Best Football Double Chance Predictions

Updated on May 11, 2025 Shows outcome probability of each result

Germany

Bayer Leverkusen

Borussia Dortmund

45.8%

24.2%

30.1%

69.9%

54.2%

75.8%

Russia

KAMAZ Chelny

Rotor Volgograd

42.9%

32.3%

24.8%

75.2%

57.1%

67.7%

Argentina

Racing de Cordoba

Atletico Guemes

42.2%

31.9%

25.9%

74.1%

57.8%

68.1%

Spain

Sevilla Atletico

Atletico Madrid B

41.8%

31.9%

26.3%

73.7%

58.2%

68.1%

Colombia

Alianza Valledupar

Deportivo Cali

43.5%

30.1%

26.3%

73.7%

56.5%

69.9%

Argentina

Atletico Mitre

Estudiantes Rio Cuarto

40.1%

33.6%

26.3%

73.7%

59.9%

66.4%

USA

New York City

CF Montreal

45.3%

26.5%

28.2%

71.8%

54.7%

73.5%

USA

New York Red Bulls

Los Angeles Galaxy

44.8%

26.5%

28.7%

71.3%

55.2%

73.5%

Peru

Los Chankas CYC

Universidad de Cajamarca

45.2%

28.4%

26.5%

73.5%

54.8%

71.6%

Argentina

Alvarado Mar del Plata

Deportivo Madryn

38.6%

35%

26.5%

73.5%

61.4%

65%

Netherlands

Feyenoord

PSV Eindhoven

40.8%

26.8%

32.5%

67.5%

59.2%

73.2%

Japan

Tokushima Vortis

Renofa Yamaguchi

43.3%

29.9%

26.8%

73.2%

56.7%

70.1%

Norway

Kjelsas

Tromsdalen

38.8%

26.8%

34.4%

65.6%

61.2%

73.2%

Sweden

Orebro Syrianska IF

Assyriska Foreningen

42.4%

26.9%

30.7%

69.3%

57.6%

73.1%

Japan

Jubilo Iwata

Fujieda MYFC

43.7%

26.9%

29.4%

70.6%

56.3%

73.1%

Norway

Follo

Honefoss

40.5%

26.9%

32.6%

67.4%

59.5%

73.1%

Brazil

Sport Recife PE

Cruzeiro MG

40.5%

32.6%

26.9%

73.1%

59.5%

67.4%

South Korea

Gwangju FC

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors

41.5%

26.9%

31.6%

68.4%

58.5%

73.1%

Venezuela

Universidad Central

Portuguesa Acarigua

43%

30%

27%

73%

57%

70%

Sweden

AIK Stockholm

Mjallby

42.4%

30.6%

27%

73%

57.6%

69.4%

Japan

Tokyo Verdy

Shonan Bellmare

44%

27%

29%

71%

56%

73%

Japan

Roasso Kumamoto

Ehime FC

43%

27%

29.9%

70.1%

57%

73%

Andorra

Penya Encarnada

FC Ordino

42.3%

27.1%

30.7%

69.3%

57.7%

72.9%

Denmark

FC Copenhagen

FC Midtjylland

43.1%

27.1%

29.8%

70.2%

56.9%

72.9%

Spain

Leganes

Espanyol

41.3%

31.5%

27.2%

72.8%

58.7%

68.5%

Japan

Mito HollyHock

Blaublitz Akita

44.2%

28.5%

27.3%

72.7%

55.8%

71.5%

Ukraine

Kryvbas Krivoj Rog

Kolos Kovalivka

40.9%

31.8%

27.3%

72.7%

59.1%

68.2%

Portugal

Portimonense

Porto B

42.8%

29.9%

27.3%

72.7%

57.2%

70.1%

England

Liverpool

Arsenal

42%

30.6%

27.4%

72.6%

58%

69.4%

Spain

Athletic Bilbao

Deportivo Alaves

42.3%

30.3%

27.4%

72.6%

57.7%

69.7%

Brazil

Cuiaba MT

Operario PR

42.1%

30.5%

27.4%

72.6%

57.9%

69.5%

England

Manchester United

West Ham

41.8%

27.5%

30.7%

69.3%

58.2%

72.5%

Russia

Rubin Kazan

FK Rostov

44.1%

28.4%

27.5%

72.5%

55.9%

71.6%

Denmark

FC Nordsjaelland

Brondby

39.8%

27.5%

32.7%

67.3%

60.2%

72.5%

Germany

Hannover

Greuther Furth

43.4%

29.1%

27.5%

72.5%

56.6%

70.9%

Vietnam

Binh Duong

Quang Nam

41.3%

31.2%

27.5%

72.5%

58.7%

68.8%

USA

FC Cincinnati

Austin FC

43.6%

28.8%

27.6%

72.4%

56.4%

71.2%

Spain

Real Sociedad B

Ponferradina

42.8%

29.6%

27.6%

72.4%

57.2%

