Quick Answer
Double chance betting covers two of the three possible soccer match results. Instead of betting home, draw, or away by itself, the bettor can cover home-or-draw, away-or-draw, or home-or-away.
The appeal is obvious: more outcomes can cash. The catch is also obvious once you check the price. Double chance markets often pay much less than the 3-way moneyline because the bet is protected against one result.
Double Chance Options
- 1X: home team wins or the match draws.
- X2: away team wins or the match draws.
- 12: either team wins; only the draw loses.
Double chance can make sense when the underdog is live but a draw is also a realistic outcome. It can be weak when the price is so short that the bettor is paying too much for protection. A +240 underdog might be interesting on the 3-way line, but the X2 double chance may not be worth it if the book cuts the payout too far.
Compare double chance against draw no bet, soccer 3-way moneyline, and Asian handicap. For live slate context, use soccer best bets today.
The common mistake is using double chance because it feels safer, then ignoring the implied probability. If X2 is priced at -250, the underdog and draw need to be far more likely than the original 3-way prices may suggest. Protection is useful only when it is not overpriced.
Double chance can also be weaker after lineups if the underdog removes attackers or rotates heavily. The bet depends on match resistance, not just the favorite being a little short.
Double Chance FAQ
Is double chance good for underdogs?
Sometimes. It can protect the draw, but the underdog price must still be worth the reduced payout.
Is double chance the same as draw no bet?
No. Draw no bet refunds the stake on a draw. Double chance can win on the draw depending on which option you choose.
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