Soccer Betting is generally done by two types of punters: Those who bet to win and those who bet for fun.
Whatever kind one is, the ultimate goal is to beat your bookie. Although soccer is very unpredictable (that is what makes soccer betting all the more tempting), certain guidelines can be followed to increase your chances of winning.The first rule is to be very clear and confident about how to bet and what to bet. Always take into consideration the following points before betting on a team:
Team Form:
Always check the form and recent performances of the team. If available, read the recent match reports to see if the team was unlucky because of opposition goalkeeper having a great day etc.
Home and Away Records:
Check for home and away statistics. Some teams play better at home ground, some play better away.
Head-to-head:
Check the history between the two clubs because in soccer, more often than not, the history repeats in year after year.
Team news:
Be sure always to check for injuries and suspensions. Which players are missing and how important are they. Check the records of the players who are replacing the injured players.
Motivation:
Check for the team motivation and how important it is for them to win the game. Do they really need points, are they interested in the domestic cup and so on.
Schedule:
Check whether the team has had a tight schedule and if they could possibly be tired. Whether the last game they played demoralizing or whether the next game they are going to play more important than the current one.