Sports Betting

Sports betting is a passionate pursuit that has captivated the hearts of fans for centuries. Rooted in the simple act of predicting the outcome of a sporting event and placing a bet on that prediction, it's a practice that combines knowledge, strategy, and a bit of luck.

In traditional sports betting, fans place bets before events kick off, relying on factors like instinct, previous performance data, or sometimes just sheer gut instinct. These pre-game bets can range in duration, from long-term wagers like predicting the outright winner of the Premier League to short-term forecasts such as who might triumph in one of the upcoming weekend's fixtures.

With the advancement of technology, online sports betting has introduced an entirely new dimension to this classic practice. You can now access a plethora of data and bet from the comfort of your own home or on the go via tablets or smartphones, with Paddy Power.

One of the most exciting developments in online sports betting is the ability to bet live in-play. As the name suggests, in-play betting allows you to place bets while the action is ongoing. This dynamic form of betting offers unique opportunities, as odds fluctuate in real time based on the unfolding events in the game. Whether it's a sudden goal in a football match or a twist in a tennis game, in-play betting ensures you're always part of the action, every step of the way.

How do betting odds work?

Betting odds represent the probability that a particular outcome will take place in a sporting event. With this probability, you can work out how much money you'll win if your bet is successful. The potential payout of a bet is determined by the odds attached to that bet. For instance, if you bet £10 at odds of 2/1, you could win £20 in addition to getting your initial stake back, which results in a total return of £30.

Where can I see the latest online betting odds?

Paddy Power is your go-to destination for the latest betting odds. Our platform regularly updates odds to ensure you get the best possible value on every bet you place. Just head on over to the event you wish to bet on, whether it is yet to kick off or even if it's already in play, and see all the available odds for the current markets you can bet on.

What are the most popular sports to bet on?

At Paddy Power, some of the top sports bet on include football, horse racing, tennis, and golf. In football, competitions like the Premier League and Champions League are favourites amongst punters, while horse racing fans often look towards the Grand National and Cheltenham Festival. But that's not all: you can also bet on events from all over the world, whether that be the US Open for tennis or even the US Masters or USPGA.

What are the most popular online betting markets?

A single sporting event on Paddy Power can feature hundreds of betting markets. Despite the amount of choice, there are online betting markets that are more popular than others. One of the top betting markets is the outright winner, or match result market. This is the most basic bet where you predict the outcome of an event such as the winner of a tennis match or the outcome of a football match, where a draw is also an option.

Other popular betting markets in football include correct score, first goalscorer, both teams to score and over/under 2.5 goals. In horse racing, the most popular markets are the win and each-way bets. The win bet predicts the winner of a race, while the each-way bet predicts that a horse will win or finish in an official place e.g., first, second or third.

How do I bet online with Paddy Power?

Betting with Paddy Power is pretty straightforward. Simply begin by creating or logging into your account. Once in, make a deposit (if you don't already have funds to play with). Then, select the sport and event of your choice. Finally, choose your bet type, set your stake, and place your bet.

Our intuitive platform means that placing a bet is a hassle-free experience!