70.4%

Germany

Rot-Weiss Essen

Osnabruck

44%

27.6%

28.4%

71.6%

56%

72.4%

Spain

Racing Santander

Real Oviedo

42.4%

30%

27.6%

72.4%

57.6%

70%

Netherlands

Twente

FC Utrecht

41.4%

27.6%

30.9%

69.1%

58.6%

72.4%

Japan

Cerezo Osaka

Yokohama F. Marinos

41.9%

27.6%

30.4%

69.6%

58.1%

72.4%

USA

FC Dallas

Real Salt Lake

40.9%

27.7%

31.5%

68.5%

59.1%

72.3%

Sweden

Trollhattans

Angelholms

41.6%

27.7%

30.6%

69.4%

58.4%

72.3%

Spain

Albacete

Huesca

42.2%

30.2%

27.7%

72.3%

57.8%

69.8%

Andorra

UE Santa Coloma

FC Santa Coloma

40.8%

31.6%

27.7%

72.3%

59.2%

68.4%

Japan

Sagan Tosu

Ventforet Kofu

42.6%

29.6%

27.8%

72.2%

57.4%

70.4%

Japan

Kashima Antlers

Kawasaki Frontale

41.9%

27.8%

30.2%

69.8%

58.1%

72.2%

Japan

Iwaki FC

Consadole Sapporo

43.5%

28.7%

27.8%

72.2%

56.5%

71.3%

Luxembourg

Rodange 91

US Hostert

40.4%

27.8%

31.8%

68.2%

59.6%

72.2%

Norway

Kristiansund

Fredrikstad

39.8%

32.4%

27.8%

72.2%

60.2%

67.6%

Norway

Brann Bergen

Rosenborg

42.8%

27.8%

29.3%

70.7%

57.2%

72.2%

Portugal

Torreense

Leixoes

44.2%

28%

27.8%

72.2%

55.8%

72%

South Korea

Jeonnam Dragons

Seongnam FC

43.5%

27.8%

28.7%

71.3%

56.5%

72.2%

Japan

Kyoto Sanga FC

Nagoya Grampus

42.6%

27.9%

29.5%

70.5%

57.4%

72.1%

Peru

Deportivo Garcilaso

Cusco FC

37.3%

27.9%

34.9%

65.1%

62.7%

72.1%

England

Tottenham

Crystal Palace

40.9%

27.9%

31.3%

68.7%

59.1%

72.1%

Norway

Moss FK

Lyn Oslo

40.8%

27.9%

31.3%

68.7%

59.2%

72.1%

Croatia

Istra 1961 Pula

NK Varazdin

40.1%

32%

27.9%

72.1%

59.9%

68%

Japan

Gamba Osaka

Sanfrecce Hiroshima

43.8%

28.3%

27.9%

72.1%

56.2%

71.7%

Sweden

Rosengard 1917

Norrby

41.3%

30.6%

28%

72%

58.7%

69.4%

Poland

Chrobry Glogow

Warta Poznan

41.6%

30.4%

28%

72%

58.4%

69.6%

South Korea

Gangwon FC

Gimcheon Sangmu

42.8%

29.2%

28%

72%

57.2%

70.8%

Norway

Raufoss IL

Start Kristiansand

42.8%

28.1%

29.1%

70.9%

57.2%

71.9%

USA

Colorado Rapids

San Jose Earthquakes

42.5%

28.2%

29.3%

70.7%

57.5%

71.8%

Turkey

Sivasspor

Bodrum FK

41.1%

30.7%

28.2%

71.8%

58.9%

69.3%

Germany

Kaiserslautern

Darmstadt

42.7%

28.2%

29.1%

70.9%

57.3%

71.8%

Czech Republic

Viktoria Zizkov

Sparta Prague B

40.8%

28.2%

31%

69%

59.2%

71.8%

Greece

PAOK Thessaloniki

AEK Athens

41.2%

30.6%

28.3%

71.7%

58.8%

69.4%

Slovenia

NK Domzale

Nafta Lendava

40.4%

28.3%

31.2%

68.8%

59.6%

71.7%

Spain

Marbella

Recreativo de Huelva

40.8%

30.9%

28.3%

71.7%

59.2%

69.1%

USA

Houston Dynamo

Seattle Sounders

39.7%

28.4%

31.9%

68.1%

60.3%

71.6%

Norway

KFUM Oslo

Tromso

40.6%

31%

28.4%

71.6%

59.4%

69%

Poland

Legia Warszawa

Lech Poznan

41.4%

30.2%

28.4%

71.6%

58.6%

69.8%

Lithuania

Banga Gargzdai

Suduva Marijampole

39.1%

28.5%

32.4%

67.6%

60.9%

71.5%

Ecuador

Tecnico Universitario

Independiente del Valle

39.7%

28.6%

31.7%

68.3%

60.3%

71.4%

Argentina

Club Atletico Atlanta

San Martin de Tucuman

38.9%

32.5%

28.6%

71.4%

61.1%

67.5%

Czech Republic

FC Vlasim

Varnsdorf

40.3%

31%

28.7%

71.3%

59.7%

69%

