What is BTTS (Both Teams to Score)?
BTTS is a popular football betting market where you are predicting whether both teams will score at least one goal in a match.
- Yes (BTTS) – Both teams will score.
- No (BTTS) – At least one team will not score.
It doesn’t matter which team wins, draws, or loses — the focus is solely on both teams finding the net.
How BTTS Works – Examples
- Example 1:
- Match: Arsenal vs Chelsea
- Result: 2-1
- Both teams scored → BTTS: Yes wins.
- Example 2:
- Match: Real Madrid vs Barcelona
- Result: 3-0
- Only Real Madrid scored → BTTS: No wins.
- Example 3:
- Match: Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund
- Result: 0-0
- No goals scored → BTTS: No wins.
Key point: BTTS doesn’t care about the scoreline or the winner; it only matters that each team scores at least once.
Tips for Betting on BTTS
- Check team attacking stats:
- Teams that score in most games (high goals per match) are more likely to hit BTTS.
- Teams with weak defenses are also more likely to concede.
- Look at head-to-head history:
- Matches where both teams scored previously may repeat this trend.
- Consider league style:
- High-scoring leagues like the Eredivisie or Bundesliga often produce BTTS results.
- Avoid BTTS when:
- One team is extremely defensive or significantly weaker (risk of 1-sided scoreline).
- Weather or injuries may heavily affect goal scoring.
- Combine with other markets:
- You can combine BTTS with over/under goals (e.g., BTTS & Over 2.5) for higher odds.
Sample BTTS Betting Slip
| Match | BTTS Prediction | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenal vs Chelsea | Yes | 1.75 |
| Liverpool vs Man City | Yes | 1.80 |
| AC Milan vs Inter | No | 1.95 |
If all predictions hit, your combined odds can make a profitable parlay.
