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Online Sports Betting in Ireland at JeffBet
JeffBet is home to online sports betting in Ireland, giving you many sports betting options and markets, alongside highly competitive odds.
Back your favourite teams in all major sports like football, horse racing, and rugby while betting on popular Irish sports like Gaelic football.
You can also get involved in our unique promotions and receive free bets and other offers when you sign up and deposit to wager.
We offer responsible gambling tools and tips alongside expert betting tips and strategies to help you identify winners.
Here’s a run-through of the major sports betting options and markets at JeffBet:
Football
Access odds for all major football leagues, competitions, and matches at JeffBet. You can bet on a team to win a competition outright or any fixture during the football season. You may also access popular goals markets like both teams to score or dabble in in-play wagering, betting on the number of cards or cautions in a match.
Here are the most popular competitions for football betting at JeffBet:
- European leagues: English Premier League, La Liga, Scottish Premier League, Bundesliga, League of Ireland Premier Division
- International competitions: The World Cup, the European Championships, and the African Cup of Nations
- Continental competitions: The Champions League, the Europa League, and the Copa Libertadores
Horse Racing
JeffBet is a top betting site for horse racing punters, with odds and options for all major Irish, European, and American races. Daily markets for all meets and great value odds are available, including the following races and festivals:
- Irish Racing: The Irish Grand National, Dublin Racing Festival at Leopardstown
- Flat Racing: Epsom Derby, 1000 & 2000 Guineas, The Oaks, The St Leger, Royal Ascot, Glorious Goodwood
- Jump Racing: The Cheltenham Gold Cup, The Grand National, The King George VI Chase
- World Events: The Kentucky Derby, The Melbourne Cup, The Dubai World Cup
Rugby
We offer plenty of betting opportunities throughout the rugby season. Back the Irish team in the Six Nations or bet on domestic rugby competitions like the English Premiership or France’s Top 14. Here’s an overview of your rugby betting options at JeffBet:
- International rugby union: The World Cup and the Six Nations
- Domestic rugby union: English Premiership, France Top 14, New Zealand National Provincial Championship.
- Rugby league: Australian National Rugby League, State of Origin
Golf
Back your favourite golfers, such as Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry, as they compete on the PGA Tour. You can also bet on popular team events like the Ryder Cup. Here are the most common golf betting markets at JeffBet:
- Majors: USPGA Championship, US Open, The Open Championship, US Masters
- Team events: The Ryder Cup, The Presidents Cup, The Solheim Cup
- Other events: The Irish Open and the Scottish Open.
American Football
Given American Football's popularity in Ireland, we also offer extensive betting options and markets for the NFL and CFL. Bet on your favourite teams in the regular season and before the Super Bowl, with markets offered for the following leagues:
- USA: NFL (regular season, playoffs, Super Bowl), NCAA
- Canada: CFL (outright & pre-match)
Cricket
Bet on each cricket format at our Irish sports betting site, including T20s, ODIs involving Ireland, and test matches. Bet on major cricket series like the Ashes and popular domestic leagues like the IPL. Here’s an overview of your cricket betting options at JeffBet:
- World: ICC World Cup, Test Series (The Ashes), International ODIs & T20s involving Ireland
- United Kingdom: The Hundred, County Championship
- India: The Indian Premier League
- Australia: T20 Big Bash, Queensland Premier, WA Premier
- South Africa & USA: Minor League, Major League Cricket, SA20 League
For more sports betting options and markets, click “All” and browse the sports offered.
We’re also one of Ireland’s leading Esports betting sites, letting you bet on VALORANT, League of Legends, and Counter-Strike 2 tournaments. You’ll also find markets for sports like snooker, tennis, speedway, MMA, and many others.
