PredictionsFIFA World Cup 2026 on King Exchange for football fans
World Cup 2026 uses the same King Exchange ID as cricket: match odds, goals and knockout markets with back and lay. Fund before kick-off. No made-up group table.
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Football betting for fans who watch every minute.
Football betting means putting money on something that happens in a match: the result, the number of goals, or whether both teams score. Most markets settle on the score after 90 minutes plus stoppage time. King Exchange covers the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, the ISL and more, before kick-off and in play.
Football at a glance
In-play markets- Top leagues
- EPL, La Liga, Serie A
- Cups
- Champions League, cups
- Settles on
- 90 min + stoppage
- When to bet
- Pre-match & in-play
- Odds style
- Decimal, back & lay
The short version
Key takeaways
- 1Most football markets settle on the score after 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
- 2Extra time and penalties count only in markets that say so in their name, such as To qualify.
- 3Asian handicap gives one team a head start in goals, which takes the draw out of the bet.
- 4One ID covers the Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, the ISL and more.
Markets explained
What can I bet on in football?
You can bet on the full-time result (1X2), over/under goals, both teams to score, double chance, Asian handicap and more. The full-time result is a bet on a home win, a draw or an away win after 90 minutes, and the draw has its own price.
Full-time result (1X2)
Bet on a home win (1), a draw (X) or an away win (2) after 90 minutes. The draw is a real outcome with its own price.
Tight league games between mid-table sides often end level.
Over/under goals
Bet on whether total goals go above or below a line, usually 2.5. Over 2.5 needs three goals or more.
Look at both teams' recent goal totals, not just the league table.
Both teams to score
Yes wins if each side scores at least once. Who wins the match doesn't matter.
Teams that score freely and defend badly are the classic yes.
Double chance
Cover two of the three results, such as home win or draw. You win more often, and the price is lower.
Useful when you trust a team not to lose but doubt it will win.
Asian handicap
One team starts with a goal head start or deficit, so the draw drops out. On whole-number lines you can get your stake back.
Read the handicap section below before your first bet.
Correct score
Name the exact final score. Prices are high because even the likeliest score doesn't land often.
Keep stakes small on this one.
Settlement
How do football bets settle?
Standard football markets settle on the score at the end of 90 minutes plus stoppage time. Extra time and penalty shootouts count only when the market name says so, such as To qualify or To lift the trophy. A postponed match is void if it isn't played within the time the market rules allow.
In a knockout game, read the market title before you bet. A team can lose the 1X2 bet after a 1-1 draw and still go through on penalties.
Full settlement rulesRegular time
90 minutes plus stoppage time
1X2, over/under, BTTS, double chance, correct score and most other markets
Extra time and penalties
Count only when the market name says so
Markets such as To qualify or To lift the trophy
Postponed match
Void if not played within the time the market rules allow
Your stake is returned
Asian handicap
How does Asian handicap work?
The handicap adds goals to one team or takes them away before kick-off, which removes the draw. Say you back Arsenal −1. If Arsenal win by two or more, your bet wins in full. If they win by exactly one, you get your stake back. Anything else loses.
| Line | Your team must | Otherwise | Refund possible? |
|---|---|---|---|
| −1 | Win by two or more for a full win. | A one-goal win refunds your stake. | Yes |
| −0.5 | Win the match. | A draw loses. | No |
| 0 (draw no bet) | Win the match. | A draw refunds your stake. | Yes |
| +1.5 | Win, draw or lose by one goal. | A two-goal defeat loses. | No |
Half-goal lines such as −0.5 and +1.5 can't refund. The bet either wins or loses.
Reading odds
How do I read football odds?
Decimal odds show your total return for every ₹1 you stake: at 2.50, a ₹400 back bet returns ₹1,000, your ₹400 stake plus ₹600 profit. To turn a price into a chance, divide 1 by the odds, so 2.50 means 40%. If you think the real chance is higher, the price is good value.
To turn a price into a chance, divide 1 by the odds. 1 ÷ 2.50 is 0.40, or 40%. If you think the real chance is higher than that, the price is good value for you.
Add up the implied chances of every outcome in a market and you'll get a little over 100%. That extra is the margin. It's how the book earns, and it's why backing every result always loses a bit.
