3 – W1 in Football Sports Betting (Race to N Goals)
Market Meaning:
“3 – W1” in Race to N Goals means you are betting that the Home Team (W1) will be the first team to reach 3 goals in the match.
- “3” = the goal target (3 goals).
- “W1” = the home team to win the race (reach the target first).
It does NOT require the home team to win the match at full time — they only need to be the first to score 3 goals.
How It Works
You win the bet if:
The home team scores three goals
Before the away team scores three goals
You lose the bet if:
The away team gets to 3 goals first
OR
Neither team reaches 3 goals by fulltime
OR
Home team stops at 1 or 2 goals only
Team-Based Example (Using Manchester City as Home Team)
Match Example:
Manchester City (Home) vs West Ham (Away)
Your bet: Race to 3 Goals → 3 – W1 (Man City)
Scenario 1: You WIN
- Man City score: 1–0
- Man City score: 2–0
- West Ham score: 2–1
- Man City score: 3–1
City reached 3 goals first → Bet WINS
Scenario 2: You LOSE
- Man City score: 1–0
- West Ham score: 1–1
- West Ham score: 1–2
- West Ham score: 1–3
West Ham reached 3 goals first → Bet LOSES
Scenario 3: You LOSE
Final score: 2–1
Nobody reached 3 goals → Bet LOSES
Scenario 4: You LOSE
Final score: 3–3, but:
West Ham reached 3 first → Bet LOSES
When to Use “3 – W1” Market
Choose 3 – W1 when the home team:
Scores high goals consistently
Dominates possession and attack
Often scores early
Performs strongly at home
Plays against a weaker defensive team
Best Teams for “3 – W1” Race to 3 Goals
Teams that regularly score 3+ goals at home:
- Manchester City
- Bayern Munich
- Real Madrid
- Liverpool
- PSG
These teams often hit 3 goals before their opponents.
More Realistic Example (Using Bayern Munich)
Match:
Bayern Munich vs Stuttgart
Timeline
- Bayern 1–0
- Bayern 2–0
- Stuttgart 2–1
- Bayern 3–1
Bayern reached 3 goals first → 3 – W1 WINS
Betting Tips for “3 – W1” (Race to 3 Goals)
1. Check the Home Team Scoring Form
You want home teams that regularly score 2–4 goals at home.
2. Opponent Should Concede High Goals
Avoid matches where the away team has strong defense.
3. Look for Early-Scoring Teams
Teams that score early often reach 3 goals faster.
4. Avoid Derbies or Tight Tactical Matches
These games rarely produce 3+ goals for one team.
5. Use Live Betting
If the home team is already attacking heavily:
- Example: “Home 1–0 early” → Odds for Race to 3 rise → Good value.
6. Check Lineups
Look for:
- Main striker playing
- Wingers available
- No key injuries
7. Avoid Cup or Low Importance Games
Teams may rest key players.
Quick Summary
| Market | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 3 – W1 | Home team to reach 3 goals first |
You Win If:
Home team scores 3 goals
Before the away team scores 3 goals
You Lose If:
Away team reaches 3 first
Nobody reaches 3 goals
Home team stops at 1 or 2 goals