The term “Handicap 1(+3.5/-3.5)” appears in bookmaker lines as “Handicap 1(+3.5)” or “Handicap 1(-3.5).” This designation is regularly used by bookmakers in betting lines for matches in team sports featuring a clear favorite and an obvious underdog. “Handicap 1(+3.5/-3.5)” indicates that the home team will not lose to its opponent by a margin of 4 or more goals, or will win by more than 3 goals.
Possible outcomes of the bet “Handicap 1(+3.5)”
The following outcomes are possible for this type of bet:
Win: occurs if team №1 loses by no more than 3 goals.
Loss: occurs if team №1 loses by 4 or more goals.
Refund: is possible if the bookmaker officially declares the sporting event void.
Possible outcomes of the bet “Handicap 1(-3.5)”
This wager provides for the following outcomes:
Win: occurs when team №1 wins by 4 or more goals.
Loss: occurs when team №1 loses, draws, or wins by no more than 3 goals.
Refund: is possible if the sporting event is officially canceled.
