2nd Half – Goal/No Goal (Football Sports Betting Explained)
This market allows you to bet on whether at least one goal will be scored in the second half only, regardless of the final match score.
You choose either:
2nd Half – Goal
A goal must be scored in the second half (by any team).
2nd Half – No Goal
No goal is scored in the second half (0–0 in the second half).
How It Works (Simple Explanation)
You are not betting on who scores or how many — only whether the ball crosses the line in the second half.
- Goals scored in the first half do not count.
- Goals scored in extra time or penalties do NOT count.
- Only goals scored from 46’ to 90+ minutes matter.
Example Match
Let’s use:
Chelsea vs Brentford
Bet Example: 2nd Half – Goal
You place:
Market: 2nd Half – Goal
Prediction: At least one goal will be scored after halftime.
Second-Half Score Scenario:
- Chelsea scores in the 57th minute → Your bet WINS
- Brentford scores in the 80th minute → Your bet WINS
- Both teams score (1–1 in second half) → Your bet WINS
When the bet LOSES:
- If the second half ends 0–0, your bet loses even if first half had goals.
Example:
HT: Chelsea 2–0 Brentford
FT: Chelsea 2–0 Brentford
(Second half = 0–0 → Bet LOSES)
Bet Example: 2nd Half – No Goal
You place:
Market: 2nd Half – No Goal
For your bet to WIN:
No team must score after halftime.
Example:
HT: 0–0
FT: 1–0 (goal scored in the 34th minute only)
Second half = 0–0 → Your bet WINS
Your bet LOSES if:
- Chelsea scores in 70th minute
- Brentford scores in 88th minute
- Any second-half goal happens
More Detailed Match Example
Arsenal vs Wolves
| Event | Half | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal goal | 1st Half | 12’ | Does NOT count |
| Wolves goal | 2nd Half | 76’ | Counts |
If your bet is:
- 2nd Half – Goal → WIN (because Wolves scored)
- 2nd Half – No Goal → LOSE
When To Use This Market
Good For:
- Tight matches where first half is slow.
- Matches where teams usually score late.
- Games where one team tires in the second half.
- Favourites facing defensive teams.
Avoid When:
- Both teams are defensive all match.
- Weather or pitch conditions are bad.
- Key forwards are injured.
Smart Betting Tips
Check teams that score late
Teams like Liverpool, Bayern, Man City often score after 60 minutes.
Good for 2nd Half – Goal.
Look for strong home teams
Home sides press harder late in games.
Check first-half action
- If first half ends 0–0 but many chances → second-half goal likely.
- If slow, few shots, boring → consider “No Goal”.
Use live betting
Odds improve after halftime.
Example:
- At 60′ still 0–0 → odds for “2nd Half – Goal” get bigger.
Weather & fatigue matter
Hot weather or tired legs = more mistakes = more goals.
Quick Summary Table
| Market | Requirement | Example Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Half – Goal | Any goal scored after halftime | 1–0, 1–1, 2–1 (2nd-Half Score) |
| 2nd Half – No Goal | No 2nd-half goals | 0–0 (Second Half Only) |