Betting School

Football strategy

live betting

How does live Football betting work?

The live betting market is a way of placing bets on sporting events while they are in progress. Unlike traditional betting, where you place your bet before the event starts and wait for the outcome, live betting allows you to bet while the event is in progress..

Step 1: Initial Preparation

Familiarize yourself with the Teams: Get to know the teams involved in the match. Research their statistics, current form, roster and style of play.

I advise you to perform a pre-game analysis so that you can get a clearer idea of the value opportunity you are looking for in live betting

Step 2: Active Observation

Once the match has started, observation is key.

  • Match Development: observe how the match is unfolding – what is the pace of play, is one team dominant or is it an even match?

  • Tactical Changes: Watch for tactical changes that the coaches may make during the match. This can influence the flow of play and scoring opportunities.

Step 3: Identify opportunities

  • Key moments, such as an early goal or a sending off, can drastically affect the dynamics of the game and, therefore, the odds.

  • Changes in Odds: Watch how the odds change during the game. If you see odds that seem misaligned with the reality of the game, there could be an opportunity

Step 4: Live Strategy

  • Wait the First Few Minutes: Generally, it is advisable to wait the first few minutes to assess how the match is unfolding before placing a live bet.

  • Bet on Specific Events: You can consider betting on specific events, such as a goal, a dangerous free kick or a card. If you notice a trend in the game that could lead to a particular event, you could take advantage of it
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Step 5: Bankroll Management and Discipline

  • Set Limits: Decide how much you are willing to bet on a live match and adhere to that limit.

  • Emotional Control: Don’t get carried away by the emotions of the moment. Stay calm and stick to your strategy

Step 6: Adaptable Attitude

  • Read the Game: As the match progresses, adjust your decisions based on how the game unfolds and how circumstances change.

  • Quick Decisions: Live betting demands quick decisions. Make sure you are prepared to make informed decisions in a short amount of time