The Do’s and Don’ts of a Successful Soccer Player

Bet only what you can afford. Define a bankroll at the beginning of the year or season and stick to it.

Define a betting system and stick to it.

Don’t bet on teams or leagues you don’t know anything about. Try to specialize in the chosen leagues.

Don’t assume there are ‘sure things’. Any result is possible.

Your Selection Criteria must include recent form, a minimum of the last 5 matches.

In general, stick to betting on league matches as recent team form is only consistent within the confines of that league.

Don’t bet early in the season; wait until each team has played at least 6 games for your analysis of recent form to be valid.

Do not bet on local derbies or even teams. The exception is that the odds are favorable to cover your bet (ie cover the bet on a tie).

After analyzing your bets, stand by your decision. Avoid outside influence.

Do not work with more than 3 Selection Criteria Strategies. Define your Selection Criteria Strategies; adjust them as you go.

Analyze all bets after the fact, especially if it is a losing bet. Learn from your mistakes and/or experiences.

Determine the best return on your bet from various bookmakers. The variation in returns between bookmakers can be substantial, especially on multiple or accumulator bets.

Bet only when you think the odds are fair or acceptable for your bet.

Bet only on the smallest combinations of feasible outcomes. 4+ accumulators can give big wins, but they are also the most difficult to achieve.

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Bet only when the odds are in your favor. Don’t bet to bet.

Always stay calm, especially after a big win or loss. Discipline is the key.