The notation “Handicap 1 (+1.5 / -1.5)” refers to a type of bet known as the European Handicap. It is commonly used in betting lines for football, hockey, and futsal. In match listings, it appears as either “Handicap 1 (-1.5)” or “Handicap 1 (+1.5)”. This bet indicates that the home team will either win by at least two goals or avoid losing by two or more goals, depending on which side of the handicap is chosen.
When to use the “Handicap 1 (+1.5 / -1.5)” bet
This type of wager is suitable in the following scenarios:
- Handicap 1 (-1.5): Best used when a strong favorite plays at home against a weaker opponent with a poor defensive record.
- Handicap 1 (+1.5): Suitable when a mid-table or defensive team hosts a much stronger opponent and is expected to keep the score close.
Possible outcomes of the “Handicap 1 (+1.5 / -1.5)” bet
Win: The bet wins if Team 1 wins by at least two goals (“Handicap 1 (-1.5)”) or loses by only one goal (“Handicap 1 (+1.5)”).
Loss: The bet loses if Team 1 fails to win by two goals (“Handicap 1 (-1.5)”) or loses by two or more goals (“Handicap 1 (+1.5)”).
Refund: No refund is provided for this type of bet. A refund is possible only if the match is canceled or declared void without a technical defeat.
