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Asian Handicap Betting Explained (Page 1 of 3)

January 16, 2020   Personal game   No comments

ASIAN HANDICAP BETTING

Asian Handicap is a bet type designed to even out the soccer game for betting purposes, and eliminate the draw. The handicap is given in an attempt to make the two teams equal for betting purposes.

The Handicap is given as head start to the underdog, so they have a virtual lead in the game. For example with 1/2 goal (0.5), 1 goal (1), etc. For betting purposes, the winning team is decided on the final score, after 90 minutes (normal time) after taking the handicap into account.

There are two types of Asian Handicaps, namely, Single Handicaps and Split (Double or Quarter) Handicaps.

NEGATIVE HANDICAPS (Given to the Favorite)

A negative or minus handicap is given to the team considered more likely to win (the favorite). The favorite has to overcome the indicated handicap and will have it taken away from its final score. The handicap for the favorite is preceded by a minus (-) sign.

POSITIVE HANDICAPS (Given to the Underdog)

A positive or plus handicap is given to the team considered less likely to win (the underdog). The underdog is given a headstart, and will have the handicap added to its final score. The handicap for the underdog is preceded by a plus (+) sign.

Example 1: 0.5 ball handicap

In this example, the underdogs will start the game with a score of +0.5. In effect, this means that there can’t be a draw result when the handicap is included. The favorite will have to win by at least 1 goal to win the bet, while bets on the underdog will win with any other result.

Example 2: 0 ball handicap

If the two teams are evenly matched, a 0 ball handicap will be offered. In this case you can bet on either team to win the match. If the match ends in a draw all bets are refunded.

Example 3: 1 ball handicap

In this example, the favourite will start the game with a score of -1. This means that the favourite must win by 2 or more goals to win the bet. The bet will be refunded if the favourite only beat the underdogs by 1 goal. Conversely, the underdog will win the bet if only they win or draw the match, while the bets will be refunded if the favourite only beat the underdogs by 1 goal.

You must either deduct the handicap from the favorite or add it to the underdogs’ final score – not both.

Example 4: Bradford City v Bury (Negative Handicap)

In this example, Bradford City are considered favorites for the match. As such, the handicap offered for the game is Bradford City -0.5 at 1.82 to beat Bury. This means that Bradford City will need to beat Bury by at least 1 goal for the bet to win. To calculate the return, simply multiply the stake (amount bet) by the price (1.82).

Scenario 1:

Player bets $50 on Bradford City -0.5 at 1.82. Final score is Bradford City 3, Bury 1.

1. Calculating if the bet is a winner. To calculate if the bet is a winner, simply subtract the handicap from the final score. In this scenario Bradford City’s adjusted score is 2.5 (final score of 3 less the handicap of 0.5). As such, Bradford City win the match 2.5 goals to 1 goal.

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Online Casinos for Mac

November 29, 2019   Game type   No comments

Now it’s difficult to imagine that once there were such operating systems that didn’t allow gambling fans to play at online casinos because such systems were simply incompatible with the software installed at these casinos.

Till recently there has been one popular operating system which has been neglected by software developers who produce online casino software. This operating system is Macintosh. The software applied in most modern online casinos doesn’t let display adequately the information from the sites while installing this software on the Mac operating system.

But the development of innovative technologies has reached such heights that even the owners of the Apple Macintosh system have got a chance to gamble online and spend free time getting fun from their favorite games. Software developers have created special casino software based on Flash technologies, the so called ‘online casino for Mac’. Now users don’t have to download or install it on their computers. They can visit an online casino or a poker room and start exercising their abilities at once.

Macintosh owners get a number of benefits in comparison with PC owners. First of all, they are safely guarded against any viruses or spyware since most essential applications have been already pre-installed on the device. Moreover, Mac computers can function on two systems simultaneously: on Mac and Windows. Secondly, you can gamble as much as you want – Macs will never spoil your eyesight due to its improved technology.

Most fans are very thrilled that now some online casino games can be played on their favorite operating system. Now players can even choose from several options according to their requirements and needs, which is pleasant and exciting.

Moreover, players can play for free and for real money without any difficulties or problems in receiving the money. The interface for Macintosh is not complicated and user-friendly and, as a rule, is compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems.

Unfortunately, there are still casinos that do not provide downloadable Mac versions of the games. But don’t get the hump – you can always play flash games available for Mac and PC users. Of course, the quality of the sound and graphics can be lower than in the downloadable versions, but still you’ll be able to enjoy your favorite online casino games.

But in case you are still not satisfied with the flash version, then you may download from the Internet a special PC emulator application and use it for running PC software on your Mac device. Such emulators will provide the access to your favorite games. Thus, no obstacles for Mac users in playing casino games now! No matter whether it is poker, craps, blackjack or roulette, you can experience the best quality and emotions that only a few years ago were available for PC users only!

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