<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe more you know about the teams involved in a tournament or fixture, the more likely it is that you\u2019ll be able to place a successful bet. This means you should avoid betting on unfamiliar leagues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, don\u2019t jump into the football betting markets at the start of the season. At this point, it\u2019s impossible to gauge the effect that new signings, player transfers, injuries and the season break will have had on the team\u2019s form. Team form will settle and become clearer only after several matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Check the stats<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n Before betting on a player or team, you should find out how your selection has fared against opponents on previous occasions, how many goals it averages per match, and whether playing home or away appears to have a significant impact on the selection\u2019s results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Follow the news<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIt\u2019s important to follow what\u2019s happening to your team. Did the manager throw the tea set at the captain? Is a key player attempting to transfer out of the team? These and a wide range of other factors can influence the team\u2019s performance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The more you know about what\u2019s happening in the world of football, the more background information you\u2019ll have to draw on when you place your bets.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Consider scheduling<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re going to bet on a match, look at the full schedule for both teams, including cup and regional tournaments. Schedules affect the fitness and freshness of team members. They also often affect a manager\u2019s selections for a match. Before placing bets, determine whether a team is stretched thin by tight schedule or will have ample time to recharge its batteries ahead of a match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Research different competitions separately<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nTreat your bets on each league and competition differently, even if you\u2019re betting on a single team. Form is often inconsistent across different cup competitions and leagues because managers target these with different squads, resting key players during \u201cminor\u201d competitions. For example, a team that\u2019s thriving in its domestic league may struggle in a minor cup competition or a competition overseas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Shop around for the best odds<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYou compare prices when you buy things at the shop. Equally, you should get into the habit of shopping around for the best odds when you bet on football. Finding good odds can have a substantial impact on your profit margins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s not unusual for punters to be loyal to a particular bookmaker, but this may mean that they miss out on more competitive odds.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Using a portfolio of betting accounts will also give you access to a greater variety of free bets and betting specials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Use betting specials<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFootball betting markets are slightly skewed in favour of bookmakers because of the way that odds are formulated. This adds to the challenge of making profits over the long term. The best way to overcome this is to take advantage of the various betting specials offered by top bookmakers.<\/p>\n\n\n