What “Draw (0:3) Handicap” Means
This is a European Handicap bet (not Asian Handicap).
- You are betting on the match result after a 3-goal head start is given to one team.
- “Draw (0:3)” means you’re betting on the match to end in a draw after one team (the underdog) is given +3 goalsat the start.
Think of it as:
- Team B starts the match with a +3 goal advantage.
- For your bet to win, the favourite (Team A) must win by exactly 3 goals so that after the +3 goals adjustment, the score is a draw.
How It Works (Step by Step)
Let’s use an example:
- Man City vs Sheffield United
- Handicap offered: Draw (0:3)
This means:
- Sheffield United are given a +3 goal head start.
- You are betting that after adding +3 to Sheffield United’s actual goals, the score = draw.
Possible Results:
| Actual Score (Man City vs Sheffield) | Add +3 to Sheffield | Handicap Result | Your Bet (Draw 0:3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Man City 3–0 Sheffield | 3–3 | Draw | Win |
| Man City 4–1 Sheffield | 4–4 | Draw | Win |
| Man City 5–2 Sheffield | 5–5 | Draw | Win |
| Man City 2–0 Sheffield | 2–3 | Sheffield win | Lose |
| Man City 3–1 Sheffield | 3–4 | Sheffield win | Lose |
| Man City 4–0 Sheffield | 4–3 | Man City win | Lose |
So:
- Your bet wins only if Man City wins by exactly 3 goals (because after adding +3, it becomes a draw).
- If they win by less than 3, your bet loses (because after adding +3, Sheffield wins).
- If they win by more than 3, your bet loses (because after adding +3, Man City still wins).
Betting Tips for Draw (0:3) Handicap
- Look for matches with a heavy favourite
This market only makes sense when a strong team (like Man City, Real Madrid, Bayern) is playing a much weaker side. - Check recent goal margins
See how often the favourite wins by exactly 3 goals. Some teams consistently blow out opponents by 4–5+ goals, which makes Draw (0:3) risky. - Avoid cup matches with mixed squads
Because line-ups are unpredictable, the goal margin may not follow the odds. - Compare odds with Asian Handicap
Sometimes an Asian Handicap -3 on the favourite or +3 on the underdog may offer better value or push insurance.- With Asian Handicap -3, if they win by exactly 3, you get a refund (push).
- With Draw (0:3), you win if they win by exactly 3.
- Use it for correct-score hedging
If you’re already betting on a correct score like 3–0 or 4–1, Draw (0:3) can sometimes be a safer alternative.
Quick Recap Table
| Bet Type | What Needs to Happen |
|---|---|
| Draw (0:3) | Favourite wins by exactly 3 goals |
| Team A (0:3) Win | Favourite wins by 4+ goals (after +3) |
| Team B (0:3) Win | Favourite wins by less than 3 or loses |
Would you like me to also show how this differs from Asian Handicap +3 (which is slightly safer)?