At 1Win, odds for football matches offer not only widely used basic markets such as win/draw/lose, but also more in-depth options that may be of interest to analytically minded players.
Before moving on to a comparative analysis, it is worth explaining how odds actually work. Odds are a numerical expression of the probability of an event, as suggested by the bookmaker. They show how much you can win by multiplying your stake by these odds. Higher odds mean a lower probability according to the bookmaker’s assessment and, at the same time, a higher potential payout.
Example of Odds at 1Win Ghana
To understand how odds differ between bet types, it is useful to give a real example from the 1 Win line. The website features odds for African Cup of Nations (AFCON) matches, which is particularly relevant for the Ghanaian audience. Here is an excerpt from the line for several AFCON matches (data taken directly from the football line on the platform):
| Morocco vs Comoros | Mali vs Gambia | Nigeria vs Tanzania |
| Morocco win — 1.14;Draw — 7.2;Comoros win — 20.2. | Mali win — 1.61;Draw – 3.51;Gambia win – 6.39. | Nigeria win — 1.45;Draw – 3.8;Tanzania win – 8.93. |
These odds reflect the bookmaker’s calculation of the possible outcome. The lower the odds for a certain result, the higher the probability in the opinion of the operator (and often in the opinion of the market). In matches with a clear favourite, the odds for their victory may be low, as in the case of Morocco vs Comoros, where Morocco is expected to dominate.
The Main Types of Football Odds and Their Comparison
Different football betting markets have different approaches to setting odds. Let’s look at the main ones, focusing on how they work at 1Win.
Match Outcome (1X2)
This is the most common type of bet, and it is here that odds between bookmakers are most often compared. The most obvious differences arise when one platform offers slightly higher odds on the favourite and another on the underdog. In the example of Nigeria vs Tanzania, odds of 1.45 for a Nigeria win mean that the player can get a 45% return on the bet amount if the prediction is correct.
Totals
Totals estimate the number of goals scored in a match, and here the odds at 1Win can often be more interesting for analytically minded players, especially if there are statistics from previous matches. For example, if teams regularly score a lot of goals, bets on “total over” may have higher odds than similar bets on the outcome of the match. In practice, this means that the odds on totals are often slightly higher than on the standard outcome, reflecting the additional risk.
Handicaps and Specialised Markets
Handicaps allow you to add extra balance to strong and weak teams: for example, a bet on the weaker team to win with a +1 handicap may have higher odds than a regular bet on them to win without a handicap. As for special markets, such as “both teams to score” or the exact score, the odds are often significantly higher because the probability of such outcomes is lower statistically. For example, a bet on an exact score of 2:1 may carry odds of 8.0 or higher, reflecting the difficulty of such a prediction.
Comparison of Odds by Market Type
When it comes to football betting, it is important to understand that not all odds are equal in terms of profitability. Different types of markets are evaluated differently by the bookmaker’s system, and this directly affects the player’s potential profit. At 1 Win, there are several key market categories where odds show varying degrees of attractiveness.
Usually, players pay attention first and foremost to the main markets: the victory of one of the teams (1X2 outcome) or a draw. The odds for these events are fairly stable and do not differ much from those offered by other operators. However, when it comes to totals, handicaps or special markets, the differences become more noticeable.
Example: in a match between Manchester United and Brentford, 1Win may offer the following odds:
- Man United win — 1.60;
- Brentford win — 5.80;
- Total over 2.5 goals — 1.85, while competitors may offer around 1.78–1.80;
- Both teams to score — 1.95, while other bookmakers offer around 1.85.
As can be seen from the example, the odds are roughly the same on popular markets, but on secondary markets such as totals or “both teams to score”, 1Win has a noticeable advantage. This is important for those who bet not on the result, but on game scenarios. For example, they expect an open game with a lot of goals.
In addition, in Asian handicaps (e.g., handicap -1 or +1.5), the odds at 1Win are often 0.03–0.05 higher than on more conservative European platforms. For regular players, this difference can have a significant impact on long-term profits.
Advantages and Limitations of Odds at 1Win
One of the important advantages of odds at 1Win is the wide selection of markets available both pre-match and live. More than 1,000 football events every day give players plenty of entry points for betting.
However, it is worth remembering that odds may vary depending on the tournament. In some less popular championships, the odds on the outcome may be lower compared to the major European leagues, as the bookmaker’s analytical models are focused on the main markets with a large volume of bets, while for rare leagues, the probability assessment and margin may differ.