What is Total Over/Under Betting? Explained with Examples

Sports betting can seem overwhelming with all the options available, but one of the simplest and most popular is the Total Over/Under bet.

Also known as O/U betting, this option lets you wager on whether the combined score of a game will be above or below a specific number set by oddsmakers.

What Is Total Over/Under Betting?

So, you’ve heard about Total Over/Under betting — but what exactly does it mean?

It’s a straightforward bet where you predict whether the combined score or total occurrences of a specific event will be higher or lower than the bookmaker’s prediction.

You can find Over/Under bets for almost every sport, and there are plenty of options. For example:

• Football: Goals, offsides, corners, yellow cards, etc.
• Tennis: Sets, games, aces, etc.
• Hockey: Goals, penalty minutes, etc.

You get the idea.

How Does It Work?

Here’s an example to clarify:

If you place an Over 2.5 goals bet on a football match, you’re betting that the teams combined will score at least 3 goals. For instance, if the match ends with a 2-1 scoreline (total of 3 goals), your bet wins because 3 is more than 2.5.

Here’s what a typical Total Over/Under line looks like on BetMGM:

Under/Over Betting: Things To Know About Totals

Let’s check out some important details about over/under betting at different sportsbooks for various sports.

Total Over/Under in Betting: FAQ