Best Football Double Chance Predictions

Updated on March 1, 2026 Shows outcome probability of each result

Egypt

National Bank SC

Smouha SC

41.7%

33.7%

24.6%

75.4%

58.3%

66.3%

France

Paris FC

Nice

40.4%

24.8%

34.8%

65.2%

59.6%

75.2%

Guatemala

Deportivo Achuapa

Coban Imperial

44%

31.1%

24.9%

75.1%

56%

68.9%

Mexico

Leon

Necaxa

39.3%

25.2%

35.5%

64.5%

60.7%

74.8%

Portugal

Penafiel

Benfica B

42.7%

31.7%

25.6%

74.4%

57.3%

68.3%

Germany

Hertha Berlin

Nurnberg

45.8%

28.6%

25.6%

74.4%

54.2%

71.4%

Spain

Algeciras CF

Teruel

42.3%

32%

25.6%

74.4%

57.7%

68%

Argentina

Tristan Suarez

San Martin de San Juan

43.2%

31.1%

25.7%

74.3%

56.8%

68.9%

Thailand

Kanchanaburi Power

Chiangrai United FC

40.5%

33.8%

25.7%

74.3%

59.5%

66.2%

Ukraine

Kryvbas Krivoj Rog

Zarya Lugansk

42.9%

31.4%

25.7%

74.3%

57.1%

68.6%

Argentina

Racing de Cordoba

Atletico Mitre

42.4%

31.9%

25.7%

74.3%

57.6%

68.1%

Argentina

San Martin de Tucuman

Deportivo Maipu

41%

33%

25.9%

74.1%

59%

67%

USA

Philadelphia Union

New York City

42.6%

25.9%

31.5%

68.5%

57.4%

74.1%

Austria

FC Blau-Weiss Linz

WSG Swarovski Tirol

42.3%

31.7%

26%

74%

57.7%

68.3%

Peru

Comerciantes Unidos

Atletico Grau

42.3%

31.5%

26.2%

73.8%

57.7%

68.5%

Japan

Iwaki FC

Fujieda MYFC

45.2%

28.5%

26.2%

73.8%

54.8%

71.5%

Japan

Imabari

Albirex Niigata

45%

28.8%

26.3%

73.7%

55%

71.2%

Guatemala

Aurora Guatemala

Deportivo Mixco

42.6%

31.1%

26.3%

73.7%

57.4%

68.9%

Azerbaijan

Qarabag Agdam

Sabah Baku

42%

31.5%

26.5%

73.5%

58%

68.5%

Belgium

RWDM Brussels

Eupen

38.8%

26.6%

34.6%

65.4%

61.2%

73.4%

Honduras

Juticalpa FC

Victoria La Ceiba

40.6%

26.7%

32.8%

67.2%

59.4%

73.3%

Italy

Guidonia Montecelio

Gubbio

40.3%

32.9%

26.7%

73.3%

59.7%

67.1%

Cyprus

Aris Limassol

Pafos FC

37%

26.7%

36.3%

63.7%

63%

73.3%

England

Brighton

Nottingham

43.9%

26.7%

29.4%

70.6%

56.1%

73.3%

France

Lorient

Auxerre

42.5%

30.7%

26.8%

73.2%

57.5%

69.3%

Turkey

Umraniyespor

Bandirmaspor

43.4%

26.9%

29.6%

70.4%

56.6%

73.1%

Montenegro

Jezero Plav

Sutjeska Niksic

41.2%

31.9%

26.9%

73.1%

58.8%

68.1%

South Africa

Marumo Gallants

Durban City

43.2%

29.9%

26.9%

73.1%

56.8%

70.1%

Italy

Roma

Juventus

42.9%

30.2%

26.9%

73.1%

57.1%

69.8%

Spain

Elche

Espanyol

43.4%

29.5%

27%

73%

56.6%

70.5%

Germany

Waldhof Mannheim

Alemannia Aachen

41%

27%

32.1%

67.9%

