This is one of the bets in halftime wagering whereby punters are supposed to predict whether their selections will score more goals than their opponents in the second half of the match. All bets in this market apply to the second half of play only. Bets are settled based on the score for only the second 45 minutes of play including stoppage time, and excluding extra time and penalty shoot-outs.

Basically, you are provided with three options:

• Bet on the Home team to win the second half of the match;

• Bet on the Away team to win the second half of the match, or

• Bet on a draw in the second half of the match.

To Win the Second Half Betting Market Example

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The odds offered by online bookmakers in this bet vary depending on the abilities of the participating teams. For instance, in a Arsenal vs. Norwich match, the odds for Arsenal to score more goals in the second half can be 8/15, 13/2 for Norwich to score more goals, and 2/1 for a draw.

This bet starts with a 0-0 score in the second half, as if there is no first half. This implies that any goal scored in the first half is not considered during settlement.

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Betting at the half provides you with an opportunity to examine the flow of the game. You can assess the defensive play of your favorite team, the chemistry of the players, and their likelihood to win you the bet in the second half of the match. While such an analysis can lead to a proper selection, it does not necessarily imply that the events of the first half will be replicated in the second half as well. In fact, a coach might decide to substitute players and completely change the strategy or approach of the team in the second half.

If the match is abandoned or cancelled in the second half, all bets are considered void since the winner cannot be unconditionally determined.