Football: Understand the Markets and Match Rules

Football markets measure different parts of a match. A match-result selection concerns the outcome, BTTS concerns whether both teams score, and total-goals markets concern the combined score.

Before reviewing a fixture, check the market’s stated period and settlement rules. Regulation time, extra time and qualification markets can produce different outcomes from the same match.

Compare common football markets

Market	What it measures
Match result — 1X2	Home win, draw or away win within the stated period
Both Teams to Score	Whether both teams score at least once
Over/Under goals	Whether the total is above or below the specified line
Double chance	Two of the three possible match results
To qualify	Which team progresses, according to the market rules

For score examples and a fuller explanation, read our Both Teams to Score guide.

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