59%

73%

Netherlands

Excelsior

Go Ahead Eagles

41.8%

27.1%

31%

69%

58.2%

72.9%

Russia

Yenisey Krasnoyarsk

Volga Ulyanovsk

42.2%

30.7%

27.2%

72.8%

57.8%

69.3%

Slovakia

OFK Malzenice

Petrzalka Bratislava

42.9%

30%

27.2%

72.8%

57.1%

70%

Spain

Girona

Celta Vigo

40.6%

32.2%

27.2%

72.8%

59.4%

67.8%

Ukraine

Obolon Kiev

Rukh Lviv

38.4%

34.3%

27.2%

72.8%

61.6%

65.7%

Honduras

Motagua Tegucigalpa

Olancho FC

43.3%

27.3%

29.4%

70.6%

56.7%

72.7%

Italy

Torino

Lazio

43%

27.3%

29.8%

70.2%

57%

72.7%

Italy

Salernitana

Catania

37%

35.7%

27.4%

72.6%

63%

64.3%

Ecuador

Mushuc Runa

Universidad Catolica Quito

40.7%

27.4%

32%

68%

59.3%

72.6%

Argentina

Atletico de Rafaela

Temperley

39.2%

33.4%

27.4%

72.6%

60.8%

66.6%

Paraguay

Nacional Asuncion

Guarani Asuncion

42.3%

27.4%

30.2%

69.8%

57.7%

72.6%

Egypt

Pyramids FC

Zamalek SC

40.6%

31.9%

27.4%

72.6%

59.4%

68.1%

Austria

Rheindorf Altach

Rapid Wien

43.4%

29.1%

27.5%

72.5%

56.6%

70.9%

Netherlands

FC Utrecht

AZ Alkmaar

38.4%

27.5%

34.2%

65.8%

61.6%

72.5%

Spain

Real Madrid Castilla

Ponferradina

42.4%

30%

27.6%

72.4%

57.6%

70%

Italy

Siracusa

Casertana

43.9%

28.5%

27.6%

72.4%

56.1%

71.5%

Indonesia

Persis Solo

Persik Kediri

41.5%

27.6%

30.9%

69.1%

58.5%

72.4%

Denmark

Viborg

FC Nordsjaelland

43.8%

27.6%

28.6%

71.4%

56.2%

72.4%

El Salvador

Municipal Limeno

Inter FA Santa Tecla

43.2%

29%

27.7%

72.3%

56.8%

71%

El Salvador

FAS Santa Ana

Luis Angel Firpo

41.7%

27.7%

30.6%

69.4%

58.3%

72.3%

Spain

Villarreal B

Real Murcia

39.6%

32.6%

27.7%

72.3%

60.4%

67.4%

Poland

Jagiellonia Bialystok

Legia Warszawa

42.4%

27.7%

29.9%

70.1%

57.6%

72.3%

Argentina

Instituto AC Cordoba

Union de Santa Fe

40.7%

31.7%

27.7%

72.3%

59.3%

68.3%

San Marino

San Marino Academy

SS Pennarossa

42%

27.7%

30.3%

69.7%

58%

72.3%

Argentina

Atletico Guemes

Chacarita Juniors

42.1%

30.1%

27.8%

72.2%

57.9%

69.9%

Spain

Valencia

Osasuna

44.1%

27.9%

72.1%

55.9%

72.1%

Germany

Eintracht Frankfurt

Freiburg

39.1%

33.1%

27.9%

72.1%

60.9%

66.9%

South Korea

Gyeongnam FC

Jeonnam Dragons

41.5%

30.6%

27.9%

72.1%

58.5%

69.4%

Luxembourg

Kaerjeng Un

Victoria Rosport

41.6%

28%

30.4%

69.6%

58.4%

72%

Denmark

Sonderjyske

Odense

41.9%

28%

30.1%

69.9%

58.1%

72%

Wales

Haverfordwest County

Flint Town United

42.2%

28%

29.9%

70.1%

57.8%

72%

Austria

