Market guide
How does the 1X2 market work?
The 1X2 market is one of the most traditional ways to bet on football. It represents three possible outcomes in regular time: home win, draw, or away win.
Updated on May 28, 2026
What 1, X, and 2 mean
In the 1X2 market, 1 represents the home team winning, X represents a draw, and 2 represents the away team winning.
If Manchester City hosts Liverpool, for example, 1 would be Manchester City, X would be a draw, and 2 would be Liverpool.
The result usually applies to regular time
At most bookmakers, the 1X2 market is settled based on the result at the end of regular time, including stoppage time, but excluding extra time or penalties.
In knockout competitions, this matters: a team may qualify after extra time, but the 1X2 bet is usually decided by the score after 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
How to compare 1X2 odds
Odds for home, draw, and away can vary significantly between bookmakers. Comparing prices helps you find the best potential return for the same selection.
A higher odd does not mean the bet is more likely, only that the potential return is higher. Evaluate probability, price, and risk before betting.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1X2 in sports betting?
It is the market where you choose between a home win, a draw, or an away win in regular time.
What does X mean in the 1X2 market?
X means draw. A bet on X wins if the match finishes level in the period considered by the bookmaker.
Does extra time count in 1X2?
Usually no. 1X2 normally considers regular time plus stoppage time only, but always check the bookmaker's rules.