Sports

American odds explained: + odds show profit on $100, – odds show what you stake to win $100. Learn how to read and calculate payouts fast.

European odds show total return per $1 bet — simple, fast, and beginner-friendly. Learn how they work, calculate payouts, and spot value instantly.

A Trifecta bet predicts 1st, 2nd & 3rd in exact order. Learn how to bet a Trifecta, boost payouts, and play smart with this high-risk, high-reward wager.

A "to win either half" bet wins if your team outscores the opponent in just one half — even if they lose the match. Learn how and when to use it.

Learn how to build custom single-match parlays with Cloudbet's Bet Builder. Combine markets from the same game for smarter, high-upside bets.

Arbitrage betting means placing bets on all outcomes across different sportsbooks to secure a small, guaranteed profit from odds discrepancies. Learn the risks of arbing and how you can use it to make smarter bets.

Asian totals split your bet across lines like 2.0 and 2.5, giving partial wins or refunds—perfect for tight games where every goal counts.

Fixed odds betting locks in the odds when you place your bet, so your payout won’t change even if the line moves. Learn how fixed odds give you clarity and control.

Availability bias is when bettors rely on vivid memories over real odds — this bias can lead to impulsive bets and poor decisions. Learn how to spot it.

A parlay bet is a single wager that links multiple bets, called legs, into one. Bigger payout potential, higher risk—every leg has to hit to win.

Draw No Bet is a type of sports bet that removes the draw as a losing outcome. If the match ends in a draw, you don't win or lose—your full stake is refunded.

A Lucky 31 bet covers all 31 combos of five picks—singles, doubles, trebles, and more—giving you payout chances even if some selections lose.