Analysts expect that almost $1 billion will be bet on the 2010 Football World Cup during the tournament. Football fans look to turn their knowledge of the beautiful game into profits in the Football World Cup betting markets. Despite the fortune that will be bet on World Cup odds, many more football fans would like to bet on the tournament but feel intimidated by the prospect of using an online bookmaker and placing bets online. In reality, football betting is straightforward, and this simple guide to World Cup betting will show you how to get started:
1. What You Need
The first thing you need to place bets online is a reputable bookmaker. Online betting guides like Gambling-Guru.com provide in-depth reviews of top bookmakers, ensuring that you only deal with the best in the business. Look out for bookmakers in the United Kingdom and Ireland, as these are regulated and have decades of experience in sports betting.
2. Opening an Account
You must open an account once you’ve found a quality online bookmaker. During the registration process, you’ll be asked to provide personal details. You are not required to deposit funds while registering your account. However, some bookmakers will require you to register your credit card.
3. Depositing Funds
If you like the look and feel of your online bookmaker, you’ll want to deposit funds into your account. The easiest way to do this is with a VISA credit card. While other credit cards also work, VISA cards are the easiest to withdraw winnings from your account. Using a credit card will also ensure you qualify for a free bet.
4. Free Bets
All online bookmakers offer Free World Cup bets to new account holders. Once you have made your deposit, you can earn your free bet by placing a bet. Remember that the free bet you are awarded will match the value of your first bet. Once your first bet produces a result, you will be awarded a free bet coupon to use on any market.
5. Placing a Bet
Placing a World Cup bet is simple. Find football on the list of betting sports, select the World Cup from the sub-menu, and choose the market you would like to bet on. As a beginner, it’s easiest to bet on the outcome of a match in the match betting markets. To place a bet, tick the result you expect the game to produce. Your ‘selection’ will then appear on a betting slip on your screen, and you will be prompted to enter the amount you would like to bet and asked to confirm your bet. If you’re confused about how World Cup odds work, ensure your odds format setting is on ‘decimal.’ Decimal odds are the simplest format to understand – multiply your stake by the decimal odds to determine the total payout on a winning bet.
6. Bet Results
Your World Cup bets will be settled within minutes of a match producing a result. If your bet wins, the winnings will be added to your balance. You can withdraw your funds at any time. Remember that you will only be rewarded with a free bet once you have placed your first bet and the event you bet on has produced a result.
