Meaning of “NO/NO” in Football Sports Betting, followed with Examples + Betting Tips

Let’s break down No/No in football sports betting with simple explanation, real examples, and betting tips.


What Does No/No Mean in Football Betting?

No/No usually appears in the Both Teams to Score in Each Half (BTTS in Both Halves) market.

  • No/No means:
    Neither team will score in the 1st half AND neither team will score in the 2nd half.
  • In other words, the bet wins if the full match ends 0–0 (a goalless draw).

Example with Teams

Let’s say we bet on Chelsea vs Fulham – Market: Both Halves BTTS (Yes/Yes or No/No)

  • If we pick No/No, here’s what must happen:
    • 1st Half → No team scores (0–0 at HT).
    • 2nd Half → Still no team scores (0–0 at FT).
      Final Score Example: Chelsea 0–0 Fulham → Bet Wins.

If Chelsea scores just one goal (e.g., 1–0 final), the bet loses because there was a goal in one half.


More Match Scenarios

  • Arsenal 0–0 Brighton → Win
  • Liverpool 1–0 Wolves → Lose (Liverpool scored in 2nd half)
  • Inter Milan 0–0 Juventus → Win
  • Man City 2–0 Aston Villa → Lose (goals scored)

Betting Tips for No/No

  1. Pick Defensive Teams
    • Teams known for low-scoring matches (e.g., Atlético Madrid, Juventus, Fulham).
  2. Check Team Form
    • If both sides struggle to score or rely heavily on defense, 0–0 is more likely.
  3. Weather & Pitch Conditions
    • Heavy rain, poor pitch, or very defensive tactical setups can increase 0–0 chances.
  4. Better for Underdogs
    • Smaller teams playing away against stronger teams often aim for a goalless draw.
  5. Odds Value
    • No/No usually offers high odds (7.00 – 12.00+) because 0–0 is rare.
    • Best used as a small stake “long-shot” bet, not a main strategy.

Example Good Picks for No/No:

  • Matches like Everton vs Burnley (both low-scoring sides).
  • International qualifiers where teams “play safe” (e.g., Iceland vs Liechtenstein).

Would you like me to also create a chart showing how No/No compares to Yes/Yes, Yes/No, and No/Yes outcomes so you can visually see when each bet wins or loses?


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