What “Away (+2.0)” Means
If you back the Away team +2.0 Asian Handicap, you’re giving them a two-goal head start before the match begins.
- In other words, before kickoff, the away team already starts +2.0 goals in your bet.
Outcome of Your Bet:
| Actual Result | Adjusted Result (with +2.0) | Bet Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Away loses by 1 goal (e.g. 1–0) | Away +2.0 → 1–2 | Win |
| Away draws (e.g. 1–1) | Away +2.0 → 3–1 | Win |
| Away wins (e.g. 0–1) | Away +2.0 → 2–1 | Win |
| Away loses by exactly 2 goals (e.g. 3–1) | Away +2.0 → 3–3 | Push (stake refunded) |
| Away loses by 3+ goals (e.g. 4–1) | Away +2.0 → 4–3 | Lose |
So +2.0 gives you insurance:
– You only lose if the away team loses by 3+ goals.
– If they lose by exactly 2, your stake is refunded.
What “Asian Handicap -2” Means
If you back a team -2.0 Asian Handicap, you’re saying they must win by at least 3 goals for you to profit.
This is usually the favourite/home team.
Outcome of Your Bet:
| Actual Result | Adjusted Result (with -2.0) | Bet Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Team wins by 3+ goals (e.g. 4–1) | -2.0 → 2–1 | Win |
| Team wins by exactly 2 goals (e.g. 3–1) | -2.0 → 1–1 | Push (stake refunded) |
| Team wins by 1 goal (e.g. 2–1) | -2.0 → 0–1 | Lose |
| Team draws or loses | -2.0 → Loss | Lose |
So -2.0 means you’re betting on a dominant win.
Example With Real Teams
Let’s say:
- Manchester City (Home) vs Burnley (Away)
Bookie offers:
- Burnley +2.0 Asian Handicap @ 1.80
- Man City -2.0 Asian Handicap @ 2.00
If Final Score = 3–1 to Man City
- Burnley +2.0 → 3–3 = Push (stake refunded)
- Man City -2.0 → 1–1 = Push (stake refunded)
If Final Score = 4–1 to Man City
- Burnley +2.0 → 4–3 = Lose
- Man City -2.0 → 2–1 = Win
If Final Score = 2–1 to Man City
- Burnley +2.0 → 2–3 = Win
- Man City -2.0 → 0–1 = Lose
Betting Tips
Check team news
If the favourite (e.g. Man City) is missing key attackers, -2.0 becomes risky.
Away underdogs on +2.0 are often good value
Especially if they are defensive and rarely lose big.
Use +2.0 to reduce risk
Even if you’re unsure, +2.0 gives a cushion. You only lose on a 3+ goal defeat.
Line shopping
Sometimes you’ll find +2.25 or -2.25 lines. Those split stakes between two handicaps for more insurance (half push, half win).
Live betting
If the favourite scores early, -2.0 odds shorten. You can get better value pre-game.
Quick Recap Table
| Bet | You Win If… | Push If… | Lose If… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Away +2.0 | Away wins, draws, or loses by 1 goal | Away loses by exactly 2 | Away loses by 3+ |
| Home -2.0 | Home wins by 3+ | Home wins by exactly 2 | Home wins by 1, draws, or loses |
Would you like me to also explain how split handicaps (like +2.25 or -1.75) work with examples? (Those often confuse bettors but can be very useful.)