What “Player Goals 3+ (incl. overtime)” Means
When you see Player Goals 3+ (incl. overtime) on a betting platform:
- You’re betting on a specific player to score 3 or more goals in a match (a hat-trick or more).
- The “+” means 3 or more goals, not exactly 3.
- “Incl. overtime” means extra time after 90 minutes counts (usually only relevant in cup competitions where extra time is played if the game ends in a draw).
- Penalty shootouts do not count unless stated otherwise.
This bet is about an individual player’s performance, not the team.
Example with a Team & Player
Let’s use Manchester City and Erling Haaland:
| Match | Player | Your Bet | Final Stats | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Man City vs Nottingham Forest (FA Cup) | Erling Haaland | Player Goals 3+ (incl. overtime) | Haaland scores 3 goals in 85 minutes | Win |
| Man City vs Chelsea (Carabao Cup) | Erling Haaland | Player Goals 3+ (incl. overtime) | Haaland scores 2 in 90 minutes + 1 in extra time | Win (3 total) |
| Man City vs Real Madrid (UCL) | Erling Haaland | Player Goals 3+ (incl. overtime) | Haaland scores 2 in total (one in normal time, one in extra) | Lose (only 2 total) |
Key Details
- If Haaland scores 3 or more at any time during normal time or extra time → your bet wins.
- If he scores only 2 or fewer → your bet loses.
- Penalty shootout goals (after extra time) usually don’t count.
Betting Tips
Pick High-Scoring Players
- Choose forwards who have a history of scoring multiple goals (Erling Haaland, Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé).
- Avoid midfielders/defenders unless they take penalties or free kicks regularly.
Look at the Opponent
- Players are more likely to score 3+ goals against weaker defenses (e.g., top striker vs. lower-league side in a cup).
- Check injuries/suspensions in the opposing team’s defense.
Check Match Context
- Cup matches with weaker opposition can produce hat-tricks.
- Extra time is a bonus – your player gets up to 120 minutes to score.
Use Stats
- Look at a player’s recent goal stats (how often they score 2+ or 3+).
- Check if they’re the main penalty taker.
Stake Small
- Odds for Player Goals 3+ are usually high (sometimes 10.00+ / 9/1).
- It’s a high-risk, high-reward bet – only bet small amounts.
Example Betting Scenario
- Fixture: PSG vs Clermont (French Cup)
- Player: Kylian Mbappé
- Bet: Player Goals 3+ (incl. overtime) at odds 7.00
- Result: Mbappé scores 2 goals in normal time + 1 goal in extra time.
- Your Bet: Wins (total goals = 3).
Would you like me to create a table of odds examples for “Player Goals 1+, 2+, 3+” so you can compare how the risk/reward scales? (It’s a helpful visual for planning bets.)