What is “2nd Half – Odd/Even” Betting?
“2nd Half – Odd/Even” is a football bet where you predict whether the total number of goals scored in the second half only will be an odd number or an even number.
- Odd = 1, 3, 5, 7… (any total that can’t be divided by 2)
- Even = 0, 2, 4, 6… (any total that can be divided by 2)
It doesn’t matter who scores the goals — you only focus on the total number of goals in the 2nd half.
Example Using a Real Team
Let’s use Manchester City vs Chelsea as an example.
Match Scenario:
- Half-time score: 0–0
- Full-time score: 2–1
Now, the goals scored in the second half are:
- Man City scored 2 goals
- Chelsea scored 1 goal
Total 2nd half goals = 3
Since 3 is an odd number,
The winning bet would be “2nd Half – Odd”.
The losing bet would be “2nd Half – Even”.
Another Example:
Liverpool vs Tottenham
- Half-time score: 1–1
- Full-time score: 2–2
Goals scored in the 2nd half = (2–2) – (1–1) = 0 goals
Since 0 is an even number,
The winning bet would be “2nd Half – Even”.
Key Points to Remember
- Only the 2nd half matters — ignore all 1st half goals.
- You’re not betting on who wins, just whether the 2nd half total is odd or even.
- The score could be 0 (even), so if no goals are scored in the 2nd half, “Even” wins automatically.
Betting Tips
1. Analyze Team Patterns
- Teams like Manchester City, Liverpool, and Real Madrid often score late goals.
→ Betting on “Odd” might be smarter because they tend to push hard in the 2nd half, often ending with 1 or 3 goals.
2. Defensive Teams = Even More Often
- Clubs like Atletico Madrid or Inter Milan often lock down the 2nd half defensively.
→ Matches with few or no 2nd-half goals often end Even (0 or 2).
3. Derby or Tight Games
- In high-pressure games (like Arsenal vs Tottenham), the second half often opens up with late goals.
→ That unpredictability can lean Odd (1 or 3 total goals).
4. Check Substitutions and Momentum
- Teams that bring attacking substitutes around 60–70 mins (e.g., Bayern Munich) are more likely to change the game’s scoreline — consider Odd.
5. Avoid Random Picks
- Though odds are usually close (e.g., Odd = 1.90, Even = 1.90), don’t rely on luck.
Study team form, 2nd-half scoring stats, and defensive behavior before placing a bet.
Example Bet Slip
| Match | Bet Type | Selection | Odds | Result | Outcome |
|——–|———–|————|——-|———–|
| Man City vs Chelsea | 2nd Half – Odd/Even | Odd | 1.90 | 3 goals in 2nd half | Win |
| Liverpool vs Tottenham | 2nd Half – Odd/Even | Even | 1.90 | 0 goals in 2nd half | Win |
Quick Summary
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 2nd Half – Odd | Total 2nd-half goals = 1, 3, 5, etc. |
| 2nd Half – Even | Total 2nd-half goals = 0, 2, 4, etc. |
| Focus | Only goals scored after halftime (45’–90’+). |
| Tip | Study team’s 2nd-half performance trends. |
Would you like me to include a list of teams that statistically score the most 2nd-half goals (helpful for Odd/Even betting)?