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In-Play Sports Betting at JeffBet Ireland
Live betting is a popular way of betting on sports. Instead of backing an outcome before a game, match or event, you wait until the action begins before making your selections.
This opens up new and exciting markets and offers you an edge, as you can wait to see how a game begins before nailing your colours to the mast.
JeffBet IE has live betting options for major sports like football, tennis, golf, and rugby. Explore your in-play sports betting options and sign up for live sports betting today.
Live Sports Betting Explained
In-play betting (live betting) lets you place bets on sports during a game or match. This lets you consider how the game has started before betting on various outcomes. For instance, if the favourite in a Champions League game goes behind early, you can lock in better odds than you could have got before a ball was kicked.
One challenge of live betting is that odds are constantly changing. We encourage you to watch the game live and have JeffBet open on your phone, tablet, or computer, so you can respond to the action and place your bets in real time.
Pre-Match Betting vs In-Play Betting
How does pre-match wagering compare to in-play betting? The primary difference is when you place your bets. Pre-match wagers must be placed before the first whistle, while in-play bets must be placed when the match has already started.
The table below introduces the differences between each type of sports wager:
| Feature | In-Play Betting | Pre-Match Betting |
|---|---|---|
| Timing | The game must have started for you to place a live bet | You need to wager before the game begins |
| Odds | Live odds constantly change | Pre-match odds are fixed at the time of your bet, but they can change in the lead-up to the fixture |
| Risk | In-play betting is slightly riskier due to the ever-changing odds and gameplay | Every pre-match sports wager carries risk; there’s no guarantee of returns |
| Markets | Live markets are more extensive than pre-match, giving you more options for in-game outcomes | Pre-match wagers typically relate to the outcome of the match, and a few special & proposition bets |
Both pre-match and in-play wagers are popular at JeffBet, but knowing the differences is helpful. In-play betting’s dynamic nature and broader betting options make it an exciting way to capitalise on your research and place more structured bets.
Live Betting Odds & Markets
JeffBet offers live betting markets and odds for all major sports. Football is the most popular sport among in-play punters, so we’ll show you examples of the in-play bets you can place on the English Premier League, La Liga, and other major leagues and tournaments.
You can back the team you think will win in a live wager, alongside some of the following exciting markets:
- Any player or team to score the first or next goal in a football match
- Over or under a specific number of goals being scored in a half or a game
- The final score at half-time and full-time
- A handicap bet on the favourite or underdog (Asian & 3-way handicaps)
- Combo bets like the number of goals and the correct score
- Specials relating to player outcomes (cautions, red cards, goals, etc.)
We cater to all types of players, from newbies to high rollers, and traditionalists to early adopters of new game formats. Discover a taste of what’s in store when you join JeffBet today.
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Alongside live football markets, Jeffbet offers in-play betting options and odds for other sports, including American football, basketball, tennis, golf, and rugby union.
For example, in American football, you can bet on the team to win the first quarter or the player you think will score the first touchdown, while a live golf bet could be on Rory McIlroy to shoot under par in his current round.
Don’t forget that live odds constantly change, depending on what’s happening in the game. This can result in the markets being suspended without notice, so you must be on the pulse to lock in the odds and place live bets in real time.
Follow the in-game action via JeffBet’s live match centre on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. We also invite you to use our bet builder to compile your chosen in-play bets while calculating your returns. Please place live bets responsibly and always bet within your means. Visit our Bet Smart Hub for tools, tips, and resources to help you.
In-Play Betting Pros & Cons
If you’re unsure about placing live wagers at JeffBet, consider the pros and cons to determine if this approach is suited to your preferences and risk tolerance:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| ✅ Added excitement – in-play betting brings extra excitement to online sports betting | ❌ Increased risk – The fluctuating odds and ever-changing nature of the gameplay make in-play betting risky |
| ✅ Dynamic odds – in-play odds are in constant flux, giving you access to great-value betting options not available pre-match | ❌ Fast pace – live betting moves at a super fast pace, and you need to be on the pulse to access good value odds when they appear |
| ✅ Strategic betting – the broader markets mean you can take a more strategic approach to betting while putting your research to good use | ❌ Immersive nature – your full attention is required to bet in-play. It’s not something you can easily do alongside other tasks |
Expert Tips for Live Sports Betting
Before placing your first in-play bets at JeffBet, consider these expert tips to give you the edge:
- Don’t bet on the team you support: As tempting as it is, we suggest you don’t bet on your favourite team, as it can cloud your judgment. So, rather than always placing live bets on Ireland to win in the Six Nations, bet on the fortunes of other teams in the tournament.
- Use statistics to inform your strategy: Live betting is the ideal opportunity to put your research to good use. Consider form, head-to-heads, season stats, and any other data you can get your hands on. For example, check which NFL teams start strongly and which NBA teams don’t wake up until the second quarter. The more research you do, the better your chances of profiting from in-play betting.
- Bet on your phone or tablet: In-play betting is best done on your smartphone or tablet, as you need instant access to the odds and markets while you watch the action. You can sign into your JeffBet account on any mobile device, with no download required, so don’t wait for your PC to load to make your selections.
- Bet within your means: The immersive nature of in-play betting can result in impulsive, sometimes irrational betting. Make sure you stay grounded and bet within your limits. You can head to our Bet Smart Hub to learn about tools, tips, and resources that can help you gamble responsibly.
How to Bet In-Play at JeffBet IE
Now that you’re familiar with how in-play betting works, here are the steps you need to take to place live wagers on your favourite sports:
- Register at JeffBet by clicking JOIN NOW at the top of this page.
- Fill out the registration form and agree to the site’s terms and conditions.
- Check our offers page to see if you can bag a free bet to kick things off. T&Cs apply.
- Deposit at least the minimum amount to fund your in-play bets.
- Visit our sportsbook and navigate to the LIVE tab to see the available in-play markets.
- Check the latest odds by clicking your preferred sport, event, and fixture.
- Select the bet you want and enter the amount you wish to wager.
- Watch the action unfold and cash out if you make a profit. Alternatively, leave the winnings in your account to fund subsequent in-play wagers.
Sports Betting
Along with our exciting casino games, signing up at JeffBet also grants you membership to the JeffBet sportsbook, where you can enjoy competitive betting markets across many of the world’s leading sporting events, tournaments, and racing.
We offer in-game betting, pre-match markets, and special sports-specific promotions for a chance to boost your payouts when you’re onto a winner.
Popular markets in the JeffBet sportsbook include:
- Horse racing
- WWE
- Football
- Rugby
- MMA
- Formula One
- Basketball
- Ice Hockey
- eSports