Russia

FC Tyumen

Chayka Peschanokopskoye

41.4%

30%

28.7%

71.3%

58.6%

70%

Spain

Barcelona

Real Madrid

41%

28.8%

30.3%

69.7%

59%

71.2%

Brazil

Atletico MG

Fluminense RJ

40.6%

30.6%

28.8%

71.2%

59.4%

69.4%

Czech Republic

Slavia Prague B

Zbrojovka Brno

42.1%

29.1%

28.8%

71.2%

57.9%

70.9%

Bulgaria

Sportist Svoge

Dunav Ruse

42.3%

28.9%

71.1%

57.7%

71.1%

Peru

Cienciano

Melgar Arequipa

38.5%

29%

32.5%

67.5%

61.5%

71%

Norway

Eidsvold TF

Stjordals Blink

41.4%

29%

29.6%

70.4%

58.6%

71%

Sweden

Ostersunds

Varbergs BoIS

40.3%

29%

30.7%

69.3%

59.7%

71%

Indonesia

Arema Malang

Persik Kediri

40.4%

29%

30.5%

69.5%

59.6%

71%

Bolivia

Independiente Petrolero

Oriente Petrolero

41.8%

29.1%

70.9%

58.2%

70.9%

Morocco

Difaa Hassani El Jadidi

IR Tanger

40.2%

30.7%

29.1%

70.9%

59.8%

69.3%

Norway

Hodd

Sogndal

40.6%

29.1%

30.3%

69.7%

59.4%

70.9%

Norway

Sandefjord

Valerenga Oslo

40.2%

29.1%

30.7%

69.3%

59.8%

70.9%

Poland

GKS Katowice

Cracovia Krakow

39.7%

29.2%

31.1%

68.9%

60.3%

70.8%

Poland

Lechia Gdansk

Korona Kielce

38.8%

31.9%

29.3%

70.7%

61.2%

68.1%

Argentina

Temperley

Deportivo Moron

38.4%

32.4%

29.3%

70.7%

61.6%

67.6%

Hungary

Zalaegerszegi

Ujpest

41.4%

29.3%

29.4%

70.6%

58.6%

70.7%

Latvia

FK Tukums 2000

Metta Riga

40.6%

29.4%

29.9%

70.1%

59.4%

70.6%

Japan

V-Varen Nagasaki

Montedio Yamagata

40.4%

29.4%

30.2%

69.8%

59.6%

70.6%

Spain

Osasuna B

Arenteiro

39.5%

31%

29.5%

70.5%

60.5%

69%

USA

Philadelphia Union

Columbus Crew

40.1%

30.3%

29.6%

70.4%

59.9%

69.7%

Ecuador

Universidad Catolica Quito

Barcelona Guayaquil

40.7%

29.6%

29.7%

70.3%

59.3%

70.4%

Saudi Arabia

Damac

Al-Raed

38.5%

29.7%

31.8%

68.2%

61.5%

70.3%

Portugal

Moreirense

Estoril Praia

39.9%

29.8%

30.4%

69.6%

60.1%

70.2%

Bahrain

Al-Shabab Manama

Manama Club

38.9%

29.9%

31.2%

68.8%

61.1%

70.1%

Portugal

Tondela

Alverca

40%

29.9%

30.1%

69.9%

60%

70.1%

Italy

Verona

Lecce

38.4%

31.7%

29.9%

70.1%

61.6%

68.3%

Canada

Pacific FC

York United

39.8%

30%

30.2%

69.8%

60.2%

70%

Hungary

Nyiregyhaza Spartacus

Diosgyori

39%

31%

30%

70%

61%

69%

Czech Republic

SK Prostejov

Lisen Brno

38.9%

31%

30.1%

69.9%

61.1%

69%

Tunisia

Club Africain Tunis

Etoile du Sahel Sousse

37.6%

32.2%

30.2%

69.8%

62.4%

67.8%

Georgia

Torpedo Kutaisi

Dinamo Batumi

39.5%

30.3%

69.7%

60.5%

69.7%

Bahrain

Malkia

Sitra Club

37.6%

31.8%

30.6%

69.4%

62.4%

68.2%

Chile

Audax Italiano

Palestino Santiago

38.2%

30.7%

31.2%

68.8%

61.8%

69.3%

Russia

Dinamo Moskva

Spartak Moskva

37.2%

30.7%

32.1%

67.9%

62.8%

69.3%

Argentina

Almirante Brown

Chacarita Juniors

37.7%

31%

31.3%

68.7%

62.3%

69%

Netherlands

FC Zwolle

Go Ahead Eagles

37.7%

31.1%

31.2%

68.8%

62.3%

68.9%

Kazakhstan

Zhetysu Taldykorgan

Okzhetpes Kokshetau

36.1%

32%

31.9%

68.1%

63.9%

68%

Double Chance Predictions Betting Guide

