The bet “Team 2 Over 0.5” refers to the Individual Total Over market for the second (away) team, predicting that they will score at least one goal during the match.
This type of bet may appear in any team or paired sport (where two athletes or teams compete against each other) in which a score is recorded. However, it is most common in football. The highest odds for the “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet are usually found in matches where the favorite plays at home against an underdog.
Possible outcomes
When placing a “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet, the player can expect several possible outcomes:
Win: The “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet wins if the away team wins by any score.
In Round 1 of the English Premier League, Tottenham hosted Everton and lost 0–1. The “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet won, even though Tottenham were the favorites in this match.
Loss: The “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet loses if the home team wins by any score or if the match ends in a draw.
In Round 3 of the 2020/21 English Premier League, West Bromwich hosted Chelsea and drew 3–3. The “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet lost, as Chelsea — the match favorites — failed to score one more goal to secure the win.
Refund: The “Team 2 Over 0.5” bet is refunded only if the match is canceled or not played.
