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Over/Under Football Tips

Welcome to the best Over/Under Tips. All our Over/Under Tips are produced professionally using computer data science, giving you the best chance of success.

Over/Under Tips / Total Goals Tips

On Turboscores we use sophisticated software to analyse football data so that we can produce Over/Under Football Predictions that are based on data science and logic. So before you make a Total Goals bet we recommend you check out our dedicated, free Over/Under Tip section. Here you can click on any Tip to reveal the logic behind every Total Goals Tip. This is very important as you should be able to understand clearly why a particular Over/Under Tip represents a valuable betting opportunity and on Turboscores you can rely on that, with our transparent approach using data and computer science to generate Free Total Goals Tips. It is also worth mentioning that although we can’t guarantee 100% winning Over/Under Tips, our software does all the research and analysis to make sure you have the best chance of success with your Total Goals bets.

Betting on Total Goals Explained

An Over/Under bet in football is a bet on the total number of goals that will be scored in a football match. This betting market is usually displayed as the ‘Total Goals’ market on most Sportsbooks. When placing an ‘Over/Under’ bet or ‘Total Goals’ bet on a football match you are trying to predict whether the total number of goals scored by both teams combined is ‘more than’ a pre determined amount of goals for an ‘Over’ bet and less than a predetermined amount of goals for an ‘Under’ bet.

Total Goals Betting Market

One thing to keep in mind when betting on the Total Goals market is that it does not matter which team scores the goals, what player scored the goals, or which team wins the match. The only thing that is important is the total number of goals scored by the two teams during the 90 minutes of the match. A question that is sometimes asked about Total Goals betting is, ‘do own goals count in the Total Goals market?’ We can answer this quite simply by saying yes, all goals scored in a match count towards a Total Goals bet. The only goals that don’t count are those that are disallowed by the referee and therefore don’t impact the score of the match or the total amount of goals.

Winning Total Goals Over Football Bets

If you placed a bet of Over 2.5 on a football match and the final score is 2-1 then your bet has won because the total amount of goals scored is 3 which is greater than 2.5. It is also a winning bet if final score in the match is any combination that has 3 or more goals. e.g. 2-2, 3-2, 3-1, 4-1 and so on. Conversely, any final score that is below 2.5 goals will be a losing bet. i.e. 0-0, 1-0, and 1-1.

Winning Total Goals Under Football Bets

If you placed a bet of Under 3.5 goals on a football match and the final score is 2-1 then your bet has won because the total amount of goals scored is 3 which is less than 3.5. It is also a winning bet if final score in the match is any combination that has 3 goals or less. e.g. 1-1, 2-0, 1-0, and 0-0. Conversely, any final score that has more than 3.5 goals will be a losing bet. e.g. 2-2, 3-2, and 3-3.

How Total Goals Betting works

The Total Goals betting market is always presented as a decimal number so that it is clear you are not trying to guess the exact number of goals but rather if the total goals scored is over or under the decimal number listed. Typically a Sportsbook will present a range of decimal numbers from which you can select to bet over or under on. Below we have listed some of these which you will find on your chosen Sportsbook provider.

  • Over/Under 0.5 Goals
  • Over/Under 1.5 Goals
  • Over/Under 2.5 Goals
  • Over/Under 3.5 Goals
  • Over/Under 4.5 Goals
  • Over/Under 5.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals Betting Market Winner

The Over 2.5 Total Goals is a very popular over/under (total goals) betting market and possibly the most frequently bet on. More matches have goals than those without goals so it makes sense why a bet of over 2.5 goals is a popular one. By placing a bet on match to have Over 2.5 goals means that you are predicting that the total number of goals scored in the match, which includes stoppage time will be over 2.5. As such your bet will only win if there are three or more goals during the game. The correct score of the match you are betting on does not matter and you will win if for example the final score after 90 minutes is 2-1, 2-2, 3-0, 4-0, etc.

