The notation “Handicap 2(+2/-2)” is used by bookmakers as two separate bets (“Handicap 2(+2)” and “Handicap 2(-2)”) when compiling lines for team sports matches. It indicates that the athlete or team listed second in the pair will either defeat the opponent by a margin of 3 or more goals or avoid losing by the same difference in goals.
Possible outcomes of the “Handicap 2(+2)” bet
This type of wager has three possible outcomes:
Win: team No. 2 wins, draws, or loses by 1 goal.
Loss: team No. 2 loses by a margin of 3 or more goals.
Refund: the wager amount is returned to the bettor if team No. 2 loses by exactly 2 goals.
Possible outcomes of the “Handicap 2(-2)” bet
This type of bet provides for three possible results:
Win: team No. 2 wins by a margin of 3 or more goals.
Loss: occurs when participant No. 2 loses, draws, or wins by a margin of 1 goal.
Refund: occurs when team No. 2 defeats the opponent by exactly 2 goals.
