Bookmakers offer a main Asian Handicap line (e.g., -1.5), but they also offer “Alternative Lines” ranging from -4.5 to +4.5. Sometimes, the pricing on these deep lines is inefficient.
This calculator takes your expected Goal Difference (e.g., Team A is 1.5 goals better) and projects the fair odds for every handicap line, highlighting where the best value lies.
Risk vs. Reward on Deep Lines
If you think a favorite will crush the underdog, moving the line can massively increase your payout.
Example Scenario
Match: Man City vs. Luton. Expected Goal Diff: 2.0.
- Line -1.5: Probability 65%. Fair Odds 1.53.
- Line -2.5: Probability 45%. Fair Odds 2.22.
If the bookmaker offers 2.50 on the -2.5 line (implied 40%), you have found an edge that doesn’t exist on the main line. This tool helps you visualize that distribution.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a “Buying Points”?
In US sports, this means taking a worse payout for a better line (e.g., moving from -3.5 to -2.5). In Asian Handicap, “Alternative Lines” allow you to do the same—buy safety (lower odds) or sell safety (higher odds).