The designation “Handicap 1(+4.5/-4.5)” can be found in the betting lines for sporting events as two separate wagers: “Handicap 1(+4.5)” and “Handicap 1(-4.5).” These individual bets are listed by bookmakers in team sports match lines when an obvious underdog plays against a clear favorite.
This designation indicates that the team designated as the nominal or actual home side will either not lose the match by more than 4 goals or will win by at least 5 goals.
Possible outcomes for the bet “Handicap 1(+4.5)”
The following outcomes are possible:
Win: occurs if team №1 wins, draws, or loses by no more than 4 goals.
Loss: occurs when team №1 loses by 5 goals or more.
Refund: is issued by the bookmaker if the sporting event is canceled without an awarded technical defeat.
Possible outcomes for the bet “Handicap 1(-4.5)”
The following outcomes are possible for this wager:
Win: occurs if team №1 defeats its opponent by 5 goals or more.
Loss: occurs if team №1 fails to defeat its opponent by 5 or more goals.
Refund: is issued by the bookmaker if the match between the two teams is officially canceled without an awarded technical win.
