What is Corner Handicap Betting?
Corner Handicap Betting works the same way as goal handicaps but applies to corners won, not goals scored.
Bookmakers “handicap” one team by adding or subtracting a certain number of corners. This levels the playing field when one team is expected to win more corners.
- Positive Handicap (+): Extra corners are added to the underdog team.
- Negative Handicap (–): Corners are subtracted from the favourite team.
You then bet on which side wins after the handicap is applied.
Types of Corner Handicap Markets
| Market | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Corner Handicap -1 | Favourite must win by at least 2 corners for the bet to win. |
| Corner Handicap +2 | Underdog can lose by up to 1 corner or win more corners. |
| Asian Corner Handicap | Similar but stakes refunded if the result equals the handicap. |
Example with a Real Team
Let’s use Liverpool vs. Luton Town as an example.
- Liverpool are attacking and usually get more corners.
- Bookmaker sets:
- Liverpool -3 Corner Handicap
- Luton Town +3 Corner Handicap
Scenario A:
- Actual Corners: Liverpool 9 – 4 Luton
- Apply Handicap:
- Liverpool = 9 – 3 = 6
- Luton = 4 + 3 = 7
- Luton wins on handicap (7 > 6)
If you bet on Luton +3 corners, your bet wins.
If you bet on Liverpool -3 corners, your bet loses.
Scenario B:
- Actual Corners: Liverpool 10 – 4 Luton
- Apply Handicap:
- Liverpool = 10 – 3 = 7
- Luton = 4 + 3 = 7
- Draw on handicap (7 = 7)
If this is a European Handicap, your bet is lost if you picked either team.
If this is an Asian Handicap, your stake is refunded.
Betting Tips for Corner Handicap
Research Team Playing Style
- Teams that attack a lot (Liverpool, Man City, Bayern) win more corners.
- Defensive teams (Luton, Burnley) win fewer corners.
Check Home vs Away Stats
- Some teams take significantly more corners at home than away.
Match Context
- If a strong team is already winning comfortably, they may take fewer corners late in the match.
- Underdogs chasing the game can rack up unexpected corners.
Use Stats Websites
- Look at average corners per game (for and against) over last 5–10 matches.
- Also check referee tendencies (some refs blow for more fouls, stopping corner chances).
Consider Asian Handicaps for Safety
- If you’re unsure, Asian corner handicap gives you push/refund protection on draws.
Quick Betting Example Table
| Bet | Handicap | Actual Corners | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool -2 | 9-4 | (9-2)=7 vs 4 | Win |
| Liverpool -3 | 9-4 | (9-3)=6 vs 4 | Lose |
| Luton +3 | 9-4 | 4+3=7 vs 9 | Win |
Would you like me to also explain the Asian Corner Handicap version (with refund/push rules) in a separate section? (It’s slightly different and gives you safer options.)