1X2 or Goal/No Goal in Football Betting Explained
These are two popular football betting markets — both are easy to understand once you know what they mean.
1X2 Betting (Match Result)
Meaning:
This is the most common football betting market. You predict the outcome of the match after 90 minutes (including added time, but not extra time or penalties).
- 1 = Home Win → The home team wins
- X = Draw → The match ends in a draw
- 2 = Away Win → The away team wins
Example:
Match: Manchester United vs Chelsea
| Bet Type | Your Pick | Meaning | Outcome Example | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester United | Home team wins | Man Utd 2–1 Chelsea | Win |
| X | Draw | Match ends level | Man Utd 1–1 Chelsea | Win |
| 2 | Chelsea | Away team wins | Man Utd 0–2 Chelsea | Win |
If you bet ₦1,000 on “2” at odds 3.00 and Chelsea wins, your payout = ₦3,000.
1X2 Betting Tips:
- Check home and away form — some teams play much better at home.
- Review head-to-head records — past meetings often give clues.
- Analyze team news — injuries to key players can affect results.
- Use Draw No Bet markets for safer options (refund if it’s a draw).
Goal/No Goal Betting (Both Teams to Score Market)
Meaning:
You’re betting on whether both teams will score at least one goal during the match.
- Goal (GG or BTTS = Yes) → Both teams score at least once
- No Goal (NG or BTTS = No) → At least one team doesn’t score
Example:
Match: Barcelona vs Real Madrid
| Bet Type | Meaning | Example Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| GG (Both Teams to Score = Yes) | Both teams score | Barcelona 2–1 Real Madrid | Win |
| NG (Both Teams to Score = No) | One or both teams fail to score | Barcelona 2–0 Real Madrid | Win (No Goal bet) |
Goal/No Goal Betting Tips:
- Check recent scoring form — if both teams usually score, GG is likely.
- Defensive teams or low-scoring leagues often favor “No Goal.”
- Big rival matches often produce GG due to open play.
- Combine with Over/Under goals for more value (e.g., GG & Over 2.5).
Summary Table
| Market | Meaning | Options | Focus | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | Predict match result | 1 / X / 2 | Who wins or draws | Liverpool 2–2 Arsenal → X |
| Goal/No Goal (BTTS) | Predict if both teams score | GG / NG | Scoring ability | PSG 3–1 Lyon → GG |
Pro Betting Combo Tip:
You can combine them for higher odds:
- Example: Arsenal to win (1) & Both Teams to Score (GG)
→ Arsenal wins 3–1 (Both correct → you win bigger odds!)