The term “Handicap 1(+2/-2)” refers to bets on the final result of one of the teams. It appears in bookmaker lines as “Handicap 1(+2)” or “Handicap 1(-2).” This type of wager is used in listings for team sports events such as hockey, futsal, water polo, and football. The notation “Handicap 1(+2/-2)” indicates that the team listed first in the matchup will either avoid defeat or win by more than two goals.
Possible outcomes for the “Handicap 1(+2)” bet
The following outcomes are possible for this wager:
Win: occurs when team №1 wins, draws, or loses by one goal.
Loss: occurs when team №1 loses the match by a margin of three or more goals.
Refund: occurs if team №1 loses by exactly two goals.
Possible outcomes for the “Handicap 1(-2)” bet
This type of wager provides three possible outcomes:
Win: occurs when team №1 wins by more than two goals.
Loss: occurs when team №1 loses, draws, or wins by just one goal.
Refund: is issued by the bookmaker if team №1 wins by exactly two goals.