Avoid losing Over 2.5 Goals Bet

To avoid a losing bet of Over 2.5 Goals you will need to have bet on a match the does not end in a score of 1-1, 0-0, or 1-0, otherwise your bet loses. Furthermore it also doesn't matter which team scores the goals, so if the final score is 4-0 or 2-2 your bet will win as the total number of goals is greater than 2.5 because the only thing that counts for a winning overs bet of 2.5 goals is that the total number of total goals is three or above. If the Total Match Goals are 2 and below then unfortunately your Over 2.5 Goals Bet has lost.

Pros and Cons of betting on the Over 2.5 Goals Market?

As is the case with most betting markets there are advantages and disadvantages when it comes to placing an Over 2.5 Goals bet. For example one of the benefits when betting over 2.5 goals is that you don’t have to be concerned with which team wins, as you only need the Total Goals in the match to add up to 3 or more. This removes one stressful element and also can keep the match interesting throughout the 90 minutes. Another benefit of betting over 2.5 goals is that usually the odds in the Total Goals markets are often higher than many of the other popular betting markets, so you can expect a decent return if your bet wins. But always be cautious when placing an Over 2.5 bet and make sure you have checked the form of the teams. If you need help then you’ll find it all right here on Turboscores in our Over/Under Tips. https://www.turboscores.com/tips/over-under

How to build an ACCA with Over/Under bets

If you happen to be building an ACCA that includes a Total Goals bet or Over/Under bet then Turboscores Over/Under Tips is the first place to look. To get the best Over/Under bet for your ACCA, check the Turboscores Over/Under Tips each day and you will find the largest selection of Total Goals Tips available. Each Tip is generated professionally using data science and software to ensure you have the best chance of success with your Over/Under bet selections and ACCA.

How to place an Over 2.5 Goals bet

There are several factors to consider before you place an over 2.5 goals bet and we have listed some of these below. However on Turboscores our specialist software, data analytics and 25 years of betting industry knowledge means that we have done all the hard work for you. So before you place an over 2.5 goals bet or any Total Goals bet, we recommend you check out our dedicated, free Over/Under Tip section. Here you can click on any Tip to reveal the logic behind all our Total Goals Tips. You can also check in our match previews for every match on each match day to find which Total Goals bets our software is recommending as a valuable betting opportunity. So before you place that Over 2.5 goal bet, be sure to check out our Over/Under Tips section and what Total Goals tips are recommended in the match preview for the fixtures and teams you are interested in betting on. https://www.turboscores.com/tips/over-under

  • Check our odds comparison for the best prices in each match https://www.turboscores.com/todays-matches
  • Check the scoring form of both teams in our pre match betting previews
  • Check the defensive form of both teams in our pre match betting previews
  • Check for historical scores between the teams to assess the average goal scoring rate
  • In-Play odds can be better and our free in-play tips can help https://www.turboscores.com/tips/live
  • See our daily pre match betting previews for a full insight https://www.turboscores.com/todays-matches

How to Place Over 2.5 Goals Bets

The first thing you will need to do is select a reputable bookmaker to place an Over 2.5 Goals bet. We have compiled a list of bookmakers and reviewed each in detail in our bookie reviews section, where you will also find the best new customer sign up offers and free bet offers. You can often use a free bet or sign up bonus to place your Over 2.5 goals bet, so for that go here https://www.turboscores.com/free-bets Otherwise here are the steps to placing your Over 2.5 Goals bet.

  • Sign up to your Sportsbook of choice and open an account
  • Log in to your bookmaker account
  • In the Football betting section select the match you wish to place an over/under bet on
  • Go to the 'Total Goals' section also called Over/Under markets
  • Click to select the Over 2.5 Goals betting option and the bet will appear on your bet slip
  • Enter a stake amount you can afford and are comfortable with, then click on the “Place Bet” button

Everything you need to know about betting Over 2.5 Goals

The above information should be enough to give you a good insight into what you need to know and understand about betting Over 2.5 goals on a football match. As you may know, knowledge is power and you can find plenty of insightful info and help on placing an Over 2.5 Goals bet, right here on Turboscores. From our free Over 2.5 Goals Tips to our full pre-match betting previews, you’ll find Turboscores has you covered pre-match and in-play. Finally we wish you every success with your Over 2.5 Goals bets.

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