Total Goals Over 0,5

Total Over 0,5 goals — is a bet that predicts whether there will be at least one goal scored by either team in a game. The result of the game doesn’t matter for this bet. You only need to focus on the first goal of the game.

The logic behind this is simple: for the Total Over 0,5 bet to win, there must be at least 1 goal scored. 

Note: This bet works for any sport with scoring: basketball, football, hockey. It can also be applied to different segments (1st half/2nd half), specific intervals (before/after 60th minute), or individual goals (how many goals a specific player will score).

We only need one goal to win!

How to Calculate Total Over 0.5 Goals?

When does the bet win, and when does it lose? Let’s break it down.

Let’s look at an example from the Premier League – Fulham vs. Aston Villa. 

Suppose you bet $200 on total over 0.5 with odds of 1.70. This means that you expect at least one goal to be scored by either team. Let’s say it’s 1:2 at the final whistle. That’s 3 goals in total, more than enough for your bet to win!

Here’s how much you made:

• Payout = $200 × 1.70 = $340
• Profit = $340 − $200 = $140

But if it was a boring 0:0 draw, you would have lost your bet. That’s because 0 is less than 0.5.

Best Markets to Bet on with Total Over 0.5 Goals Betting

Let’s bet honest, betting on Total Over 0.5 goals for the full match is not very exciting, since the odds are usually low. That’s why savvy bettors use it to bet on various metrics in football.

• Team Goals: Pick a team that you think will score at least one goal.
• 1 or 2 Half: Choose either the first or the second half to have at least one goal.
• Player Goals: Select a player that you think will score at least one goal.
• Props: Bet on scoring-related events like penalties, red (yellow) cards, corners, subs, or offsides.

How to Score Big with Total Over 0.5 Goals: Tips & Tricks