How to place a "Both teams to score" bet and win

You can place a “Both Teams to Score” (BTTS) bet at many bookmakers, including Fonbet. However, the number of sports disciplines available for this type of bet is limited, usually to hockey, football, and futsal. These bets are considered less risky compared to totals and more interesting than predicting the match outcome. Here, we explain the essence of BTTS bets, practical strategies, and essential rules to consider when placing these bets.

A BTTS (Both Teams To Score)  bet is a wager that predicts both teams in a match will score goals. For the bet to win, it doesn’t matter how many goals are scored or who scores them. Even if both teams score their goals, the bet will still be considered a win.

There are two main types of BTTS bets available in the bookmaker’s line:

• “Both Teams to Score – Yes”: The bet wins if each team scores at least one goal. The bet loses if the match ends in a goalless draw (0:0).
• “Both Teams to Score – No”: The bet wins if only one team scores or the match ends in a goalless draw.

Sometimes, BTTS bets are combined with other bets, such as totals or match outcomes. Examples include:

• BTTS and Home Win: Both teams score and the home team wins.
• BTTS and Draw: Both teams score the same number of goals.
• BTTS and Over 1.5: Both teams score, and the total goals in the match are more than two. The bet loses if the game ends 0:1, 0:2, 1:1, or 1:2.

Both conditions must be met for combined BTTS bets to win, which lowers the chances of winning but offers higher odds (from 2.0) from bookmakers.

Consider a football match between “Inter” and “Atalanta.” You bet 2,000 rubles on “BTTS – Yes” with odds of 2.5 and wait for the match result. If the match ends in a 2:2 draw, the bet wins because both teams scored. The payout would be 5,000 rubles (2,000 * 2.5). The bet would have lost if one team had won 0:1, 0:2, 3:0, etc., or if the match ended in a 0:0 draw.

In the same match, if you place a 2,000 rubles bet on “BTTS – No” with odds of 1.8, and the result is 2:2, the bet loses because both teams scored. The bet would have won with scores like 0:1, 0:2, 0:3, or a 0:0 draw. The potential win was 3,600 rubles, but since both teams scored, the bet lost 2,000 rubles.

If you had placed 2,000 rubles on both outcomes simultaneously, the potential result could have been a profit of 1,000 rubles (if “BTTS – Yes” wins) or a loss of 400 rubles (if “BTTS – No” wins).

BTTS bets are simple to understand and calculate, making them ideal for beginners. While there are no strategies specifically for BTTS bets, using known schemes can help profit or maintain the deposit:

• Bets on Opposite Outcomes: Place bets on opposite events with similar odds. One bet will win regardless. This scheme provides insurance for other types of bets, preserving the deposit if the player is unsure of their decision.
• Pre-match and Live Bets: Bet on “BTTS – No” in pre-match, with odds of 2.0, and watch the game live. When the odds for “BTTS – Yes” reach 2.5, place a similar amount on that event. This method helps preserve the deposit.
• Martingale Strategy: Bet on the same event consecutively, increasing the bet amount after each loss. This strategy allows you to recover losses and gain profit over time.

These strategies do not guarantee a win. A thorough analysis of each participant is essential to increase the likelihood of a successful BTTS bet.

Bookmakers do not offer BTTS bets for high-scoring sports like basketball or tennis because such bets would almost always win. Typically, BTTS bets are available for football, hockey, and sometimes futsal. These sports have comparatively lower scoring, and matches often end with no goals scored.

In hockey, the number of goals scored is about twice that of football. Therefore, bookmakers set lower odds for BTTS bets in hockey matches.

Choosing the right match is crucial to improve the chances of winning a BTTS bet. Here are some rules:

• Choose top leagues: In lower-level competitions, analyze game statistics. The likelihood of a “BTTS – Yes” bet winning is high if at least 50% of the matches have both teams scoring. Use the xG model, which reflects the expected goals based on shots on target.
• Avoid matches where one team prefers to play defensively. For example, Manchester United often defends its lead after scoring, working to maintain a 1:0 advantage rather than increasing its score.
• Consider the match location: Home advantage is significant. Most teams perform well at home but often lose away games. Exceptions exist, like Chelsea, which scores more frequently away.
• Choose matches between teams of similar levels: In matches involving favorites and underdogs, the “BTTS – Yes” bet is less likely to win. The weaker team frequently struggles to create scoring opportunities.
• Don’t ignore head-to-head statistics: Previous match records help make accurate predictions.
• Consider player motivation: Teams will give their best in important matches. However, friendly matches or games that do not affect the standings may need more effort, resulting in fewer scoring opportunities. When players are motivated, the chances of a “BTTS – Yes” bet increase. Otherwise, consider betting on “BTTS – No.”

BTTS bets are a popular betting option that can yield a profit over time. You can analyze statistics, select matches, make predictions, and place bets on Fonbet with favorable odds.