“None | 1st Corner” in Football Sports Betting Explained
When betting on 1st Corner, you are predicting which team will win the first corner kick of the match.
However, some bookmakers offer an additional option:
None (No Corner Awarded)
This means you are betting that no corner kicks will occur during the entire match before the market closes (usually 90 minutes).
Three Options in the 1st Corner Market
- Team A – wins the 1st corner
- Team B – wins the 1st corner
- None – no corner happens in the match
Example Using a Real Club: Manchester United
Let’s imagine a Premier League match:
Manchester United vs Chelsea
Your betting options for 1st Corner:
| Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Manchester United | They will win the first corner |
| Chelsea | They will win the first corner |
| None | The match will have no corners |
Detailed Examples
Example 1: You Bet on Manchester United (1st Corner)
- In the 5th minute, United attacks and Chelsea clears the ball for a corner.
Result: You win.
Example 2: You Bet on Chelsea (1st Corner)
- In the 2nd minute, Chelsea crosses the ball, United blocks it → corner to Chelsea.
Result: You win.
Example 3: You Bet on “None” (No Corner)
- The match ends 0–0 in corners.
Result: You win.
This is rare but possible in very slow, tactical matches.
Probability / Realism of “None”
- Most football matches have at least 4–10 corners.
- Games with 0 corners are extremely rare (less than 1%).
- Because of this, the odds for “None” are very high (e.g., 34.00, 51.00, 101.00).
When to Consider Betting “None” (No Corner)?
Only when:
- Two teams play very defensive football.
- Pitch conditions are bad (rain, heavy mud).
- You expect slow buildup and few wide attacks.
- The referee rarely awards corners (some referees are known for this).
1st Corner Betting Tips
1. Research the Teams’ Playing Style
Teams that attack from the wings (e.g., Man City, Liverpool, Bayern) get many corners.
Teams that attack centrally may get fewer.
2. Check Match Importance
High-pressure games = more blocked shots = more corners.
3. Look at Kickoff Momentum
Teams with strong early attacks tend to win early corners.
Example:
Man United at Old Trafford often start aggressively and win early corners.
4. Avoid Betting “None” Unless the Odds Are Huge
The “None” option is a long shot.
Only take it with:
- Very high odds
- Very defensive teams
- Strong statistical reason
5. Live Betting Advantage
Some bettors wait 5–10 minutes to see momentum.
If teams look slow and cautious, the “None” odds may drop—but still high.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Betting “None” without research
- Choosing a team based on popularity, not playing style
- Forgetting that a single blocked cross can create a corner
- Not checking weather (wind and rain increase corners)
Quick Summary (Easy to Understand)
1st Corner Betting
- Predict the team that gets the first corner.
“None” Option
- Bet that no corners happen in the match.
High Risk / High Reward
- Rare, but large odds.
Best Strategy
- Research team tactics, match tempo, and wing play.
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