If you’ve ever dipped your toes into football betting, you’ve probably come across something called double chance betting. It’s one of those options that can feel a bit confusing at first, but once you get the hang of it, it’s a pretty handy to make use of our football double chance predictions.

I’ve been betting on sports for years including football, basketball, etc and double chance betting has saved my skin more times than I can count. It’s not a magic bullet, but it’s definitely worth understanding if you want to make smarter bets on football.

Double chance betting is exactly what it sounds like: you get two chances to win instead of just one. In football, there are three possible outcomes for a match: Team A wins, Team B wins, or it’s a draw. With football double chance predictions, you can cover two of those outcomes in a single bet. Here are the options:

1X: The home team wins OR the game ends in a draw.
- Example: If you bet “1X” on Manchester United vs. Liverpool at Old Trafford, you win if United wins or if the game ends 0-0, 1-1, etc.
X2: The away team wins OR the game ends in a draw.
- Example: Betting “X2” on Barcelona vs. Real Madrid at Camp Nou means you win if Real Madrid wins or if the match is tied.
12: Either the home team OR the away team wins. No draw.
- Example: “12” in a Champions League knockout game (where draws aren’t possible after extra time) covers both teams winning in regular time.

When to Consider Double Chance

This is where things get interesting. Football double chance predictions isn’t something I use all the time—it’s best in specific football situations. Here are a few scenarios where I’ve found it works well:

Draw-heavy leagues: Leagues like Italy’s Serie A or the Championship (England’s second tier) have more draws. Double chance thrives here.
Derbies or rivalry games: Matches like Arsenal vs. Tottenham are often tight. Betting “1X” or “X2” accounts for the chaos.
Injuries or fatigue: If Bayern Munich’s top scorer is out, their chance of winning drops. “1X” protects you if they grind out a draw instead.
A strong favorite with a risk of a draw: If a top team is playing but has been inconsistent lately, I’ll bet on them to “win or draw.” That way, if they don’t bring their A-game and settle for a draw, I’m still covered.
Two evenly matched teams: In a match where both teams are neck-and-neck, betting on “either team to win” can be a smart move. Draws can be tricky to predict, so if you think one team will edge it out, this bet keeps you in the game.
A team that’s tough to beat: Some teams are masters at grinding out results, even if they don’t win outright. Betting on them to “win or draw” can be a solid play, especially if they’re playing at home.

Double Chance vs. Regular 1X2 Bets

Scenario	1X2 Bet	Double Chance Bet
Outcomes	1 (e.g., Home Win)	2 (e.g., Home Win + Draw)
Payout	Higher	Lower
Risk	Higher	Lower

Common Misconceptions

“It’s a guaranteed win”: Nope. You still need to analyze the game. If you bet “X2” on a team that gets thrashed 4-0, you lose.
“It’s the same as Draw No Bet”: Wrong. “Draw No Bet” voids your bet if it’s a draw. Double chance includes the draw as a winning outcome.
“12 means betting on both teams to win”: No. “12” means you win if either team wins. If it’s a draw, you lose.

