As long as either of the two outcomes you have combined occurs, your bet wins. With double chance, you increase your chances of winning the bet and it is also a great way to reduce risk.
DC predictions today & tomorrow
Real Sociedad vs Real Madrid prediction
Real Sociedad’s 1-1 draw at Getafe’s Estadio Coliseum ensured they remain in the top 6, as they are 3 points clear of Real Betis who are hot on their heels having picked up back-to-back wins to make the top 6 race all the more interesting as we get to the final stretch of the season. ... More
Everton vs Liverpool prediction
Everton, one of the bottom five teams in the 16th position in the English Premier League, will host Liverpool, a top-four contender, in a match this Wednesday. Both teams are eager to improve their forms as the league draws to a close, aiming to finish in their desired positions. Since both teams are in dire ... More
Real Madrid vs Barcelona prediction
Real Madrid faced Manchester City on Wednesday night in the Champions League with a win on penalties. Now, they are preparing to take on one of their biggest rivals, Barcelona, in the Spanish La Liga at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday. This match is famously known as El Clasico, and the football rivalry between these ... More
TP Mazembe vs Al Ahly prediction
The DR Congolese team, TP Mazembe, is set to continue their pursuit of their sixth African championship title as they face defending champions Al Ahly. TP Mazembe’s last triumph was in 2015 when they defeated USM Alger 4-1 on aggregate. However, they have only managed to reach the semi-finals once, in 2018, before being knocked ... More
Lille vs Aston Villa prediction
Lille will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing 2-1 loss to Aston Villa in the first leg. The French side has been in decent form lately, winning three of their last five matches in all competitions. They currently sit in 4th place in Ligue 1, just 3 points behind 3rd placed Monaco. In ... More
Manchester City vs Real Madrid prediction
This week, football fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating another thrilling Champions League showdown as Pep Guardiola’s team hosts Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, April 17th. The second leg, following a captivating 3-3 draw in the first leg at the Santiago Bernabeu, promises an intense battle for a spot in the semi-finals. With ... More
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Double Chance bets explained
Double Chance allows you to use one bet to cover two of the three possible win-draw outcomes in a match. The options are as follows:
- Home or Draw (1X) – Your bet wins if the home team wins or the game ends in a draw
- Away or Draw (X2) – Your bet wins if the away team wins or the game ends in a draw
- Home or Away (12) – Your bet wins if either the home or away team wins
Bear in mind that the odds for Double Chance bets are lower than those for three-way bets. For example:
Liverpool vs Everton, Odds: Liverpool Win (1) 1.90, Draw (X) 3.20, Everton Win (2) 4.00
Double Chance Odds: Liverpool or Draw (1X) 1.35, Everton or Draw (X2) 2.05, Liverpool or Everton (12) 1.50
As you can see, the odds are significantly lower for double chance bets but the possibility of winning is higher.
Double Chance bets are settled based on the match results at full-time. Extra time and post-match penalties do not count.
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Double Chance betting strategies
Here, we explain the best strategies to use with double bets to increase your chances of winning.
Home team advantage
In general, teams have a better chance of winning at home or at least avoiding a loss. Similarly, teams are more likely to lose away compared to home. However, due to relative strengths, a home win may not be so obvious in some cases. Instead of a home win, the game may also end in a draw. In such a situation, a double chance bet presents a better way of covering your risk. A bet on Home or Draw (1X) will ensure you stand to win in case of either outcome. Get an idea about it by reading the best football betting tips for today on our homepage
Nearly matched teams
Betting on nearly matched teams can be tough since there is no obvious difference to help you pick the winner. There are games that show no clear favourite from the three-way odds. The usual considerations like team form, league position, and the number of points could also be just about the same. In such a situation, picking one outright outcome is hard and a double chance bet would be a better option. You can pick either team to win with a Home or Away (12) pick.
Dominant Teams
There are teams that may outrightly dominate their league or competition for a season or more. Such teams rarely lose a game so in most cases they will win or draw. A good example is Bayern Munich in Bundesliga which they have completely dominated over the past 8 seasons winning all the league titles in the process. Picking a dominant team to win is a good bet in most cases. However, there will be those few games that look tough even for them and a win may not be obvious. A double chance bet will ensure you are well covered. For example, if the dominant team is playing away to a strong rival, an Away or Draw (X2) bet is recommended.
Team form
Teams sometimes hit a rich vein of form and go on a long unbeaten run of games. They are able to get good results against any opponent that comes their way. If you are unsure about a team winning a particular match but they have been enjoying good form, a double chance bet can be used to give them a win or draw. Betting against a team enjoying a good run of form to lose is risky. Generally, teams tend to fight hard to protect their unbeaten run, especially when they are targeting a certain record. They are likely to earn draws in games that they were about to lose. Therefore, a double chance bet of win or draw can be used in such cases to increase your chances of winning the bet. Remember, team form can also be negative, such that a team goes for a long run of games without winning. In such a case, the double chance bet is in favour of the opponents.