Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Tactical Review.
- Accumulator
- A single bet that links two or more selections; all must win for the bet to pay out, increasing potential returns.
- American Odds
- Odds expressed as a positive or negative number; positive odds show profit on a $100 bet, negative odds show how much you must bet to win $100.
- Asian Handicap
- A point-spread bet that gives a underdog a virtual head start or the favorite a virtual deficit, making odds closer to evens.
- Bankroll Management
- The practice of setting aside a specific budget for betting and deciding how much to wager on each bet.
- Bet Builder
- A tool that allows you to combine multiple selections from the same match into a single custom wager.
- Bookmaker
- A company or individual that sets odds and accepts bets from players.
- BTTS
- Short for Both Teams To Score; a bet that both sides will find the net at least once during the match.
- Cash Out
- A feature that lets you settle a bet before the event ends, locking in a profit or limiting a loss based on current odds.
- Correct Score
- A wager that predicts the exact final score of a match, such as 2‑1 or 3‑0.
- Decimal Odds
- A format that expresses the total return per unit staked, including the original stake (e.g., 2.50 means $2.50 returned for each $1).
- First Goalscorer
- A bet on which player will score the opening goal of the match.
- Fractional Odds
- A traditional UK format showing the profit relative to the stake, such as 5/1 meaning $5 profit for every $1 wagered.
- Free Bet
- A promotional offer that lets you place a bet without using your own money, with any winnings usually returned minus the stake.
- In-Play Betting
- Placing a wager on a match while it is already in progress, with odds that update as the game unfolds.
- Lay Bet
- A bet that a particular outcome will not happen, typically placed on a betting exchange.
- Matched Betting
- A technique that uses free bets and odds discrepancies to guarantee a profit regardless of the outcome.
- Odds
- The numerical price of a bet that reflects both the likelihood of an outcome and the potential payout.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total number of goals in a match will be higher or lower than a line set by the bookmaker.
- Punter
- A person who places a bet, often used in the UK and Australia.
- Responsible Gambling
- A set of principles and tools aimed at ensuring betting remains safe, fair, and within personal limits.
- Self-Exclusion
- A formal process where a bettor can block themselves from accessing betting sites for a set period.
- Stake
- The amount of money you risk on a bet.
- Tipster
- A person or service that provides predictions and advice on which bets to place.
- Value Bet
- A bet where the odds offered are higher than the true probability of the outcome, giving an edge to the bettor.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must turnover a bonus or free bet before you can withdraw any resulting winnings.