Plzen hosts Qarabag in this return leg of the Champions League qualifier playoff, with both clubs still hoping to make progress. The first leg ended in a goalless draw in Qarabag, and the host will hope to finish the job at home. However, the away side earned a draw at home, and now it remains an open game with all to play for. Because UEFA has scrapped the away goal rule, both clubs will have the same chance to earn a win in this game, and the home fans will urge their team to go all out to get it. Plzen has lost none of their last five matches, and their only draw in that period was the first leg of this game. They will hope to finally win Qarabag and make the group stages of the UCL. Qarabag has two draws and three wins from their last five competitive games, and they know this game would be tough. These clubs have met four times in the UCL before now, and there has been no winner, with each of those matches ending in draws. Because there are no more away goals, a winner must emerge in this game. BTTS is the best tip for this match. For similar tips, click here.

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So, you want to start wagering on football and would like a beginners guide to football betting? If you answered this question as “yes”, you are in the right place. Football is one of the most popular sports people bet on passionately in the world, and truth be told if you really want to win in it or get the same rewards these avid players get, then it is important that you understand things like the key features of football markets and their inner workings as well. Whether you are betting as a hobby  or in it professionally, this beginners’ guide gives you knowledge on how football betting works, odds, types of bets you are likely to come across and tips too that’ll make the process easier for you. Let’s dive in… What Is Football Betting? Football betting is the act of predicting football match results and placing a wager (bet) on their outcomes. In football betting there are several markets offered by bookmakers in competitions and league matches as well. Each market is different and pays differently depending on the rules of prediction governing them and how accurately you make those predictions. How Does Football Betting Work? During football season several matches can happen in a week making available markets to bet on which are offered by bookmakers (betting sites) in the form of huge varieties of different odds on every single detail of a match. These bookmakers give their prices on the outcome of matches and events that happen during a match like number of goals scored, corners won, red or yellow cards issued to a player, and individual goal scorers. Similarly, many different bookmakers continuously give customers special offers and competitive odds to ensure that you get the best value bet. Once the outcome of your betting prediction is confirmed and your bet emerges a winner, you will be paid your original stake price plus the winning from the odds. What are odds in football betting? In betting, odds are what represent the probability of an  event occuring (like a match ending in a draw or 4 goals to one). The price shown for an odd means the percentage chance of an event happening or not. Odds also represent the ratio between amounts staked by parties to a wager or bet. So, if there is an odds of 3 to 1 it simply means the first party (the bookmaker) staked three times the amount wagered by the second party  (the bettor). If you are starting football betting or any other type of betting, you need to understand, read and be able to interpret various odds formats because it helps you intelligently place bets. Types of odds There are three main types of odds – Moneyline (American), British odds (fractional), and European odds (decimal). We have briefly explained all 3 types below. 1. Fractional Odds Fractional odds, UK or traditional odds are mostly used by British and Irish bookmakers and are written with a slash (/) or hyphen (-). The world’s largest bookmakers use this odds. In fractional odds you receive a stipulated amount plus the wager you placed, as a total payout. So if the odds are 6/1, you will get $6 for $1 you placed. And will also get your stake back in addition to the profit of $6 that’s $7. 2. European Odds European Odds  or Decimal odds are popular in places like Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. These odds are easier to understand and calculate and it involves supporting favorites or underdogs. Decimal odds numbers represent the amount you win for every $1 you wager and the total payout you get rather than the profit. Your stake is already included in the decimal number, so there is no need to add back your stake. If you bet $100 on a decimal listing of 4.00 you get a total payout of $400 that is ($100 x 4.00) – your initial stake of $100 and a net profit of $300. 3. Moneyline Odds Moneyline Odds aka American or US Odds are popularly used in the United States. In moneyline, odds backing favorites are accompanied by a minus sign (-)  and show the amount you need to stake to win $100 – e.g stake $300 to win payout of $100. While odds for underdogs have a plus sign (+) and show the amount you win for every $100 you stake. E.g stake $100 to win $300. Whether you back the favorites or underdogs, you get your initial wager price back plus the amount won. Types of Football Bets There are different types of football bets or markets. In some, like Accumulator Bets, you can combine different selections into one large odds price to place your bet. 1. Double Chance Double Chance bets lets you bet on three outcomes of a match: Home team or draw Away team or draw Home team or away team win If any of your outcomes happen, you win. 2. Accumulator Bets Accumulator Bets combine multiple selections into one bet and have the potential to offer you big rewards because your winnings from each match selections are put on the next one.  You can pick up to four teams and if they all win, you receive your payout. 3. Over/Under In Overs and Unders you bet on the amount of goals to be scored, over or under an amount. If you bet over 2.5 it means 3 or more goals, while under 2.5 means 0, 1, or 2 goals to be scored. 4. Draw No Bet In Draw No Bet you bet on the outcome of a match, but if it ends in a draw, you get your money back. DNB is a safe bet, but has  lower odds than other markets. 5. In-Play In In-Play betting, you can place your bets for an outcome while a match is currently ongoing. As you watch the match live, you can bet on which team will score next. 6. Match Bet Match Bets