Knowledge Base
Glossary
Plain-English definitions for the terminology used across Goal Moments.
- Accumulator
- A single bet that links multiple selections; all must win for the bet to pay out.
- Asian Handicap
- A split handicap that reduces the possible outcomes to two, often using quarter‑goal lines to eliminate draws.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you have set aside for placing bets.
- Bet Builder
- A feature that lets you combine different markets from the same match into one custom wager.
- Cash Out
- An option to settle a bet before the event ends, locking in a profit or limiting a loss.
- Deposit Method
- The payment option you use to add funds to your account, such as a card or e‑wallet.
- Free Bet
- A token credited by the sportsbook that can be used to place a bet without using your own money.
- In-Play
- Betting on a match while it is happening, with odds that update as the game unfolds.
- Juice
- The commission that a sportsbook takes from a bet, built into the odds, which reduces potential payouts.
- Know Your Customer
- A verification process required by law to confirm your identity and prevent fraudulent activity.
- Line Movement
- The change in odds or point spread for a market as betting activity progresses.
- Maximum Payout
- The highest amount a sportsbook will pay out on a single bet, regardless of the odds.
- Minimum Stake
- The smallest amount you can wager on a particular market or promotion.
- Moneyline
- A bet on which team will win the match, with odds shown as a positive or negative number.
- Odds Boost
- A promotion that increases the odds on a selected market, giving a higher potential payout.
- Over/Under
- A bet on whether the total number of goals in a match will be more or less than a set value.
- Point Spread
- A handicap applied to the favored team to even out the betting odds, expressed as a number of goals.
- Responsible Gambling
- Practices and resources designed to ensure that betting remains safe and does not become harmful.
- ROI
- Short for return on investment; the net profit or loss from betting relative to the amount wagered.
- Self-Exclusion
- A tool that lets you temporarily or permanently block access to your account to help control gambling.
- Stake Not Returned
- A free bet where the original amount is not included in any winnings you receive.
- Steam
- Rapid, heavy betting on a particular outcome that causes the odds to shift quickly.
- Unit
- A standardized bet size, often a small percentage of your bankroll, used to manage risk.
- Wagering Requirement
- The number of times you must bet a bonus before you can withdraw any related winnings.