What Does “9 | Exact Bookings” Mean?
“9 | Exact Bookings” is a booking points market where you are betting that the total booking points in the match will be exactly 9.
How Booking Points Work
- Yellow card = 1 point
- Red card = 2 points
- Maximum per player = 3 points (1 yellow + 1 red)
So the total bookings must add up to exactly 9 points for your bet to win.
How Can a Match Reach EXACTLY 9 Booking Points?
Examples of possible combinations:
9 Yellow Cards
- 9 yellow cards × 1 point = 9 points
7 Yellow Cards + 1 Red Card
- 7 yellows = 7 points
- 1 red card = 2 points
= 9 points
3 Yellow Cards + 3 Red Cards
- 3 yellows = 3 points
- 3 reds = 6 points
= 9 points
Any total = 9 wins the bet.
8 or 10 points = lost.
Club-Based Explanation (Example: Chelsea)
Let’s use Chelsea for clearer understanding.
Chelsea are known for:
- Physical midfielders
- Strong defensive duels
- High-intensity pressing, especially against top rivals
This means their matches frequently produce moderate booking levels, often between 6–12 points, making 9 points a realistic exact figure.
Chelsea Example Scenario
Chelsea vs Tottenham (London Derby)
| Event | Booking Points |
|---|---|
| Chelsea – 3 yellow cards | 3 points |
| Tottenham – 4 yellow cards | 4 points |
| Tottenham – 1 red card | 2 points |
| TOTAL = 9 points |
Your 9 | Exact Bookings bet WINS.
Three Realistic Match Examples
Example 1
Arsenal vs Chelsea
- Arsenal: 2 yellows (2 points)
- Chelsea: 7 yellows (7 points)
Total = 9 → WIN
Example 2
Chelsea vs Wolves
- Wolves: 3 yellows (3 points)
- Chelsea: 1 yellow + 1 red (1 + 2 = 3 points)
Total = 6 → LOSE (not 9 points)
Example 3
Chelsea vs West Ham
- Chelsea: 4 yellows (4 points)
- West Ham: 3 yellows + 1 red (3 + 2 = 5 points)
Total = 9 → WIN
When Is “9 Exact Bookings” a Good Bet?
Best Situations
Bet on Exact 9 bookings when:
- The match is a derby → high aggression
- Both teams have high foul averages
- The referee gives 3–5 yellow cards per game
- Teams are fighting for top 4, relegation, or title
Avoid this market when:
- Teams play possession-based, low-foul football
- Friendly matches
- Matches with lenient referees
- Games with extreme favorites (low intensity)
Advanced Betting Tips
1. Check the Referee Stats
Some referees average:
- 4+ yellows → Exact 9 becomes realistic
- 2 yellows → Not suitable for this bet
2. Study Team Aggression Levels
Teams like:
- Tottenham
- Chelsea
- Atletico Madrid
- Roma
Often create 8–14 booking points per game.
3. Use the “Derby Rule”
Local rivalry matches often end with:
- 7–12 booking points
Perfect for an exact 9 pick.
4. Bet Live When Match Is Heating Up
If halftime bookings = 4–5 points:
Exact 9 at good odds becomes valuable.
5. Avoid Matches With Early Red Cards
Red cards ruin rhythm and reduce yellow-card frequency.
Summary
“9 | Exact Bookings” means the total booking points in the match must be exactly 9.
It is a high-reward market best used in physical matches, derbies, and games with strict referees.
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