Soccer Betting Tips, Predictions, Odds & Match Previews

Soccer, Football, Futbol - it doesn't matter what you call it, there's absolutely no doubt it's the biggest sport on the planet and our team of experts are dedicated to finding the best betting tips and value predictions from all over the globe.

With the introduction of Auckland FC into the A-League alongside Wellington Phoenix and Chris Wood lighting up the English Premier League, soccer in New Zealand is growing increasingly popular with every passing year.

There's ample opportunity to watch and bet on soccer in New Zealand, with some bookmakers live streaming some of the biggest leagues from around the world, including La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga.

Read on below as we outline a complete guide on how to bet on soccer.

But that's where we come in! At Bets.co.nz, we have a team of soccer experts that have a proven track record of finding the best value tips in leagues all over the world.

Whether you're tuning into the biggest club competitions in the world like the UEFA Champions League, barracking for your team in the English Premier League, following any of the big leagues from around Europe or watching locally in the A-League, our football expert tipsters have you covered with detailed match previews and analysis of the best bets to be backing.

However, some bookmakers provide a comprehensive live streaming service, which allow punters who have signed up and created an account to watch and bet on all the action.

Some of the biggest football leagues in the world are on offer to live stream online, including:

Check out the guide below to see what soccer streams are currently available to watch and bet on.

All you need to do is navigate to the soccer (or Football) section of your chosen bookmaker and find the league you wish to bet on. The upcoming games will be available for you to place wagers.

Along with betting on individual games, punters also have the chance to wager on Futures markets, meaning you can back a team to win a particular league. Likewise in International tournaments like the World Cup or Euros, you can bet on which team you think will win the competition, along with more exotic bet types like who will emerge from each group or make the quarter-finals.

Make sure to scan through all bookmakers when placing your bets so you can find the best odds, while some bookies also offer exclusive promotions, which can offer you more value.

This is the most straightforward and widely used market in soccer betting, with punters having to wager on three outcomes:

The simplicity of this market makes it perfect for novice bettors, while it still offers value for experienced punters who do their research and analyse team form, injuries and head-to-head records.

In this market, bettors predict whether the total number of goals scored in a match will be over or under a specified number. This number is usually set at 2.5 goals, but most leading bookmakers also offer other options, such as 3.5 or 1.5, which will be at different odds. This allows bettors to focus on the overall scoring dynamics rather than the actual match outcome.

Another popular market in soccer betting. It involves betting on whether both teams will score at least one goal during the match. It's an engaging option and keeps the bet alive until the final whistle - or conversely, both teams could score in the opening 10 minutes, meaning your bet is successful and you can sit back and relax for the remainder of the game!

Handicap betting makes games that appear to be one-sided more interesting. An example of handicap betting is Liverpool being listed as -2 against Ipswich in the Premier League. Liverpool would have to win the match by at least three goals for the bet to be successful - and on the other hand, if Ipswich lose by less than two goals, they would be a winning bet.

Win To Nil bets offer punters good value when a team has low odds to win outright. This market means you're betting on a team to win the match without conceding a goal.

One of the toughest betting markets to predict in soccer, but also the most rewarding. Punters attempt to predict the exact final score of a match. Due to its difficulty, correct score bets almost always offer higher payouts.

These markets focus on individual player performance, allowing bets on:

Goalscorer bets can be lucrative, especially when backing in-form players or those with strong historical records against specific teams.

There's a number of unique markets that some bookmakers also offer odds on. These can include:

These sorts of novelty markets within soccer betting provide variety and appeal for those looking to engage with the match more closely.

By understanding these various markets and conducting thorough research, bettors can make more informed decisions and potentially increase their chances of earning more profit.

For example, Real Madrid to beat Valencia in La Liga might only be paying around $1.30, so you're not going to get much value with a single bet.

However, if you add in Barcelona to beat Mallorca at odds of $1.20 and Atletico Madrid to defeat Espanyol at odds of $1.40, then your bet will be over $2.00 in value, thus more than doubling your money if the bet is successful.

An example of a Same Game Multi in Soccer would be if Tottenham were facing Manchester United and you picked the following:

- Tottenham Win @ $2.30

- Over 2.5 Goals @ $1.40

- Dominic Solanke Anytime Goalscorer @ $2.62

- Rasmus Hojlund Over 0.5 Shots On Target @ $1.57

- Casemiro To Be Booked @ $2.75

Those odds come to $19, offering a much higher potential payout than placing a single bet. However, Same Game Multi are much riskier bets and have a lower chance of being successful at such high odds, so always gamble responsibly and within your budget.

Our team of experts scan the leagues from all over the world and pick out their best bets, which we call our 'Soccer Bet Of The Day'.