Handicap betting<\/b> exists to level the playing field by giving one team a virtual head start or deficit. Bookmakers use handicaps when two sides are mismatched (one considered much more likely to win) to generate more competitive prices.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

For example, a favourite might receive a \u20131.5 handicap, meaning it must win by two goals for the bet to succeed. The underdog with a +1.5 handicap can lose by a single goal, draw or win and still land the bet.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Handicap<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n	Newcastle<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n	Benfica<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Newcastle (-1)<\/b> \n<\/b>Benfica (+1)<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n	1\/1<\/span><\/td>\n	20\/27<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Newcastle (-1.5)<\/b> \n<\/b>Benfica (+1.5)<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n	8\/5<\/span><\/td>\n	5\/11<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n  <\/p>\n Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Odds<\/span><\/h2>\n With <\/span>Both Teams to Score<\/b> (BTTS), instead of picking a winner, you just decide whether both sides will find the net. BTTS bets are yes\/no propositions: you choose <\/span>Yes<\/b> if you expect both teams to score and <\/span>No<\/b> if you think at least one team will keep a clean sheet.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n It doesn\u2019t matter who wins or the final score. All that counts is whether each team registers at least one goal. It\u2019s essentially a question of attacking potency versus defensive solidity, so form and injury news are crucial.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n Yes<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n No<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n 9\/11<\/span><\/td>\n 12\/13<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n  <\/p>\n Goal Total (Over\/Under) Odds<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n Over\/Under betting<\/b> involves predicting whether the combined goals from both sides in a match will be over or under a certain number. You\u2019re not betting on who wins, just how many goals will be scored.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n For example, an Over 2.5 line wins if there are three or more goals in total and loses if there are two or fewer. That \u201c.5\u201d prevents a draw and makes sure there’s a clear result. When teams with strong attacks or leaky defences meet, the over can be attractive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n Over 2.5 goals<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n Under 2.5 goals<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n 10\/13<\/span><\/td>\n 1\/1<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n  <\/p>\n Correct Score Odds<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n Correct score betting<\/b> is the art of predicting the exact final score of a match. It offers higher payouts because it’s quite risky as there are numerous possible scorelines, making it much harder to call. You must get both teams’ goal tallies spot on: predicting Newcastle to win 2-1 means exactly that scoreline must occur.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n 0\u20130<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n Newcastle 1\u20130<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n Newcastle 2-0<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n Newcastle 2-1<\/span><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n 12\/1<\/span><\/td>\n 6\/1<\/span><\/td>\n 13\/2<\/span><\/td>\n 7\/1<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n While the rewards can be large, the risk of getting the precise score wrong is high, so correct score bets are best used with small stakes or as part of a broader strategy. Researching recent defensive records, goal averages and head\u2011to\u2011head history can help narrow down likely scorelines.<\/span><\/p>\n The Newcastle vs Benfica odds quoted above are accurate at the time of writing. Prices may change as kick\u2011off approaches, so always check the latest odds before placing your bet.<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n  <\/p>\n Where to Watch Live<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n If you\u2019re planning to follow the action live, UK viewers can watch the Newcastle United v Benfica game on <\/span>TNT Sports 2<\/b> and <\/span>TNT Sports Ultimate<\/b>. Coverage begins shortly before the <\/span>20:00 BST<\/b> kick\u2011off from St James\u2019 Park. If you’re watching outside of the UK, we recommend checking the official broadcasting list on the Champions League website.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n If you’re interested in betting on <\/span>football matches<\/span><\/a>, our platform offers odds and options for the Champions League and other football events. You can place your bet on our <\/span>Champions League betting page<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n  <\/p>\n Betting is only available to participants above 18 years. Please bet responsibly. BeGambleAware.org<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" All eyes turn to St James\u2019 Park on Tuesday, 21 October, where Eddie Howe\u2019s Magpies face Benfica in a pivotal<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":17266,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[40],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17251","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-football"],"yoast_head":"\n