JeffBet Sports Betting Options
You can place many different types of sports bets from your JeffBet account:
| Wager Type | Explained |
|---|---|
| Outright (futures) | This is a future wager on the winner of a specific tournament or league. For example, bet on the team you think will win the English Premier League. |
| Match result | Back any team to win a sports fixture in any competition. You can remove the draw by opting for a “draw no bet” wager. |
| Handicap | A handicap bet levels the playing field, giving the favourite a deficit they must overcome. For instance, in a Champions League match between Celtic and Real Madrid, the Spanish side might be given a -1.5 goal handicap to overcome. |
| Totals (over/under) | This is a bet on the total number of points or goals scored in a match, over or under a specific number. For example, bet on over or under 39.5 points being scored in a Six Nations match between Ireland and France. |
| Accumulator | Bet on three or more matches in the same wager to increase your potential odds. Accumulator betting is particularly popular in football but can be applied to many sports. |
| Specials (props) | Instead of betting on the outcome, bet on instances within a match. In rugby, for example, you can bet on the player you think will score the first try. |
| In-play (live) | Wait for the match or event to start and get involved in live betting at JeffBet. In golf, you could bet on Rory McIlroy to birdie the next hole in the US Masters. |
| Each-way | Each-way betting is popular in horse racing, golf, and other sports. This lets you bet on a person, team, or horse to finish in the top few places, instead of winning outright. For instance, you can back a horse each-way ahead of the Irish Grand National, and if it finishes in the top three or four places at Fairyhouse, you’ll receive a payout. |
Use our Jeffbet bet builder tool to customise your sports wagers and calculate your potential returns.
Sports Betting Odds Explained
Understanding how sports betting odds work is the first step when betting on the action. The odds show you the likelihood of something happening, while illustrating your potential profit.
The longer the odds, the less likely an event is to occur. You can see odds at JeffBet listed in three ways:
Decimals
Decimal odds are widely used in Ireland and are the easiest to understand. If an event has decimal odds of 3.00, a €10 wager would return €30 (€20 profit plus your stake back). For instance:
- Arsenal to win the English Premier League - 10.00
n this example, you’re backing Arsenal to win the English Premier League at odds of 10.00. So, if you bet €1.00, you’ll receive €10.00 back. Increase your stake to €10, and you would bag €100 if the Gunners win the Premier League.
Fractions
Fractional odds are commonly used in the United Kingdom. They express profit relative to stake and are easy enough to understand when you get the hang of things. If you see odds of 3/1, you’ll profit €3 for every €1 staked. For example:
- Shane Lowry to win the Open Championship - 20/1
You’re betting on Shane Lowry to win the Open Championship at 20/1. So, a €1 bet will return €20, while a €10 bet would give you €200.
American
Though not commonly used in Ireland, you can still use American odds. The minus (-) sign indicates the favourite, while the positive (+) sign shows the underdog.
The negative number indicates how much you must bet to win €100, while the positive number illustrates the profit you would make on a €100 wager. For instance:
- The LA Lakers (-130) to beat the Sacramento Kings (+140)
You can back the LA Lakers in this NBA bet to beat the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers are the favourites, shown by their negative odds. So, you’d need to stake €130 to win €100.
On the other hand, if you think the Kings will win, a €100 bet would return a € 140 profit.
Tips & Advice for Betting on Sport
Below are some handy tips and expert insights that will help you as you bet on sports at JeffBet:
- Set your limits: Manage your bankroll by setting daily, weekly, or monthly limits. We encourage you to be specific with how much you can afford to spend and stick to this limit. Consider capping your wagers at 1-5% of your bankroll to help preserve it.
- Bet within your means: At JeffBet, we take responsible gambling seriously. Use our deposit and loss limit tools to bet within your means. If you’re struggling to gamble responsibly, self-exclude from JeffBet and take some time away.
- Do your research: If you’re unfamiliar with MMA or ice hockey, don’t bet on the UFC or NHL without researching first. Betting blindly can cause you to lose money, so bet on sports you’re comfortable with and conduct research to educate yourself.
- Avoid betting on your team: If you’re a passionate Irish men’s rugby team supporter, avoid betting on them during the Six Nations. Backing the team you support can cloud your judgment and may lead to irresponsible gambling habits.
- Use our offers: Jeffbet offers new and existing player promotions, including free bets, odds boosts, and other great deals. Visit our promotions page to learn about our offers and boost your bankroll when depositing.
- Customise your bets: The JeffBet bet builder is a great way to use your research. Throughout the season, you can create custom bets and add value to your bet slip using our bet builder.
Get Started with Online Betting at JeffBet
Keen to bet on rugby union, golf, football, and other sports? Create your JeffBet account by following these steps:
- Click the green JOIN NOW button at the top of the screen.
- Fill out the form with your email address, password, and mobile number.
- Agree to the terms and conditions and confirm you’re 18+ to sign up.
- Deposit cash to access our sports welcome bonus. Terms and conditions apply.
- Browse our sportsbook to find the sport, event, and team/player you want to bet on.
- Set your limits and decide how much to wager. Then, place your bet. Please gamble responsibly.
We want you to enjoy sports betting at JeffBet, so please always bet within your means and use our safe gambling tools to help you. For support and guidance on responsible wagering, visit our Bet Smart Hub.