The term “Over 2.5” refers to a fractional Total Over bet. This market means that in the upcoming match, the combined total number of goals or points scored by both teams must be at least three for the wager to win. Depending on the sport, this total can represent goals, pucks, points, penalties, or warnings. The “Over 2.5” bet is one of the most common markets offered by bookmakers and is featured in both the main and additional betting lines for sports such as football (soccer), hockey, futsal, and water polo.
Possible outcomes of “Total Over 2.5”
When placing a “Over 2.5” bet, the bettor can expect the following possible outcomes:
Win: The bet wins if both teams together score 3 or more points in total.
Loss: The bet loses if both teams score no more than 2 points in total, as specified in the betting slip.
Refund: A fractional bet does not provide for a refund. However, the bookmaker may return the stake if the event is officially canceled and no technical victory is awarded.
