What Is Correct Score (17 Way) Betting?
A Correct Score bet means you’re predicting the exact final score of a football match — for example, 2–1, 1–0, 3–2, etc.
The “17 Way” part means there are 17 possible scoreline options you can choose from for that match, typically pre-selected by the bookmaker.
Example:
Let’s take a real match example:
Match: Manchester United Vs Chelsea
When you open the Correct Score (17 Way) market on your betting app, you might see these options:
| Option | Description | Odds (Example) |
|---|---|---|
| 1–0 | Man United win 1–0 | 7.00 |
| 2–0 | Man United win 2–0 | 9.00 |
| 2–1 | Man United win 2–1 | 8.50 |
| 3–1 | Man United win 3–1 | 13.00 |
| 1–1 | Draw 1–1 | 6.50 |
| 0–0 | Draw 0–0 | 10.00 |
| 2–2 | Draw 2–2 | 12.00 |
| 0–1 | Chelsea win 1–0 | 8.00 |
| 1–2 | Chelsea win 2–1 | 9.00 |
| 0–2 | Chelsea win 2–0 | 11.00 |
| 1–3 | Chelsea win 3–1 | 15.00 |
| 3–0 | Man United win 3–0 | 18.00 |
| 0–3 | Chelsea win 3–0 | 21.00 |
| 2–3 | Chelsea win 3–2 | 17.00 |
| 3–2 | Man United win 3–2 | 16.00 |
| 4–1 | Man United win 4–1 | 25.00 |
| Any Other Score | Any result outside these 16 | 8.00 |
That’s the “17 Way” — 17 total options you can pick from.
Example Bet
You predict:
Manchester United 2–1 Chelsea at odds 8.50
You stake ₦1,000.
If the final score is exactly 2–1, you win:
₦1,000 × 8.50 = ₦8,500 payout.
If any other result happens (e.g., 1–1 or 3–1), you lose.
Key Betting Tips for Correct Score (17 Way)
1. Check Team Form and Scoring Pattern
- If both teams score often, go for 2–1, 2–2, or 3–1 types of predictions.
- If teams defend strongly, try 1–0 or 0–1.
Example:
If Chelsea’s last 5 matches had both teams scoring, a 2–1 or 2–2 prediction makes sense.
2. Use Head-to-Head Records
Look at past meetings between the two teams.
Example: If 3 of their last 4 matches ended 1–1, you can back 1–1 Draw confidently.
3. Weather and Venue Matter
- Wet conditions or poor pitches can reduce goals — favouring low scores (like 1–0 or 0–0).
- Home advantage often adds 1 goal — so home 2–1 is a common winning bet.
4. Combine with Other Markets
If you’re not sure, use “Correct Score Group” or “Both Teams to Score + Correct Score” for safer odds.
Example:
- “Man United to Win & BTTS (Both Teams To Score)” gives lower but safer odds than predicting exact score.
5. Avoid Guessing High Scores
Rare results like 4–3 or 5–2 are exciting but very unlikely — only use them in fun bets or accumulators.
6. Try Late-Game Betting (In-Play)
During live matches, you can place correct score bets at half-time when you already see the rhythm of the game.
Example: If it’s 1–0 at halftime and one team is dominating, you can bet on 2–0 or 2–1 depending on momentum.
Important to Remember
- Correct Score bets are high risk, but offer high rewards.
- Only stake a small part of your bankroll — maybe 5% or less per bet.
- Use stats-based reasoning, not emotions.
Summary
| Feature | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Market Name | Correct Score (17 Way) |
| Meaning | Predicting the exact final score out of 17 options |
| Example | Man United 2–1 Chelsea |
| Odds Range | Usually between 5.00 and 30.00 |
| Risk Level | High |
| Best Used When | You’ve studied team form and patterns |