Meaning of “X and Both Teams To Score – Yes”
This is a combination bet that joins two outcomes in one ticket:
- X means Draw — the match must end in a draw (for example, 1-1, 2-2, 3-3).
- Both Teams To Score – Yes (BTTS – Yes) means both teams must score at least one goal.
For your bet to win, both teams must score and the final result must be a draw.
If the match does not end in a draw, or one team fails to score, you lose.
Example 1 – Premier League Game
Match: Arsenal Vs Tottenham
You place a bet on “X and Both Teams To Score – Yes”
- Final Score: 1–1 → WIN
Both teams scored and the match ended in a draw. - Final Score: 2–2 → WIN
Both scored, and the match ended level. - Final Score: 1–0 or 0–2 → LOSE
One team didn’t score, so “Both Teams To Score – Yes” failed. - Final Score: 2–1 or 3–2 → LOSE
Both scored, but it wasn’t a draw.
Example 2 – With a Player Focus
Let’s use Mohamed Salah in a match between Liverpool Vs Manchester United.
You predict both teams will score, and the game will end in a draw.
- Salah scores for Liverpool
- Rashford scores for Man United
- Final score: 1–1 → Your “X and BTTS – Yes” bet wins.
Here, Salah’s goal contributed to the BTTS part of the bet, and since the match ended 1–1, the Draw (X) part was also correct.
But if Salah scores and Liverpool win 2–1, your bet loses, because the game didn’t end in a draw — even though both scored.
Betting Tips for “X and BTTS – Yes”
- Look for attacking teams with weak defences:
Teams that score often but also concede goals — e.g. Chelsea vs Newcastle, or Tottenham vs Aston Villa — are good options. - Avoid defensive or low-scoring sides:
Matches involving teams like Burnley or Sheffield United (that often play low-scoring games) are risky. - Check recent form & stats:
Look at the last 5 matches for each team —- Are both teams regularly scoring?
- Do they often draw?
- Derby matches are good picks:
Rival games (like Arsenal vs Tottenham or Milan vs Inter) often end in score draws due to high emotions and open play. - Don’t use this for cup finals or knockout matches:
Teams play more cautiously when elimination is at stake — fewer goals and fewer draws.
Example Betting Slip
| Match | Bet Type | Odds | Result | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal vs Tottenham | X & BTTS – Yes | 4.20 | 2–2 | Win |
| Chelsea vs Liverpool | X & BTTS – Yes | 3.80 | 1–0 | Lose |
| Man Utd vs Brighton | X & BTTS – Yes | 4.50 | 1–1 | Win |
Summary
| Condition | Needed for Win |
|---|---|
| Match result | Draw (X) |
| Both teams score | Yes |
| Example winning scores | 1–1, 2–2, 3–3 |
| Example losing scores | 1–0, 0–1, 2–1, 0–0 |
Final Tip
Use this market when you expect an open game with goals from both sides, but neither team is strong enough to dominate.
It offers higher odds (usually between 3.5–5.0) — perfect for bettors who want more value than simple “Both Teams To Score” bets.