🤔 What is a handicap?
Handicap (handicap) is a notional advantage (+) or deficit (-) that a bookmaker gives to one of the teams or players.
Once the match is over, the value of the assigned handicap is added to (+) or subtracted from (-) the final score of the selected team or player.
💡 Match example Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan:
Suppose we bet on Lokomotiv with a -1.5 handicap. This means the team must win by at least two goals for the bet to win.
If you bet on Lokomotiv with a +1.5 handicap, the team must not lose by more than one goal.
If you bet on a whole-number handicap, such as +2 or -2, your stake will be refunded if the goal difference exactly matches the handicap.
⚾ How to use a handicap in your bets?
Using the same match as an example Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan.
We’re confident the match will be close, and Rubin won’t lose to Lokomotiv by more than one goal.
First, select the match and go to the “Handicaps” section.
Select a handicap: Rubin Kazan (+1).
All that’s left is to enjoy the match and follow the result. What outcomes are possible? Let’s look at three scenarios:
🤑 Win: Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan 1:1.
Rubin didn’t lose the match, so the bet won.
💫 Refund: Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan 2:1.
Rubin lost by exactly one goal. Applying the (+1) handicap results in a draw, so the stake is refunded.
🙈 Loss: Lokomotiv Moscow - Rubin Kazan 3:1.
Rubin lost by two goals, so the bet lost.
🔔 Found an interesting match with a “sure thing” handicap? It’s time to place a bet!
💡 Tip
If you have any questions about how handicaps work or need more information, contact our support team. We’re always happy to help!