Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Tactical Review.
- Accumulator
- A single bet that links multiple selections; all must win for the bet to pay out, increasing potential returns.
- Asian Handicap
- A bet that gives one team a virtual advantage or disadvantage to balance the match, removing the draw option.
- Bankroll Management
- The practice of setting aside money for betting and deciding how much to stake on each wager to avoid losing it all.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- A bet that both sides will score at least one goal during the match.
- Cash Out
- A feature allowing you to settle a bet before the match ends, locking in a profit or limiting a loss.
- Closing Line
- The final odds offered before a match starts, considered the most accurate reflection of a team's chances.
- Correct Score
- A bet predicting the exact final score of a match.
- Double Chance
- A bet that covers two of the three possible outcomes (win, draw, or loss) in a single wager.
- Draw No Bet
- A bet that eliminates the draw outcome, returning your stake if the match ends in a tie.
- Free Bet
- A promotional token given by a sportsbook that can be used to place a bet without risking your own money.
- Half-Time/Full-Time
- A bet that combines the result at half-time and the final result, requiring both predictions to be right.
- In-Play Betting
- Placing bets on a match while it is already in progress, with odds that update in real time.
- Juice
- The commission or fee that a bookmaker charges for taking a bet, built into the odds.
- KYC (Know Your Customer)
- The process of verifying a bettor's identity to prevent fraud, money laundering, and under‑age gambling.
- Moneyline
- A straightforward bet on which team will win the match, with odds reflecting each team's chances.
- Odds Format
- The way odds are displayed, such as decimal (e.g., 2.50), fractional (e.g., 3/2), or American (e.g., +150), each showing potential payout differently.
- Over/Under
- A wager on whether the total number of goals scored will be higher or lower than a number set by the bookmaker.
- Public Money
- The portion of bets placed by casual bettors, often used to gauge which side the majority favors.
- Responsible Gambling
- Practices and tools—such as deposit limits and self‑exclusion—designed to keep betting safe and prevent addiction.
- Stake
- The amount of money you put on a bet.
- Steam Move
- A rapid shift in odds caused by heavy betting activity, often signaling where the sharp money is going.
- Unit
- A standard amount of money used to measure the size of a bet, usually a small fraction of your total bankroll.
- Value Bet
- A wager where the odds offered are higher than the true probability of the outcome, giving an edge over the bookmaker.
- Wagering Requirement
- A condition that requires you to bet a certain amount before withdrawing bonus funds or winnings.