Football Basics: Rules You Should Know

2 min. readlast update: 02.13.2026

Football Betting – General Rules⚽

Football is one of the most popular sports to bet on at OKBet. Below are the general rules and key market types you need to know when placing football bets.


⏱️ "90 Minutes" Play Rule

  • All bets are settled based on the scheduled 90 minutes of play, including any stoppage or injury time.

  • This excludes:

    • Extra time

    • Golden goals

    • Penalty shootouts

    • Match outcomes changed by governing bodies after the match

  • In-Play bets are also settled on the outcome at the end of 90 minutes, unless otherwise stated.


⏱️ "45 Minutes" Play Rule

  • Refers to the first half of the match, including stoppage or injury time.

  • Also excludes extra time, golden goals, penalty shootouts, and post-match rulings.


 

Main Football Betting Markets

Handicap Betting

  • Full Time

  • 1st Half

  • Extra Time

  • Extra Time – 1st Half

Goals: Over / Under

  • Full Match Over / Under

  • 1st Half Over / Under

  • In-Play Over / Under Goals

  • Extra Time – Goals: Over / Under

  • Extra Time – Goals: Over / Under (1st Half)

  • Team Goals – Over / Under

1X2 (Match Result)

  • Full Match 1X2

  • 1st Half 1X2

  • In-Play 1X2

  • Extra Time – 1X2

  • Extra Time – 1X2 (1st Half)

 


📖 Learn More

To learn more about each market description and other bet types, select from the drop-down menu in this link: OKBet Football Rules & Market Guide

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