How to Bet on Cards: A Guide to Betting on Cards in Soccer
In the world of football betting, many people only focus on Asian handicaps, over/under bets or score bets. But there is a potential market that not everyone pays attention to: betting on cards.
Yes, yellow and red cards not only affect the game, but also your wallet if you know how to bet smart.
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What is card betting?
Betting on cards means you predict the number of yellow cards, red cards, or which team will receive more cards in the match.
There are three common types of bets:
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Total cards (Over/Under): The dealer gives a predicted number, you choose over (Over) or under (Under).
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Team to receive more cards : Bet on which team will receive more penalties.
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Player Carded : Predict which player will receive a yellow or red card.
Why bet on cards?
Cards are an indispensable part of the match. But many bookmakers do not pay attention to updating as quickly as other types of bets. This is an opportunity for players to understand the match and win more easily.
In particular, derby matches, matches with “hot-tempered” referees or teams that play rough – are ideal places to bet on cards.
Important factors to monitor
Betting on cards should not be based on emotions. Here are the factors you should study carefully:
1. Arbitration
Referees are extremely important. There are referees who are very easy to card, and there are those who are “soft”. For example, referee Anthony Taylor in England tends to card more than Michael Oliver.
Best: Check referee card statistics over recent matches.
2. The playing style of the two teams
Some famous teams play rough like Getafe (La Liga) or Lazio (Serie A). They often commit fouls and receive many cards.
On the contrary, teams like Man City or Arsenal control the ball well and rarely commit dangerous fouls.
It is important to carefully consider the playing style of both teams before betting.
3. Nature of the match
Derbies, finals, or relegation games are often tense. Players can easily lose their cool and make mistakes.
Such matches often have more cards than average.
4. “Hot” player
Some players tend to commit fouls, argue with referees or play too aggressively. Names like Sergio Ramos, Pepe or Granit Xhaka used to be a “gold mine” for card bets.
Look at last season’s card stats or last 5 games to pick the right person.
Some tips when betting on cards
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Late betting : Usually the bookmaker releases the card odds quite early, but the official lineup is only available about 1 hour before the match. You should wait to see if there are any “hot” players in the starting lineup before betting.
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Don’t bet on names : Don’t think there will be many cards in the Real vs Barca match. The two teams may play conservatively if they are sure of qualifying for the next round.
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Observe the weather and the field : Matches in the rain and on slippery fields are more likely to have collisions and fouls. This factor is often overlooked.
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Watch live if betting on cards in the match : If you bet live, watch the match to feel the rhythm. If you see the match starting to get tense, with many fouls – you can bet on Over cards.
Common mistakes
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Betting on emotions : Being a MU fan does not mean MU will have few cards. Need to look with a neutral eye.
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Ignoring the referee factor : This is a common mistake. The referee greatly influences the number of cards.
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No updated squad information : If a player receives many cards but does not start, the card bet can easily fall.
Real life example
Let’s say it’s a match between Atletico Madrid and Sevilla. Both teams are playing aggressively, often receiving more than 3 cards per match. The referee is the one who has given out 6 cards per match in the last 5 times.
=> Betting Over 4.5 cards is reasonable.
Or a match between Arsenal and Fulham, both teams played smoothly and controlled the ball well. The referee rarely blew the whistle.
=> Betting Under 3.5 cards will be safer.
Conclusion
Betting on cards is an interesting and potential option. But to win, you need data and careful observation.
Don’t just bet on a feeling. Do your research, wait for the right moment and bet smart.
Remember: In football, everything can change. But if you time it right, betting on cards can be a real gold mine.