Stats - HT/FT


A team that dominates the first half doesn’t always win the whole match. Bettors should be well aware of this, given the vast betting options available. This is also one reason why it's valuable to track team statistics and how they perform in specific parts of a match. What exactly is the halftime/fulltime result?

Meaning of HT/FT

The HT/FT bet, also known as the breaker, is simply predicting the result of the first half and the entire match. For bettors, it’s a unique bet, as correctly predicting the breaker often results in a high payout. The most popular choices among bettors are 1/2 and 2/1. The odds for these events range from about 30.00 to even 100.00.

The halftime/fulltime result (HT/FT) is often linked to BTTS bets, meaning that both teams will score. In the BTTS - Both Teams to Score Statistics section, you can find teams where both teams frequently score at least one goal in matches.

Analyzing HT/FT Statistics

Halftime/fulltime match statistics are often analyzed by bettors, as hitting this type of bet offers the chance for a large win. For effective analysis of HT/FT stats, insight into the results of the 1st half and the full match is helpful. Teams with the greatest difference between these results can provide interesting bets with high odds, which are abundant in the Premier League table.

When analyzing halftime/fulltime stats, it's worth considering teams that perform particularly well in the 1st half. The best clubs attack their rivals from the start to “kill the match” as quickly as possible. Even if the favorite’s odds were very low, betting on them to win both the 1st half and the entire match can be attractive.

HT/FT System – Possible Result Interpretations

The halftime/fulltime system is a complex tool for a bettor, who can expect 9 different outcomes at the end of the match. These are indicated by special codes, and each result can be part of a strategy.

1/1

The 1/1 type indicates the home team leads at halftime and wins at the final whistle. This ticket will only be successful if both conditions are met.

2/2

HT/FT bets with a 2/2 result indicate the exact opposite of the above: the away team leads at halftime and secures the win.

1/2

In this combination, the home team leads at halftime, but the opposing team wins after the final whistle. HT/FT bets of the 1/2 type require precise analysis, though they are often marked by randomness and high odds.

2/1

This is the opposite of 1/2. Here, the away team dominates the first half, but the home team ultimately triumphs. The odds for this event are often even higher than in the previous combination.

X/1

The letter X in HT/FT bets represents a draw. The X/1 notation indicates that there was a draw in the first half, but the home team ultimately won. The same applies to X/2, where the away team wins following a first-half draw.

X/X

Most of the symbols should now be clear. It’s easy to deduce that two Xs signify a draw at both halftime and the end of the match. However, remember that for a successful ticket, both predictions must be correct.

1/X and 2/X

The last possible outcomes involve the home team (1/X) or the away team (2/X) winning the first half, with the entire match ending in a draw.

How to Bet on HT/FT - The Breaker

Now that you know what the halftime/fulltime market is, here are some betting tips that might help you in finding picks. So, how do you bet on halftime/fulltime results to increase your chances of winning?

  • Bet on favorites - if you like betting on clear favorites, the halftime/fulltime market is for you. Betting that the favorite will win both the 1st half and the entire match will significantly increase the odds compared to the basic result market.
  • Look for breakers - betting on breakers is not easy. The best approach is to analyze Statistics - 1st and 2nd Half, where you can find stats on clubs that frequently win both the first and second half. Trying your hand at finding breakers can yield high payouts.
  • Bet on a first-half draw - sometimes no goals are scored by halftime. Such matches are common, for example, in France’s Ligue 1, so familiarity with the Ligue 1 - Table can be helpful. Sometimes, your analysis may suggest that an X/1 or X/2 bet, predicting a win after a first-half draw, is a good idea.
  • Choose a bookmaker with many markets - before you start betting, pick a bookmaker that offers as many markets as possible. Also, check if the halftime/fulltime result market is available in lower leagues and weaker divisions.