What is “No Goal 3”?
“No Goal 3” is a type of Asian Handicap betting, specifically a goal line bet. Here’s what it means:
- You are betting on a match where one team is not expected to concede 3 or more goals.
- Essentially, you are betting that the team will either win, draw, or lose by fewer than 3 goals.
- This is often written as “No Goal 3”, and sometimes you may see it as “-3 goals” or “0:3” depending on the platform.
Key point: If the team loses exactly by 3 goals, your bet may be refunded (depends on sportsbook rules).
How it works: Example with a team
Let’s use Manchester United vs Liverpool as an example.
- Match: Manchester United vs Liverpool
- No Goal 3 bet on Manchester United
Scenarios:
| Result | Bet Outcome | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester United 0-0 Liverpool | Win | Team did not concede 3 goals |
| Manchester United 1-1 Liverpool | Win | Team did not concede 3 goals |
| Manchester United 1-2 Liverpool | Win | Team conceded fewer than 3 goals |
| Manchester United 0-3 Liverpool | Refund/Lose | Team conceded exactly 3 goals (depends on rules) |
| Manchester United 1-4 Liverpool | Lose | Team conceded more than 3 goals |
So basically, your bet wins if your team concedes 0, 1, or 2 goals.
When to use “No Goal 3”
This type of bet works best when:
- Your team is strong defensively.
- Example: Manchester City vs a weaker team.
- The opponent is not a high-scoring team.
- Avoid betting against teams like Bayern Munich or Liverpool if they’re on a scoring streak.
- You want safer bets with lower odds.
- Less risky than betting the team to win outright.
Betting Tips
- Check recent defensive form
- Look at the last 5 matches: How many goals did the team concede?
- Example: If Manchester United conceded 2 or fewer goals in the last 5 games, “No Goal 3” is a good choice.
- Consider head-to-head results
- If historically your team concedes many goals against a certain opponent, it’s risky.
- Factor in home vs away games
- Teams concede more goals away. Adjust your bet accordingly.
- Use it for “big teams vs small teams” matches cautiously
- Big teams often win by 2-0 or 3-1, so check odds and recent performances.
Quick Example of Betting Slip
- Match: Chelsea vs Everton
- Bet: Chelsea No Goal 3
- Odds: 1.35 (typical)
- Stake: $100
Outcome:
- Chelsea wins 2-0 → Win → You earn $135
- Chelsea loses 2-1 → Win → You earn $135
- Chelsea loses 3-0 → Refund (or Lose) → $100 back or lost depending on sportsbook
If you want, I can make a step-by-step guide on picking the best “No Goal 3” matches each week with real stats and examples from top European leagues. That would make this strategy super practical.