The betting market “Over 1.5 | 1st Half Home Team Total Bookings” refers to the number of yellow and red cards the home team receives in the first half of a football match. In this market, your bet wins if the home team gets 2 or more bookings (cards) in the first half.
Detailed Explanation
In football betting, bookings are a way of tracking player discipline.
- Yellow card = 1 booking point
- Red card = 2 booking points (some bookmakers may count this differently, but most follow this system)
When you place a bet on Over 1.5 | 1st Half Home Team Total Bookings, you are predicting that the home team’s players will be shown at least 2 yellow cards, or 1 yellow and 1 red, or 2 reds, all before halftime.
Example with a Player Scenario
Let’s say the match is Chelsea (Home) vs Liverpool (Away).
You place a bet on Over 1.5 | 1st Half Home Team Total Bookings.
- In the first half:
- Reece James (Chelsea) gets a yellow card for a foul on Luis Díaz.
- Enzo Fernández (Chelsea) also receives a yellow card for a late tackle.
That makes 2 yellow cards (2 bookings) for the home team in the first half.
Result: Your bet wins because the home team (Chelsea) received over 1.5 bookings before halftime.
If Chelsea had received only 1 booking or none in the first half, the bet would lose.
How Bookmakers Set Odds
Bookmakers analyze factors like:
- Referee’s average cards per game
- Team’s aggression level
- Importance of the match (derby, knockout, etc.)
- Home team’s defensive style and pressure
- Past head-to-head stats
If the referee is known for giving many cards and the home team is aggressive, the odds for Over 1.5 1st Half Bookingswill be lower because it’s more likely to happen.
Betting Tips for Over 1.5 | 1st Half Home Team Total Bookings
- Check the Referee Stats
Look for referees who average 3+ cards per first half — they often produce early bookings. - Study the Home Team’s Style
Teams that play high-pressing or physical football (like Atletico Madrid or Burnley) often commit early fouls. - Consider Match Intensity
Derbies or high-stakes matches (like relegation battles or title races) tend to have more first-half bookings. - Monitor Player Temperament
If the home team has aggressive defenders or midfielders (like Casemiro, Pepe, or Romero), early bookings are likely. - Weather and Pitch Conditions
Wet or slippery pitches increase mistimed tackles, which can lead to more first-half cards.
Example Matches That Fit This Market
- Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid – derby intensity and early fouls.
- Everton vs Leeds United – relegation pressure, physical play.
- Galatasaray vs Fenerbahçe – emotional and aggressive start.
Summary
| Betting Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| **Over 1.5 | 1st Half Home Team Total Bookings** |
Example Winning Bet:
Chelsea 2 bookings (first half)
Example Losing Bet:
Chelsea 1 booking (first half)
Final Betting Insight
The Over 1.5 1st Half Home Team Total Bookings market is perfect for bettors who study team discipline, referee patterns, and match tension.
It’s a short-term market (first 45 minutes), offering quick results — ideal for live and pre-match bettors who love action early in the game.