1. What “1st Half – 1X2 & GG/NG” Means
It’s a combo bet for the first half only.
- 1X2: You bet on the result of the first half:
- 1 = Home team leads at halftime
- X = Draw at halftime
- 2 = Away team leads at halftime
- GG/NG (Both Teams to Score):
- GG = Both teams score at least one goal in the first half.
- NG = One or both teams fail to score in the first half.
When combined, you’re picking both:
- Who’s ahead/drawn at halftime
- And whether both teams will score (or not) in that first half
2. How the Market Works
Example options in a sportsbook for “1st Half – 1X2 & GG/NG”:
| Bet Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 & GG (1st Half) | Home team leads at halftime and both teams score in the first half |
| 1 & NG (1st Half) | Home team leads at halftime and away team fails to score (or vice versa) |
| X & GG (1st Half) | It’s a draw at halftime but both teams scored in the first half |
| 2 & NG (1st Half) | Away team leads at halftime and at least one team didn’t score |
You only win if both parts happen within the first 45 minutes + stoppage time.
3. Example with a Real Team
Match: Liverpool vs. Chelsea
You choose:
- 1st Half – 1 & GG
This means:
- Liverpool (home) must be leading at halftime
- Both Liverpool and Chelsea must score in the first half
Final halftime score possibilities:
- Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea (Win)
- Liverpool 1-0 Chelsea (Lose, because Chelsea didn’t score)
- 1-1 (Lose, because Liverpool not leading)
- Chelsea 2-1 Liverpool (Lose)
Another example:
- 1st Half – X & NG in Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid
This wins if the halftime score is 0-0 (draw and NG) or 1-1 but NG? No.
It must be a draw at halftime and at least one team didn’t score (0-0).
4. Betting Tips
Research First-Half Stats
- Check how often each team scores/concedes in the first half.
- For example, Liverpool often scores early at Anfield. Chelsea sometimes concedes early but also scores.
Look at Match Context
- Big games (derbies) might start cagey (0-0 first halves) → “X & NG” becomes attractive.
- Games between strong attacking sides often produce early goals → “GG” options become attractive.
Consider In-Play Betting
- If you watch live, you can see if both teams look attacking in the opening 10 minutes, then back a GG option for the first half.
Combine with Team Strengths
- Strong home team + weak away team → “1 & NG”
- Two attacking teams → “X & GG” if you expect an early exchange of goals
Compare Odds
- Because it’s a combo bet, odds are usually much higher than just “1st Half 1X2” or “1st Half GG/NG” alone. Good for value hunters but also higher risk.
5. Quick Reference Table
| Scenario | Best Bet Example (1st Half) |
|---|---|
| Strong home team, tight defense vs weak away team | 1 & NG |
| Both teams start fast, high scoring | X & GG or 1 & GG |
| Derby match, slow start | X & NG (0-0 HT likely) |
| Away team counterattacks well, scores early | 2 & GG |
Would you like me to make a simple odds chart (showing potential returns) for these 1st Half – 1X2 & GG/NG combos? (I can create a clear table for you.)