventus-linked promotions on Serie A matches.
- 100% Refund Zero Risk: new members get net losses on Juventus bets back, up to 7,777 BDT.
- Goal Hunt: collect 5 Goals to win an official Juventus FC jersey.
- 88% Back On Opposite Results: a correct-score bet that ends exactly reversed returns 88% of your stake.
- 5 Goal Frame Hits: extra bonus up to 1,777 BDT when Juventus win scoring 5 or more.
- Bet With Juventus FC lucky draw: win a trip to Allianz Stadium.
How do you bet on football more sensibly?
Stick to leagues you follow, check team news before kick-off, and compare odds across our sportsbooks.
- Late team news, such as a rested striker, can move prices sharply. Bet after line-ups are confirmed if you can.
- Draws are common in tight leagues. The X in 1X2 is often underrated.
- Accumulators multiply the odds and the risk. Two or three well-researched picks usually beat a ten-leg long shot.
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Frequently asked questions
How many markets are there on a football match?
It depends on the match and sportsbook. A Premier League match can carry up to 449 markets on E2 Sports.
What does Over 2.5 goals mean?
Your bet wins if the match has three or more goals in total. Under 2.5 wins with two goals or fewer.
Do Juventus promotions apply to every match?
They apply to Juventus FC matches as set out in each offer’s terms, for example Serie A matches or specific markets.