What is BTTS (Both Teams to Score) in Betting?

If you love the thrill of a 90-minute football match where every attack matters, then BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is likely already on your radar.

At The Bonus Box, we value BTTS because it’s one of the few bets where you don’t actually care who wins the game. You aren’t rooting for a team; you’re rooting for goals. Here is everything you need to know about mastering this market.

The Simple Definition: What is BTTS?

BTTS stands for Both Teams to Score. It is a straightforward "Yes/No" market:

• BTTS – Yes: You win if both teams score at least one goal each (e.g., 1-1, 2-1, 5-4).

  
  

• BTTS – No: You win if at least one team fails to score (e.g., 0-0, 1-0, 0-3).

It doesn't matter if the game ends in a draw or a blowout; as long as both teams find the back of the net, your "Yes" bet is a winner.

Why BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is a "Fan Favorite"

1. Action Until the Final Whistle: Unlike a "Match Result" bet where a 3-0 lead might end the excitement, a BTTS bet is alive as long as one team is stuck on zero. A 94th-minute consolation goal can turn a losing ticket into a winner.

2. Simple Research: You don't need to worry about complex handicaps. You just need to know if two teams have "leaky" defenses or "hot" strikers.

3. High Frequency: In modern football, clean sheets are becoming rarer. High-pressing tactics mean goals are frequent, making BTTS - Yes a very high-probability bet.

BTTS and the Bet Builder Revolution

The real power of BTTS is realized when you combine it with other markets. Since BTTS is a "prop" style bet, it is the perfect "anchor" for a Bet Builder.

For example, instead of just betting BTTS - Yes at low odds, you can use a Bet Builder to create:

• BTTS - Yes + Over 2.5 Goals + Erling Haaland to Score.

By stacking these, you turn a simple bet into a high-value play. To learn how to master these combinations, check out our guide on How Bet Builders are Revolutionizing Sports Betting.

3 Strategies for Finding BTTS Value

1. The "Top vs. Bottom" Trap

Beginners often think a top-tier team playing a bottom-tier team is a "No" for BTTS. However, top teams often rotate their defenders or play high defensive lines, leaving them vulnerable to a counter-attack. Look for "Giant Killers" who have a history of scoring even when they lose.

2. Defensive Injuries

Always check the lineup. If a team is missing their starting center-back or goalkeeper, the "BTTS - Yes" value sky-rockets. We discuss how to track these variables in our

How to Bet on Sports article.

3. The "Must-Win" Scenario

In the second leg of a cup tie or a relegation battle, teams have to take risks. When one team must score to stay in the competition, the game opens up, making goals at both ends highly likely.

Both Teams to Score & Your Bankroll

Because BTTS bets often have odds around 1.50 to 1.90, they are great for "Steady Growth" strategies. As we highlight in our Bankroll Management Strategy, sticking to consistent units on these high-probability markets is the "Pro" way to play, rather than chasing massive accumulators.

Summary Checklist

• BTTS - Yes: Both teams must score at least one goal.

• BTTS - No: At least one team must keep a clean sheet (0).

• 90 Minutes Only: Unless specified, BTTS only counts for "Normal Time" (not extra time or penalties).

• Own Goals Count: Yes, a defender scoring in their own net counts as a goal for the opposition!