The designation “X2 & Total Under 2.5” refers to a combined bet that includes two possible outcomes within the same sporting event. This wager predicts that the home team will not win, and that both teams together will score no more than two goals during the match. The “X2 & Total Under 2.5” market is featured by bookmakers in the betting lines for team sports such as football (soccer), hockey, and futsal.
When it’s recommended to place a “X2 and Total Under 2.5” bet
The “X2 and Total Under 2.5” wager is recommended in the following cases:
- Both teams are defensively solid and not known for high-scoring matches;
- The away team is the favorite or is highly motivated due to tournament standings.
Possible outcomes
This combined bet allows for only two possible outcomes:
Win: The “X2 and Total Under 2.5” bet wins if the match ends with a score of 0–0, 1–0, 0–1, or 1–1, and the away team does not lose.
Loss: The bet loses if the away team is defeated or if the total number of goals scored in the match exceeds two.
Refund: Refunds are not provided for the “X2 and Total Under 2.5” market by bookmakers.
