Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across World Cup Hub.
- 1X2 (Match Result)
- 1X2 is a bet on the final outcome: 1 for a home win, X for a draw, and 2 for an away win.
- Accumulator
- An Accumulator combines multiple selections into one bet; all selections must win for the accumulator to pay out.
- American Odds
- American odds use plus or minus numbers to indicate how much you win on a 100-unit bet; +200 means a $200 profit on a $100 wager.
- Asian Handicap
- Asian Handicap gives one team a virtual lead or deficit, removing the draw option and balancing the match for betting.
- Bankroll Management
- Bankroll Management means setting a budget for betting and sticking to it, helping you avoid big losses and stay in control.
- Bet Builder
- Bet Builder is an online tool that lets you create a custom bet by combining different markets from the same match.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- Both Teams to Score is a bet on whether each side will score at least one goal during the match.
- Cash Out
- Cash Out lets you settle your bet before the match ends, locking in a profit or limiting a loss based on the current score.
- Correct Score
- Correct Score is a wager on the exact final score of a match, which offers higher odds due to its difficulty.
- Decimal Odds
- Decimal odds show the total payout per unit wagered, including the stake; multiply your stake by the decimal to see your total return.
- Double Chance
- Double Chance lets you cover two of the three possible outcomes in one bet, increasing your chance of winning.
- Draw No Bet
- Draw No Bet removes the draw outcome; if the match ends in a draw, the bet is refunded.
- Fractional Odds
- Fractional odds display the profit you make relative to your stake; a 5/1 odds mean you win five units for every one unit wagered.
- Free Bet
- A Free Bet is a credit you can use to place a bet without risking your own money; any winnings are usually yours to withdraw.
- Futures
- Futures are bets placed on events that will be decided later, such as which team will win the tournament or who will be top scorer.
- Group Winner
- Group Winner is a futures bet on which team will finish first in its group stage, offering odds before the tournament starts.
- Live Betting
- Live Betting allows you to place bets on a match while it is in progress, with odds that update as the game unfolds.
- Odds
- Odds tell you how much you can win relative to your stake; higher odds mean a bigger payout but lower chance of winning.
- Over/Under
- Over/Under is a bet on whether the total number of goals in a match will be more or less than a set figure.
- Price Boost
- Price Boost is a promotion that increases the odds on a specific selection, giving you a higher potential payout.
- Stake
- Stake is the amount of money you risk on a bet; your potential winnings are calculated based on this figure.
- System Bet
- A System Bet is a combination of multiple bets that covers various outcomes, allowing you to win even if some selections lose.
- Unit
- A Unit is a standard amount of money used to measure the size of your bets, often a fixed percentage of your bankroll.
- Vig (Juice)
- Vig is the commission a bookmaker takes on a bet, built into the odds; it reduces the effective payout for bettors.
- Wagering Requirement
- Wagering Requirement is the amount you must bet before you can withdraw bonus funds; it ensures you engage with the platform.