The Half-Time/Full-Time (HT/FT) market is famous for offering some of the highest odds in football betting. By predicting the result at the break and the result at the final whistle, bettors can turn small stakes into massive returns.
However, this market comes with a cost. Because there are 9 possible outcomes, bookmakers often hide massive margins (15% to 20%) within these odds. Without doing the math, you might be accepting a terrible price for a risky bet. Our HT/FT Calculator generates a complete probability matrix, stripping away the vigorish to show you the True Probability and Fair Odds for every possible combination.
HT/FT Probability Matrix
9 OutcomesEnter the bookmaker's odds for all 9 Half-Time/Full-Time outcomes to see the True Probability (Devigged) and Fair Odds.
| HT / FT | Home (1) | Draw (X) | Away (2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HT: 1 | |||
| HT: X | |||
| HT: 2 |
(Fair Odds)
How to Use the HT/FT Calculator
This tool is designed to decode the complex 3×3 matrix of outcomes. Here is how to utilize it effectively:
- Open Your Sportsbook: Navigate to the “Half Time / Full Time” market for your chosen match. You will see 9 options (e.g., Home/Home, Draw/Away, etc.).
- Fill the Matrix: Enter the decimal odds for all 9 outcomes into the calculator.
- Row 1 (HT: 1): Home team leads at Half Time.
- Row 2 (HT: X): Draw at Half Time.
- Row 3 (HT: 2): Away team leads at Half Time.
- Analyze the Output: The calculator will display:
- Bookie Margin: See exactly how much “juice” is charged on this specific market.
- Fair Odds: The price you should be getting. If the bookie offers 25.0 for a turnaround (1/2), but the calculator says the Fair Odds are 30.0, it’s a bad value bet.
Pro Tip: If you only care about the final result and want lower margins, use our standard 1X2 Probability Calculator. If you want to bet on a specific scoreline, try the Correct Score Calculator.
Real-World Examples: The “Turnaround” Bet
The most attractive bets in HT/FT are the “Turnarounds” (e.g., Home team leads at HT, Away team wins at FT). Let’s look at the math.
Example 1: The Comeback (1/2)
In a match between Man City vs. Liverpool, the odds for Man City/Liverpool (1/2) are 28.00.
- You input all 9 odds into the calculator.
- The total market percentage sums to 118% (an 18% margin!).
- The calculator removes this margin and reveals the Fair Odds for the 1/2 outcome are actually 34.50.
Verdict: Even though 28.00 looks huge, you are being shortchanged significantly. The risk does not match the reward.
Example 2: The “Bore Draw” (X/X)
You bet on Draw/Draw (X/X) in a tight defensive game. The bookie offers 4.50.
- The calculator shows the True Probability is 24%.
- This translates to Fair Odds of 4.16.
Verdict: Since the bookie offers 4.50 (which is higher than the fair 4.16), this represents Positive Value (+EV). This is a bet worth taking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does 1/1 or X/2 mean?
The first symbol represents the result at Half-Time, and the second represents the result at Full-Time.
1/1: Home Team leads at HT, Home Team wins at FT.
X/2: Draw at HT, Away Team wins at FT.
2/1: Away Team leads at HT, Home Team wins at FT (Comeback).
Why are the margins so high on HT/FT?
Generally, the more outcomes a market has, the higher the margin. A standard 1X2 Market has 3 outcomes and a ~5% margin. The HT/FT market has 9 outcomes, allowing bookmakers to hide a margin of 15-20% because it is harder for bettors to calculate the true probabilities mentally.
Does “1/1” mean the score is 1-1?
No! This is a common mistake. 1/1 means “Home Team / Home Team”. It has nothing to do with the specific scoreline (1-1). If you want to bet on the score being 1-1, check the “Correct Score” market.
Is HT/FT the same as “Win Both Halves”?
No. 1/1 simply means leading at the break and winning at the end. For example, if a team scores in the 10th minute and no more goals are scored (1-0 HT, 1-0 FT), the 1/1 bet wins. However, a “Win Both Halves” bet would lose because the team drew the second half 0-0.