What “Last Team to Score” Means in Football Betting
The “Last Team to Score” betting market is a prop bet (special bet) where you predict which team will score the final goal in a match — regardless of who wins the game.
It doesn’t matter how many total goals are scored or who scores first — the only thing that matters is who scores the final goal before the full-time whistle.
Possible Betting Options
When you see this market, the sportsbook usually gives you three options:
- Team A – Last to Score
- Team B – Last to Score
- No Goal (0–0 draw)
Example to Understand
Let’s use a real example:
Match:
Liverpool vs Chelsea
Possible “Last Team to Score” bets:
- Liverpool — 1.80
- Chelsea — 2.20
- No Goal — 9.00
Example Scenarios:
Scenario 1:
Final score: Liverpool 2 – 1 Chelsea
Liverpool scored the last goal (the 2nd goal).
Bet on Liverpool – Last to Score wins.
Chelsea and No Goal bets lose.
Scenario 2:
Final score: Liverpool 1 – 3 Chelsea
Chelsea scored the last goal (the 3rd goal).
Bet on Chelsea – Last to Score wins.
Scenario 3:
Final score: 0 – 0
No goals were scored.
Bet on No Goal wins.
Key Things to Remember
| Factor | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Timing of goals | The team that scores the final goal before full time (or extra time if specified) wins the market. |
| Own goals count | Yes, own goals count for the team that benefits (not the one who scored it). |
| Extra Time / Penalties | Unless stated, bets apply to regular time (90 mins + stoppage) only. |
| No Goal option | Wins only if the match ends 0–0. |
Betting Tips for “Last Team to Score”
Here are smart strategies to improve your chances:
1. Study Late-Game Patterns
- Some teams score many goals in the final 15 minutes (e.g., Manchester City, Real Madrid).
- Check “Goals Scored After 75 Minutes” stats before betting.
Example: Real Madrid often push hard late in games — good pick for “Last Team to Score.”
2. Consider Defensive Stability
- Teams that concede late (e.g., teams with poor stamina or weak defenses) are less likely to be the last to score.
Example: If Brentford often concedes in the 85th minute, betting them “Last to Score” is risky.
3. Look at Substitutions
- Managers who bring on attacking substitutes late can change the game.
- Teams with strong benches often score late goals.
Example : Liverpool introducing Darwin Núñez or Diogo Jota late can make them likely to score last.
4. Match Situation Awareness
- In a knockout game, the losing team often presses for a late equalizer.
- In a league game, a leading team might defend and stop attacking — giving the opponent a chance to score last.
5. Combine With Other Bets
- You can combine “Last Team to Score” with:
- Match Result
- Both Teams to Score
- Over/Under Goals
Example combo bet:
“Liverpool to win & be the last team to score” — higher odds, more risk.
Summary Table
| Term | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Last Team to Score | Predicts which team will score the final goal | Chelsea last to score in 2–1 win |
| Winning Condition | Your team scores the last goal before full time | If Chelsea scores in 89th minute, Chelsea bet wins |
| No Goal Option | Wins if 0–0 full time | 0–0 draw → “No Goal” wins |
| Tip | Focus on teams with strong late attacking stats | e.g., Real Madrid, Liverpool, Bayern Munich |
Would you like me to make a sample table of 10 “Last Team to Score” predictions (with team examples and reasoning) for today’s matches?
That way you can see how to apply this bet practically.