Goalscorer bet
With a goalscorer bet you tip which player scores. You can back the first goalscorer, for example, or a player to score at any point in the match.
At a glance
How does a goalscorer bet work?
With a goalscorer bet you tip a particular player to score. There are several versions. For the first goalscorer, your player has to score the match's first goal. For the anytime goalscorer, a goal at any point in normal time is enough.
This bet type targets an individual player rather than the team. The result of the match does not matter; all that counts is whether your chosen player scores. The goalscorer bet is therefore a player bet and is clearly different from the classic win bet.
At the betting shop, the bigger matches often carry a goalscorer bet with a long list of possible players. Each name has its own odds, which depend on the player's scoring record and their role in the side. Strikers usually sit at the top with lower odds, defenders further down with high ones.
The guide Bet types at a glance explains the wider context.
What variants are there with a goalscorer bet?
Depending on the provider, you will find several versions of this bet. The table sets out the common ones and what each needs.
| Version | Condition | Odds level |
|---|---|---|
| First goalscorer | player scores the match's first goal | high |
| Last goalscorer | player scores the match's last goal | high |
| Anytime goalscorer | player scores at some point in the match | medium |
Because an individual player is hard to call, the odds are often high. The anytime goalscorer is the most likely, so it carries the lowest odds.
Worked example: goalscorer bet
Say you stake 5 euros on a striker. You work out the payout with payout = stake times odds. The table compares the three versions, each with a winning tip.
| Version | Odds | Payout if it comes in |
|---|---|---|
| Anytime goalscorer | 2.50 | 12.50 euros |
| First goalscorer | 5.00 | 25.00 euros |
| Last goalscorer | 5.50 | 27.50 euros |
The tighter the timing you call, the higher the odds and the less likely the win. If your player does not score, you lose the stake.
When does a goalscorer bet suit you?
A goalscorer bet can suit you above all when you can judge a player well. A reliable striker who starts regularly and takes the penalties is an obvious pick for the anytime goalscorer. The odds are then lower, but the chance of a win is higher.
Anyone chasing high odds goes for the first or last goalscorer instead, or tips a less obvious player. Such tips are harder to land but return far more when they come in. A look at recent form helps: how often has the player scored lately, and how many minutes have they been on the pitch?
At the betting shop, the bigger matches carry a long list of possible goalscorers with their odds. Take your time to compare them before you decide.
What are the pros and cons of a goalscorer bet?
The goalscorer bet is a distinctive player bet, often with high odds.
- Advantage: high odds, because an individual goalscorer is hard to call
- Advantage: the result of the match does not matter
- Advantage: the many versions let you tip at different levels of risk
- Disadvantage: an injury, a suspension or a substitution can end the tip early
- Disadvantage: own goals usually do not count as a win
- Disadvantage: whether one particular player scores is hard to judge reliably
What should you look out for with a goalscorer bet?
Check beforehand that your player is in the starting line-up. Injuries, suspensions or a substitution can all affect your bet. Note too that own goals usually do not count as a win. Do not let high odds tempt you into unlikely tips. Stake only money you can spare, and play responsibly. Gambling is permitted only from the age of 18 (21 in Bremen).
Also known as: goalscorer, goalscorer bet, who scores
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Frequently asked questions about Goalscorer bet
What is a goalscorer bet?
With a goalscorer bet you tip which player scores. You can back the first goalscorer, for example, or a player to score at any point in the match. The individual player counts, not the team. The result of the match does not matter, only whether your chosen player scores.
What types of goalscorer bets are there?
Depending on the provider, there are several versions. For the first goalscorer, your player has to score the first goal. For the last goalscorer, the match's last goal counts. For the anytime goalscorer, a goal at any point is enough. Because an individual player is hard to call, the odds are often high.
What do I need to look out for with a goalscorer bet?
Check beforehand that your player is in the starting line-up. Injuries or substitutions can affect your bet. Own goals usually do not count. Stake only money you can spare, and play responsibly. Gambling is permitted only from the age of 18 (21 in Bremen).
