What is 1 (-0.25) in Football Betting?
- “1” refers to betting on the home team to win.
- (-0.25) Asian Handicap is a type of handicap bet where the home team starts the match with a -0.25 goal disadvantage.
- This is also called a “split handicap” because your stake is split into two parts:
- Half of your stake on 1 (0) — win if the home team wins; refund if it’s a draw.
- Half of your stake on 1 (-0.5) — win if the home team wins; lose if it’s a draw.
Outcome Table for 1 (-0.25)
| Match Result | Bet Outcome |
|---|---|
| Home team wins | Full win |
| Draw | Half loss |
| Away team wins | Full loss |
2. Example with a Team
Scenario:
- Team: Manchester United (Home) vs. Leicester City (Away)
- You bet $100 on Manchester United 1 (-0.25)
Split your stake:
- $50 on 1 (0)
- $50 on 1 (-0.5)
Match Results:
- Manchester United wins 2-1
- 1 (0) → Win $50
- 1 (-0.5) → Win $50
Total: Win $100
- Match ends 1-1 (Draw)
- 1 (0) → Refund $50
- 1 (-0.5) → Lose $50
Total: Lose $25
- Manchester United loses 0-1
- Both halves lose
Total: Lose $100
- Both halves lose
3. When to Use 1 (-0.25)
- Ideal for:
- Slight favorites at home
- Matches where a draw is possible but the home team is expected to have an edge
- Risk:
- You partially lose if it’s a draw, unlike 1 (0) which refunds your stake on a draw.
4. Betting Tips
- Check recent form: Only use 1 (-0.25) when the home team has a good winning record at home.
- Head-to-head analysis: If past matches against the same opponent often end in draws, reconsider.
- Injuries & lineup: Missing key attackers or goalkeepers can turn a slight favorite into risky.
- Weather & pitch conditions: Poor conditions may favor the underdog or lead to draws.
- Bet size strategy: Since half your stake can be lost, consider slightly smaller stakes than a full-win bet.
Summary:
- 1 (-0.25) = Home team slightly handicapped
- Full win if home team wins
- Half loss if draw
- Full loss if away team wins
- Good for slight favorites with home advantage