Football Double chance predictions guide

Common Mistakes to Avoid

I’ve made plenty of mistakes over the years betting on football double chance predictions, and I’d hate for you to repeat them. Here are a few things to watch out for:

Chasing low odds: Just because the odds are low doesn’t mean it’s a sure thing. I’ve been burned by “safe” bets that didn’t pan out. Always make sure the bet makes sense for the match. If “1X” only pays 1.1 odds, it’s barely worth it. Walk away.
Assuming draws are easy to predict: Draws can be sneaky. Even if two teams seem likely to draw, it’s not a guarantee. I’ve lost a few bets by assuming a draw was in the bag.
Skipping the research: Even though double chance betting is safer, you still need to know what’s going on with the teams. Don’t just throw money at a bet without checking the basics.
Betting too much: It’s easy to get cocky with a “safe” bet and put down more money than you should. Always stick to your budget, no matter how good the bet looks.
Using it for no reason: If Manchester City is facing a semi-pro side, skip the double chance. You’re burning money.

Pros and Cons of Double Chance

Let’s get real: double chance isn’t perfect. It’s a trade-off between safety and profit. Here’s the full breakdown of its upsides and pitfalls, with football examples to keep it grounded.

The Pros

1. Lower Risk, Higher Win Rate

Double chance cuts your risk in half. Instead of praying for one outcome, you’re covered for two.

Example: In a Premier League match between Chelsea (home) and Aston Villa (away), Chelsea might be shaky due to injuries. Betting “1X” means you win if Chelsea grinds out a win or if Villa steals a draw.
Stats don’t lie: If a team wins 40% of their home games and draws 30%, betting “1X” gives you a 70% chance to win. That’s huge for nervous bettors.

2. Perfect for Draw-Heavy Situations

Some leagues love draws. Serie A, for example, averages more draws per season than the Premier League. Double chance turns that trend into profit.

Example: Betting “X2” in a Serie A clash like AC Milan vs. Juventus (where both teams hate losing) covers a Juve win or a tense 1-1 draw.

3. Reduces Stress for New Bettors

If you’re just starting out, football double chance predictions let you dip your toes without panic. You’re not wiped out by a last-minute equalizer.

Example: Betting “12” in a Bundesliga game between Dortmund and Leipzig. You’re covered if either team wins, and you don’t have to sweat a 2-2 thriller.

4. Works in Tight, Unpredictable Matches

Derbies, relegation battles, or games with key injuries are chaos. Double chance embraces that chaos.

Example: A North London Derby (Arsenal vs. Spurs) is rarely one-sided. Betting “1X” or “X2” accounts for the madness.

The Cons

1. Smaller Payouts

Safety comes at a cost. Double chance odds are lower because you’re covering two outcomes.

Example:
- Standard bet: Bet Ksh 100 on ManCity to win at 1.5 odds→ Win Ksh 150
- Double chance: Bet Ksh 100 on “1X” at 1.2odds→ Win Ksh 120
  You’re giving up Ksh 30 in profit for ‘security’

2. Can Trick You Into Bad Bets

Just because it’s “safer” doesn’t mean it’s smart. Double chance can lure you into betting on games you should avoid.

Example: Betting “X2” on Luton Town vs. Real Madrid in a friendly. Sure, it’s “safer,” but why bet on a pointless game at all?

3. Limits Big Wins

Football betting thrives on spotting value. Double chance rarely offers it. If you’re confident in a result, this market holds you back.

Example: If you’re sure Liverpool will crush Sheffield United at Anfield, betting “1X” at 1.1 odds is pointless. Take the straight win at 1.3 instead.

4. Useless in One-Sided Games

If a match is a guaranteed blowout, double chance is a waste.

Example: PSG vs. a third-division team in the French Cup. Betting “12” is redundant—just take the PSG win.

When the Pros Outweigh the Cons

Double chance shines in specific scenarios:

Underdogs with a shot: Bet “X2” when a mid-table La Liga team (e.g., Real Betis) faces a top club (e.g., Real Madrid) but has solid defense.
Fatigued teams: If Bayern Munich played a Champions League game three days ago, their stars might be tired. Betting “1X” covers a draw.
Bad weather/pitch conditions: Rainy games in the English Championship often turn messy. “1X” or “X2” fits here.

When to Avoid Double Chance

Top teams at home: Man City at the Etihad? Skip “1X” – the straight win is better.
Cup finals (sometimes): Knockout games often have extra time, so “12” is riskier (if the game goes to penalties, your bet loses).
Low-stakes games: Pre-season friendlies or dead-rubber matches. The odds aren’t worth it.

Double chance isn’t about being a coward. You should use it as just another tool in your football betting arsenal. It’s about being smart. Use it when the game’s too close to call, or when a draw could wreck your bet. But always ask: “Are the odds worth the safety net?” If yes, go for it. If not, stick to the straight win.