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Guide to betting on Football

When it comes to betting on football, the rise of the internet and the increase in televised coverage has made this pastime more popular than ever. Getting started in football betting is easy and there are many tips that you can pick up on the way that could hopefully turn the odds in your favour.

In the first instance, you are obviously going to need an account. Maybe you have a preferred high street bookmaker with an online presence but if not, a quick internet search will bring a large list of outlets before you. Most, if not all, will be offering incentives in the form of free bets so take your time and consider which of these is most appealing.

With your new account open, it`s time to place a bet and the best place to start involves predicting the result in a single game. Here you have just three possible outcomes with a win for either side or a drawn game and this is where most new gamblers begin.

With the growth of televised football in line with the rise in online betting, a whole new set of markets has emerged and there are some very innovative gambles to get involved in. These days you can place a bet on virtually any aspect of a football match from the number of corners to the number of red and yellow cards issued.

Whether you`re an experienced gambler or a complete novice, everyone is looking for a system and while there may not be anything that comes close to a no risk gamble, there are many tips to look out for that can help you turn a profit.

As far as the red and yellow card bet is concerned, have a look through previous fixtures and see if there are any games that historically, have a record of indiscipline. If a fixture tends to produce a lot of bookings and sendings off then the trend is likely to continue. Similarly, some referees have a tendency to issue more cards than others so find out who they are, make a list and bet accordingly.

A popular bet amongst both new and experienced gamblers involves predicting who will be the first goal scorer in any game. Naturally, the higher scoring centre forwards are more likely to hit the net first but if you look through any team, you could find some tempting alternatives.

Have a look at the free kick and penalty takers and if these are midfielders or defenders, they could have a good chance of opening the scoring but their odds could be much higher. Additionally, if those defenders come up for corners and free kicks and contribute their fair share of goals, they could also be worth a bet.

As you become more experienced as a gambler, you can take in more complicated bets including the exciting format of betting in play, where you can analyse the course of a match and place a bet after it`s kicked off.

Above all, football betting should be fun and it should add to your enjoyment of any match. However, by doing some research and looking for free footy tips, you can turn the odds in your favour.