Double chance is the football bet for when you are fairly sure about one thing: a team will not lose. Instead of picking one of three results, you cover two of them on a single bet, and only the third result loses.
That safety comes at a price, because the odds are short. This guide explains the three versions, 1X, X2 and 12, shows how they compare with draw no bet and Asian handicap, and works through when the extra cover is worth the lower payout.
In this guide
Key takeaways
- Double chance covers two of the three results: 1X (home or draw), X2 (away or draw) or 12 (home or away).
- X2 for the away side is the same bet as Asian handicap +0.5 on that team; compare prices before you choose.
- It pays less than a straight win, so it suits underdogs or tight matches more than heavy favourites.
What is double chance?
Double chance is a football market that lets you back two of the three possible results of a match in one bet. It settles on the result after 90 minutes plus stoppage time, not extra time or penalties.
The three bets: 1X, X2 and 12
| Bet | Wins if | Loses if |
|---|---|---|
| 1X | Home win or draw | Away win |
| X2 | Away win or draw | Home win |
| 12 | Home win or away win | Draw |
How the odds work
Because each bet covers two results, the odds are lower than either result alone. If the home side is 2.50, the draw 3.40 and the away side 2.90, a typical 1X price might be around 1.40 and X2 around 1.55. These figures are illustrative.
A worked example
You back X2 on an away underdog at 1.70 for 100,000. The match ends 1-1. The draw is covered, so you receive 170,000. If the home side wins, the bet loses.
Double chance vs draw no bet vs Asian handicap
| Bet | Your team wins | Draw | Your team loses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double chance (1X or X2) | Win | Win | Loss |
| Draw no bet | Win | Refund | Loss |
| Asian handicap 0 | Win | Refund | Loss |
| Asian handicap +0.5 | Win | Win | Loss |
| Asian handicap +0.25 | Win | Half win | Loss |
Notice that covering one side this way is the same bet as Asian handicap +0.5 on that side. At an Asian book the handicap line is often the more common way to bet it, so compare both prices. Our Asian handicap guide explains every line.
When the extra cover makes sense
- Underdogs you rate. X2 on an away side that rarely loses away from home.
- Matches that are hard to separate. 12 when you expect a winner but cannot pick which side.
- Parlay legs. A lower-risk leg that protects a slip, at the cost of a lower total price.
When the extra cover costs you value
On a heavy favourite, 1X may be priced so short that it is barely worth the risk. If the home side is 1.30, 1X might be around 1.08. You risk a lot to win very little, and one upset wipes out many small wins.
Double chance in a parlay
These legs land more often, so they make a parlay more likely to win, but each leg adds little to the total price. Five such legs at 1.30 pay only about 3.71 times your stake. The mix parlay guide explains how legs multiply.
How to place the bet
- Open the match and find the Double Chance market, usually near 1X2.
- Pick 1X, X2 or 12.
- Check the price against Asian handicap +0.5 or 0 on the same team.
- Enter your stake and confirm.
Common mistakes
- Using 1X on heavy favourites at very short prices.
- Assuming 1X or X2 covers extra time and penalties in cup matches.
- Not comparing with Asian handicap +0.5, which can pay more for the same outcome.
Featured sites for Indonesia
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Double chance: frequently asked questions
What does 1X mean?
Home win or draw. The bet loses only if the away team wins.
What does X2 mean?
Away win or draw. The bet loses only if the home team wins.
What does 12 mean?
Either team wins. The bet loses only on a draw.
Does double chance include extra time?
No. It settles on 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
Is double chance the same as Asian handicap +0.5?
Yes, for the team you back. Compare both prices, as one may pay more.
Is double chance a good bet?
It suits underdogs and tight matches. On heavy favourites the price is often too short to be worth it.
Bet only what you can afford to lose and set a deposit limit before your first bet. Our responsible gambling guide and the help numbers for Indonesia are there if betting stops being fun.
Sources
- Jackpot88 home page. jp88y1.online
- Jackpot88 promotions. jp88y1.online
- Megapari bonuses page. megapari.com
- Dafabet home page. www.dafabet.com
- 1xBet home page. 1xbet.com
