Meaning of “Player Shots on Goal 2+ (incl. overtime)”
- This is a player prop bet (a bet on an individual player’s performance).
- “Shots on Goal” = when a player takes a shot on target (either saved by the goalkeeper or results in a goal).
- Shots blocked by defenders or off target don’t count.
- “2+” = the player must register at least 2 shots on target during the match.
- “Incl. overtime” = the bet also counts extra time (in knockout games, such as Cup competitions), but not penalty shootouts.
You’re betting on the player to be active offensively enough to hit the target at least twice.
Example with a Team
Let’s use Liverpool vs. Manchester United.
- You see a market:
- Mohamed Salah – Shots on Goal 2+ (incl. overtime) at odds 1.85
If you place ₦5,000:
- If Salah has 2 or more shots on target (e.g., 1 goal + 1 saved shot, or 2 saved shots), you win.
- If Salah has only 1 shot on target or none, you lose.
- Shots off target or blocked shots do not count.
Another scenario:
- Liverpool vs. a weaker side like Luton Town.
- You back Darwin Núñez – Shots on Goal 2+.
- Núñez takes 3 shots on target (2 saved, 1 goal) → your bet wins.
How to Track This
- Live stats websites (SofaScore, FlashScore, ESPN) show “shots on target” during matches.
- Most sportsbooks also provide live settlement of this market.
Betting Tips
- Pick Attack-Minded Players
- Wingers, strikers, attacking midfielders who regularly shoot on goal (e.g., Haaland, Salah, Mbappé).
- Avoid defensive midfielders or full-backs unless they’re known for shooting a lot.
- Consider the Opponent
- Weaker defences = more chances for shots on target.
- Strong defensive teams = harder to achieve 2+ shots on target.
- Check Form & Minutes Played
- A player who starts the match and usually plays 90 minutes has more chances.
- Substitutes or players recovering from injury might not reach the required shots.
- Look at Team’s Playing Style
- Teams that dominate possession & attack heavily increase your player’s chances.
- Competitions & Overtime
- In knockout games with possible extra time, you get extra 30 minutes for the bet to land — an advantage for “incl. overtime” markets.
- Use Stats Before Betting
- Check average shots on target per game for the player (WhoScored, FBref, SofaScore).
- Example: Haaland averages 2.4 shots on target per match = good candidate for 2+.
Quick Table Example
| Player | Opponent | Avg. Shots on Target/Game | Good Bet for 2+? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erling Haaland | Burnley | 2.6 | Yes |
| Mohamed Salah | Man City | 1.8 | Risky |
| Marcus Rashford | Luton | 1.9 | Yes |
| Casemiro | Arsenal | 0.3 | No |
Would you like me to make you a quick template you can use to analyse any player before placing this kind of bet? (It could show stats like shots on target, opponent weakness, and form automatically.)