What “2 (+2.25)” Means
- “2” refers to the away team.
- “+2.25” is an Asian Handicap given to the away team.
The handicap +2.25 is split into:
- +2.0
- +2.5
Your stake is divided equally between +2.0 and +2.5.
This means the away team starts the match with a 2 goals advantage in your bet, and half of your stake has an extra +0.5 goal advantage.
How Your Bet Is Settled
Let’s break down what happens based on the score.
IF the away team loses by 1 goal
You win both parts of the bet
Because even with the handicap, you are ahead.
Example:
- Real Madrid 3 – 2 Barcelona
You bet on Barcelona +2.25
After adding handicap: - Barcelona becomes 4.25 – 3
Full Win.
IF the away team loses by exactly 2 goals
Half loss, half refund
- The +2.0 part → refund (push)
- The +2.5 part → win
Example:
- Manchester City 4 – 2 Everton
Everton +2.25
City wins by 2
- +2.0 pushes (4–4)
- +2.5 wins (4–4.5)
You lose nothing; you still profit slightly.
IF the away team loses by 3 or more goals
Full Loss
Both sides of the handicap lose.
Example:
- Bayern Munich 5 – 2 Mainz
Mainz +2.25
They lose by 3
You lose the bet.
IF the away team draws or wins
Full win
The handicap only increases your winning margin.
Detailed Example With a Team
Let’s use Luton Town vs Liverpool.
Liverpool is a strong favourite.
Your bet:
Luton Town +2.25
Scenario 1: Final Score: Liverpool 2 – 1 Luton
Result: Liverpool wins by 1
You WIN completely.
Scenario 2: Final Score: Liverpool 3 – 1 Luton
Result: Liverpool wins by 2
+2.0 = push
+2.5 = win
You win half the stake.
Scenario 3: Final Score: Liverpool 4 – 1 Luton
Result: Liverpool wins by 3
You lose the whole bet.
Betting Tips for Using 2 (+2.25)
Use it on “small teams” that defend well
Good for teams that rarely lose by huge margins.
Examples:
- Brentford
- Crystal Palace
- Bologna
- Girona
Check the big team’s motivation
If the favourite team is rotating players, they may not dominate.
Useful in tight league matches
Derbies or rivalry games often have close scorelines.
Look at recent defensive form
If the underdog has conceded few goals in last 5 games → good pick.
Avoid it when favourites are in must-win situations
For example:
- Champions League qualification
- Title decider
- Relegation battle
Strong teams may push harder and score 3+ goals.
Summary Table
| Result (away team) | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Wins or draws | Full win |
| Loses by 1 goal | Full win |
| Loses by exactly 2 | Half win / half refund |
| Loses by 3+ goals | Full loss |