BTTS Variant Bets
The BTTS bet can be quite a simple market to place bets on but many betting sites also offer some variant bets which offer higher odds but make it a little trickier to be successful. These bets include:
The straightforward original BTTS bet simply requires bettors to predict whether both teams will score before the end of the match. The odds are quite low for this one which is why many bettors may want to choose a slightly more difficult variant for better odds.
This is a slightly harder variant bet in which you have to predict whether both teams will score or not and choose the winning team. There are six different options available for this bet:
- Yes and Home Win
- Yes and Away Win
- Yes and Draw
- No and Home Win
- No and Away Win
- No and Draw
The options with ‘yes’ mean that you think both teams will score, whereas ‘no’ means you think they won’t score and you also have to choose whether the match will end in a draw or if the home or away team will win. This is more difficult to predict but these options will provide you with higher odds if you are feeling confident on a certain outcome.
- BTTS in First Half / Second Half
If you think both teams will score in the first half or second half but not in both halves, you can place a bet on which half you think they will score in. If you predict BTTS in the first half and both teams do score you will win, but if they also both score in the second half you will lose. This is a risky bet if you think both teams will score but don’t know when as it is more specific.
This is another popular BTTS bet which really adds to the thrill of what you think may be a high scoring game. Bettors can place bets on BTTS in both halves meaning you think both teams will score at least one goal in both the first and second half. This bet will also provide higher odds if you choose to put on a ‘no’ bet in the second half after a goal scoring fest in the first half. If both teams fail to score in the second half, you should expect to see some fantastic rewards.
The BTTS and Over/Under bet is also a popular combination as not only do you have to predict that both teams will score in the match but you also have to bet on the amount of goals scored and hope you are correct to come away with a win.
If you are confident that both teams will score 2 or more goals, you can upgrade your BTTS bet to this one. Both teams have to score at least twice for you to win the bet but if they both only score once you will lose the bet.
BTTS Accumulators
Multiple BTTS bets can be added to an accumulator on various betting sites or alternatively you can add a variety of markets to your betslip such as first player to score, correct result and many more of your choice. Using BTTS bets in an accumulator has become a popular choice for many bettors as it may be deemed as less difficult to decide on if both teams will score compared to the final result of the match.
An accumulator bet will offer you higher odds and a potentially bigger payout if you are successful. All of the variant bets listed above are available to place on an accumulator and depending how confident you are on the outcome of the match and the more obscure the variant you choose, the higher the reward if you win.
BTTS Betting Tips
Although the BTTS bet sounds pretty straightforward, it still requires plenty of knowledge and strategy for bettors to have a good chance of success. Here are some essential betting tips to help you with the BTTS bet:
To place an educated BTTS bet, it is wise to do plenty of research on both teams to ensure you have all the relevant information. You should look at their recent performances and results, checking how many goals they have scored and conceded as well as take a look at their head to head statistics which will help you decide whether you think both teams will score or not.
It is also a good idea to research the style of play of both teams, whether they like to go on the attack or sit back and defend and counter attack. For example, Manchester City is an attacking side whereas a team like Luton tend to defend until they see an opportunity for attack.
It is vital that you keep up to date with all the latest team news and injuries as a player that is known for their skill and playmaking may not be available which can affect a team’s overall performance. A team may be missing their star striker or a team’s strongest defender may have just returned from injury and there are lots of different factors that can affect the outcome of a match.
To summarise, the BTTS bet is a very popular bet available at all bookmakers and online betting sites that offers more excitement for a football match in which you think there will be at least one goal scored by both teams. There are other variants available for the BTTS bet including goals in both halves, BTTS and win and so much more.
Bettors are advised to do plenty of research and keep up to date with the news on each team which can make a difference to the success of your bets. You can also add the BTTS bet to an accumulator which can boost your odds if you win but provides more of a risk. This is everything you needed to know before you place a Both Teams To Score bet on any football match of your choice.
