Official betting involves wagers on specific outcomes and is regulated by the relevant state law. It is often seen as a safer way of gambling than online or illegal bookmakers.
Money lines
The money line on a game is listed at the time of your bet, but it can change throughout the course of the game. This is because teams may change their starting pitchers or decide to play more than the allotted time.
Point spreads
In football, the point spread is the total number of points that a team will win or lose. It is the most popular type of wager in sports, and it is a simple bet to place.
Total/Over/Under: The over/under or total is the total number of runs scored in a game, and it is one of the most popular types of bets. It’s calculated by adding the final scores of each team.
Odds: A bet on a favorite is marked with negative odds, while an underdog is marked with positive ones. These tell you how risky your bet is.
Payouts: The amount you receive when your bet wins depends on the return percentage of the bookmaker. The higher the return percentage, the more likely you are to win.
Betting on a match or event within a match is considered to be a form of official betting, but it is also banned by The FA. This is because it involves a bribe or a tipper who provides inside information to bettors, or an individual who is part of a club at lower levels in the men’s league system.
