What “None | 1st Goal” Means in Football Betting
Market name: 1st Goal (or First Team to Score)
Option: None
When you bet on “None” in the 1st Goal market, you are predicting that no team will score a goal during the entire match — meaning the game will end 0–0 after regular time (and usually injury time).
In other words:
You win if the match finishes 0–0.
You lose if any team scores at least one goal.
Example with Teams
Match:
Liverpool Vs Manchester United
1st Goal Market Options:
- Liverpool — 1.90
- Manchester United — 2.30
- None — 6.00
Example 1: You bet on “None”
You stake $10 on None at odds 6.00.
If final score = 0–0,
Your bet wins, and you get $10 × 6.00 = $60.
If final score = 1–0, 0–1, 2–1, etc.,
Your bet loses (because at least one goal was scored).
How Bookmakers Set the Odds
- If both teams are strong in attack, “None” will have very high odds (e.g., 10.00 or more).
- If both teams are defensive or the match is expected to be low-scoring, odds may be lower (around 5.00–7.00).
Betting Tips for “None | 1st Goal” Market
- Check Team Form and Defence
- Bet on “None” when both teams have strong defences and struggle to score.
- Example: Crystal Palace vs Burnley — both often play defensively.
- Look for Tactical Setups
- If both managers prefer cautious tactics, like parking the bus or playing for a draw, “None” becomes a realistic bet.
- Check Weather and Pitch Conditions
- Rain, muddy pitches, or windy conditions can reduce goal chances — good for a “None” bet.
- Use it in Cup 1st Legs or Important Matches
- In knockout games, teams sometimes play carefully in the first leg — fewer goals scored.
- Avoid when Both Teams Have Attacking Stars
- Games like Man City vs Arsenal or PSG vs Real Madrid usually feature goals — avoid “None”.
Example Betting Scenario
Match:
Atletico Madrid vs Getafe (La Liga)
- Atletico Madrid to score first — 1.70
- Getafe to score first — 3.80
- None — 7.00
You think it will be a tight defensive battle.
You bet $10 on “None” at 7.00.
If the game ends 0–0, you win $70 total.
Summary Table
| Bet Option | Prediction | Win Condition | Example Result | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | Liverpool scores first | Liverpool scores first | 1–0 | Win |
| Man United | Man Utd scores first | Man Utd scores first | 0–1 | Win |
| None | No team scores | 0–0 final score | 0–0 | Win |
Pro Betting Tip
Combine “None” bets in Accumulators only with other low-risk markets, or use them as singles — because 0–0 outcomes are rare but pay very high odds.
Would you like me to also explain the “1st Goal Team” (e.g. “Team A to score first”) part next for comparison with the “None” option?