You can also lay. Lay ₹400 at 2.50 and your liability is ₹600, which is what you pay if the outcome happens. The bet slip shows it before you confirm.
Odds calculator
In-play
What moves football odds during a match?
Goals move football odds most: the market locks for a moment, then reopens at new prices. Red cards, penalties, late pressure from a team that's behind, rotated line-ups and heavy pitches move them too. Watch the first fifteen minutes before betting in play, because possession and pressing tell you more than form.
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Goals
The biggest mover. Markets lock for a moment after a goal, then reopen at new prices.
02
Red cards
A sending-off changes the over/under lines straight away.
03
Penalties
A penalty award locks the market briefly, and the price moves a lot either way after the kick.
04
Late pressure
A team that's behind pushes players forward late on, so late goals are common.
05
Fixture congestion
In cup weeks managers rotate their line-ups. Check team news before kick-off.
06
Weather
A heavy, wet pitch tends to slow the game down and lower scoring.
Side by side
Which football market suits me?
Pick by how often you want to win. Double chance lands often at about 1.15 to 1.60 and suits cautious bettors. Over/under 2.5 and both teams to score land about half the time at around 1.60 to 2.20. Correct score rarely lands but pays 6.00 or more, so keep stakes small.
| Market | How often it lands | Typical price | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double chance | Often | 1.15 to 1.60 | Cautious bettors |
| Over/under 2.5 | About half the time | 1.70 to 2.20 | Fans who follow form |
| Both teams to score | About half the time | 1.60 to 2.10 | Attacking fixtures |
| Full-time result | Depends on the match | 1.30 to 8.00+ | Most bettors |
| Correct score | Rarely | 6.00 to 50.00+ | Small stakes |
Leagues and cups
Which leagues can I bet on?
The Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, Champions League, Europa League and ISL, plus domestic cups, international fixtures and many smaller leagues around the world. Every one of them works on the same ID as your cricket bets.
- Premier League
- La Liga
- Serie A
- Bundesliga
- Ligue 1
- Champions League
- Europa League
- ISL
- Domestic cups
- International fixtures
- Smaller leagues worldwide
Getting started
How do I place my first football bet?
Get your ID on WhatsApp, deposit ₹100 or more by UPI or bank transfer from an account in your own name, then log in, open Football and pick a league. Check team news, injuries and recent goals, start with 1X2 or over/under 2.5, check the price and liability on the slip, and confirm.
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Step 1 of 4
Get your ID on WhatsApp
Message the official number and pick a username. Your login details arrive in the same chat.
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Step 2 of 4
Add funds
Deposit ₹100 or more by UPI or bank transfer from an account in your own name, then send the UTR or a screenshot in the chat.
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Step 3 of 4
Choose a match
Log in, open Football and pick a league. Check team news, injuries and recent goals before you choose a market.
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Step 4 of 4
Start with a simple market
1X2 or over/under 2.5 are the easiest to follow. Enter your stake, check the price and liability on the slip, then confirm.
18+ only
Before you place anything.
Betting carries financial risk and can become addictive. You must be 18 or over. Online betting laws differ from state to state in India, so check the rules where you live.
Responsible gaming tools- 1Decide what you can afford to lose before kick-off, and stop when you reach it.
- 2Don't chase losses with bigger stakes.
- 3Set a deposit limit by day, week or month. Support can add one for you.
- 4If betting stops being fun, ask support to pause or close your ID.
Sources
Where to check the facts.
- Premier LeagueThe official fixture list, kick-off times and results. (opens in a new tab)
- IFAB Laws of the GameThe rules on match length and stoppage time. (opens in a new tab)
- FIFAWorld Cup fixtures, results and regulations. (opens in a new tab)
These sites open in a new tab. King Exchange is not affiliated with them.
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Answers
Football betting: your questions
Short answers on 1X2, goal lines, extra time, Asian handicap, cash out and postponed matches.
8 questions
1 is a home win, X is a draw and 2 is an away win. The market settles on the score after 90 minutes plus stoppage time.
Markets open before kick-off
Ready for the next kick-off.
Ask for your ID on WhatsApp and you can be on a football market in a few minutes. 18+ only. Betting carries financial risk, so set a budget first.
- Pre-match and in-play markets
- Deposits from ₹100
- Same ID as cricket