Beginner Sports Betting Tips For The World Cup
There’s much to love about the World Cup. It is, after all, arguably the best sporting competition on the planet, one that brings together people from all corners of the globe for a month of all-out excitement and drama. Because it’s taking place in the winter months, the 2022 edition will be slightly different from what we’ve known before, but that doesn’t mean it’ll be any less enjoyable.
With a little bit of luck, England will go a couple of steps further than they did last time and win the competition. But in any case, it’s sure to be an exciting month. And if you’re a betting person, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to test your skills. Don’t worry if you’re new to the world of sports betting, however — it’s easy to pick up! In this blog, we’ll run through some beginner tips to get you off on the right foot.
Conduct Your Research
You could try to pick a winner using just your intuition, but that’s not the most sophisticated approach. You’ll be greatly enhancing your chances of winning if you conduct some research before placing a wager, especially if you’re betting on teams other than England which you might not know quite as well. Look at the form guide, identify key players, and see where teams are strong/weak, and then make your prediction.
Diversify Your Bets
Most newcomers to sports betting just pick a direct winner of a match, but that’s not always the best approach. There are plenty of betting types available, including predicting the score, goalscorers, or grouping together games in an accumulator. These types of bets usually yield a higher return, too.
Other Competitions
There’ll be plenty of experienced bettors looking to put traditional bets on for the World Cup. But there’ll also be new betting formats that both beginner and experienced bettors can get involved with. BetVictor will be launching a ‘Crack The Code’ competition (don’t worry, you don’t need to be a codebreaker to enter), while there’ll also be fantasy football tournaments you can bet on, too.
Read the Local News
The internet has made it possible to read news stories and opinions from other countries, even if you don’t speak the local language. If you’re betting on the outcome of games played by teams outside of England, it’s recommended you read the local newspapers. They’ll offer a level of insight that you won’t find in English papers, where the information will likely be pretty basic.
Focus on Pre-Match
There are plenty of in-play bets available but, if you’re a newcomer, it’s best to focus on putting your bets on pre-match. In-play betting can be profitable, but it usually requires a bit more skill. Once you’ve got to grips with pre-match betting, you can move on to in-game bets like the next goalscorer and so forth. Plus, by getting all your bets in early, you’ll be able to focus on the game itself and ideally gain some insights that you can use for your next bet.