Wolfsberger AC

Sturm Graz

39.2%

28%

32.8%

67.2%

60.8%

72%

Serbia

Radnicki Nis

Javor Ivanjica

42.6%

29.3%

28.1%

71.9%

57.4%

70.7%

Portugal

Casa Pia

Moreirense

41.9%

29.9%

28.1%

71.9%

58.1%

70.1%

Poland

Odra Opole

Stal Mielec

40.5%

31.4%

28.1%

71.9%

59.5%

68.6%

Netherlands

Twente

Feyenoord

39.2%

28.1%

32.6%

67.4%

60.8%

71.9%

Uruguay

Nacional Montevideo

Penarol Montevideo

39.4%

32.3%

28.2%

71.8%

60.6%

67.7%

Colombia

Independiente Medellin

Atletico Bucaramanga

40.6%

28.2%

31.1%

68.9%

59.4%

71.8%

Portugal

Pacos Ferreira

Oliveirense

41.5%

28.3%

30.2%

69.8%

58.5%

71.7%

Hungary

Puskas Academy

Nyiregyhaza Spartacus

41.1%

30.6%

28.3%

71.7%

58.9%

69.4%

USA

San Jose Earthquakes

Atlanta United

42.8%

28.3%

28.9%

71.1%

57.2%

71.7%

Italy

Monopoli 1966

Crotone

43.3%

28.3%

28.5%

71.5%

56.7%

71.7%

USA

Los Angeles Galaxy

Charlotte FC

41.5%

30.3%

28.3%

71.7%

58.5%

69.7%

Mexico

Tlaxcala

Tepatitlan

41.6%

30.1%

28.3%

71.7%

58.4%

69.9%

Andorra

FC Ranger's

UE Santa Coloma

42.3%

29.4%

28.3%

71.7%

57.7%

70.6%

Poland

Lech Poznan

Rakow Czestochowa

39.4%

28.4%

32.1%

67.9%

60.6%

71.6%

Czech Republic

Banik Ostrava B

Dynamo Ceske Budejovice

36.2%

35.3%

28.4%

71.6%

63.8%

64.7%

Portugal

Farense

Lusitania

41.8%

29.8%

28.4%

71.6%

58.2%

70.2%

Chile

Universidad de Concepcion

Everton Vina del Mar

43%

28.5%

71.5%

57%

71.5%

Vietnam

Viettel

Ha Noi FC

41%

28.5%

30.5%

69.5%

59%

71.5%

Czech Republic

Viktoria Zizkov

MFK Chrudim

39.1%

28.5%

32.3%

67.7%

60.9%

71.5%

France

Marseille

Lyonnais

42.2%

28.6%

29.1%

70.9%

57.8%

71.4%

Austria

Austria Wien

LASK Linz

41.8%

29.6%

28.6%

71.4%

58.2%

70.4%

Scotland

Rangers

Celtic

39.7%

28.6%

31.6%

68.4%

60.3%

71.4%

Montenegro

Mornar Bar

Mladost Donja Gorica

40.3%

31%

28.7%

71.3%

59.7%

69%

Turkey

Genclerbirligi

Kayserispor

41.3%

30%

28.7%

71.3%

58.7%

70%

Slovakia

MSK Zilina B

Pohronie Dolna Zdana

41.9%

28.7%

29.4%

70.6%

58.1%

71.3%

Uruguay

Liverpool Montevideo

Cerro Largo Melo

40.6%

30.5%

28.8%

71.2%

59.4%

69.5%

Poland

Termalica Nieciecza

Radomiak Radom

38%

28.8%

33.2%

66.8%

62%

71.2%

South Korea

Jeju SK

Gwangju FC

41%

28.8%

30.3%

69.7%

59%

71.2%

Uzbekistan

AGMK Olmaliq

Bunyodkor Tashkent

38.3%

29%

32.7%

67.3%

61.7%

71%

Mexico

Monterrey

Cruz Azul

42%

29%

71%

58%

71%

Serbia

Napredak Krusevac

Spartak Subotica

41%

