Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Goal Moments.
- Accumulator
- A single bet that combines multiple selections; all must win for the bet to pay out.
- Arbitrage
- Betting on all possible outcomes of an event across different bookmakers to guarantee a profit.
- Asian Handicap
- A betting system that eliminates the draw by giving a half-goal or whole-goal handicap to each team.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money set aside specifically for placing bets.
- Bet Builder
- A feature allowing multiple markets from the same event to be combined into one bet.
- Cash Out
- The option to settle a bet before the event ends, locking in a profit or loss.
- Correct Score
- A bet predicting the exact final score of the match.
- Dead Heat
- A tie between two or more selections in a position, with the payout split.
- Each-Way
- A two-part bet consisting of a win bet and a place bet (e.g., top 3 finish).
- First Goalscorer
- A bet on which player will score the first goal in the match.
- Goal Line
- The soccer version of a point spread, usually set at 0.5, 1.5, or 2.5 goals.
- Hedge Bet
- A counter bet placed to reduce risk or secure a profit on an existing wager.
- In-Play Betting
- Placing a wager on a match while it is in progress, with odds that update during play.
- Juice
- The commission charged by a bookmaker, built into the odds as the margin.
- Moneyline
- A bet on which team will win the match outright, regardless of the score margin.
- Odds Boost
- Enhanced odds offered on a specific outcome to increase the potential payout.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total goals scored by both teams will be over or under a specified number.
- Payout
- The total amount returned to the bettor, including the original stake and winnings.
- Responsible Gambling
- Practices and tools to help bettors stay in control and avoid gambling-related harm.
- Stake
- The amount of money wagered on a bet.
- Steam Move
- A rapid shift in odds, usually caused by heavy betting action on one side.
- Unit
- A standardized bet size used in bankroll management, typically a percentage of the total bankroll.
- Void
- A canceled bet where stakes are refunded, usually due to the event not being completed.
- Wagering Requirement
- The condition that bonus funds must be wagered a set number of times before withdrawal.
- Welcome Bonus
- A promotional offer for new customers, often providing bonus funds or free bets.