30%

29%

71%

59%

70%

Italy

Catanzaro

Frosinone

41.7%

29.2%

29.1%

70.9%

58.3%

70.8%

Guatemala

Deportivo Malacateco

Antigua GFC

39.6%

31.3%

29.1%

70.9%

60.4%

68.7%

Egypt

Modern Sport FC

Petrojet Suez

39.6%

31.2%

29.2%

70.8%

60.4%

68.8%

India

Shillong Lajong FC

Rajasthan United

40.7%

29.3%

30%

70%

59.3%

70.7%

Ukraine

Karpaty Lviv

Kolos Kovalivka

39.3%

31.4%

29.3%

70.7%

60.7%

68.6%

Italy

Mantova

Carrarese

38.8%

29.3%

31.9%

68.1%

61.2%

70.7%

Portugal

Tondela

Santa Clara

39.1%

29.4%

31.6%

68.4%

60.9%

70.6%

Spain

Mirandes

Ceuta

41.2%

29.4%

70.6%

58.8%

70.6%

Austria

Kapfenberg

Sturm Graz II

39.3%

29.4%

31.3%

68.7%

60.7%

70.6%

India

Mumbai City

NorthEast United

39.7%

29.4%

31%

69%

60.3%

70.6%

Switzerland

Lausanne

Basel

39%

29.5%

31.6%

68.4%

61%

70.5%

Czech Republic

Sigma Olomouc

Bohemians 1905 Prague

40.1%

30.3%

29.5%

70.5%

59.9%

69.7%

USA

Austin FC

D.C. United

40%

30.4%

29.5%

70.5%

60%

69.6%

England

Fulham

Tottenham

39.7%

29.6%

30.7%

69.3%

60.3%

70.4%

Italy

Giugliano

Latina

36.9%

33.4%

29.7%

70.3%

63.1%

66.6%

Venezuela

Trujillanos FC

Anzoategui FC

40.6%

29.7%

70.3%

59.4%

70.3%

Switzerland

Neuchatel Xamax

Wil

38.8%

29.8%

31.4%

68.6%

61.2%

70.2%

Japan

Fagiano Okayama

Nagoya Grampus

37.6%

29.9%

32.5%

67.5%

62.4%

70.1%

Spain

Cartagena

Sabadell

38.6%

29.9%

31.6%

68.4%

61.4%

70.1%

Spain

Sporting Gijon

Leganes

38.7%

29.9%

31.4%

68.6%

61.3%

70.1%

Germany

Eintracht Braunschweig

Preussen Munster

39.6%

30.4%

30%

70%

60.4%

69.6%

Poland

GKS Tychy

Puszcza Niepolomice

39.2%

30%

30.8%

69.2%

60.8%

70%

Bulgaria

Marek Dupnitsa

Yantra Gabrovo

38.1%

31.7%

30.1%

69.9%

61.9%

68.3%

Spain

Gimnastic de Tarragona

Antequera

39.1%

30.6%

30.3%

69.7%

60.9%

69.4%

Honduras

Marathon San Pedro

Olimpia Tegucigalpa

37.5%

30.4%

32%

68%

62.5%

69.6%

Japan

Roasso Kumamoto

Oita Trinita

38.6%

30.8%

30.6%

69.4%

61.4%

69.2%

Malta

Hamrun Spartans

Floriana

37.6%

31.8%

30.6%

69.4%

62.4%

68.2%

Morocco

Wydad Casablanca

RSB Berkane

37.7%

31.2%

31.1%

68.9%

62.3%

68.8%

Argentina

Talleres de Cordoba

San Lorenzo de Almagro

37.3%

31.4%

31.2%

68.8%

62.7%

68.6%

Costa Rica

Puntarenas

LD Alajuelense

36.3%

32.1%

31.5%

68.5%

63.7%

67.9%

Portugal

Academico de Viseu

Maritimo

36.3%

31.5%

32.2%

67.8%

63.7%

68.5%

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.