Soccer corner betting: choice of matches, secrets and strategies

The list of sports events in the world-class bookmakers like 1xbet is very wide. Recently, corner corner bets in soccer have become very popular. The potential of this type of betting immediately appreciated by experienced losskeepers, starting to develop and improve their strategies.

It should be immediately noted that it is difficult for the beginners without proper experience, knowledge and analytical skills to make a successful prediction on the number of corner kicks per game. But our material will help to eliminate the gaps in this area of betting. We do not offer a "win-win strategy", because it is impossible to make one, even if you are a soccer analyst with 50 years of experience. By studying our recommendations, you will gradually learn to objectively assess the potential of teams in this aspect of the game and make bets with a high probability of winning.

What is a corner kick in soccer?

A corner kick is one of the ways to restart the game (standard position). The referee awards a corner kick if the ball has completely crossed the line, having touched the defending team's player one last time before. Goals scored directly from a corner kick into the opposing team's goal are scored in accordance with the rules.

A corner kick is one of the components of a match. Along with free kicks, corner kicks often sharpen the game, increasing the scoring chances of the attacking team. However, novice bettors often see betting on corners almost like a lottery. Meanwhile, there are many factors that may indicate a clear advantage of one of the teams in this game indicator.

Factors affecting the number of corners in the match

Based on this factor, the bettor can purposefully choose a match in which the number of corner kicks will be higher than average or vice versa. That is, one of the teams will theoretically attack actively, and the other - effectively defend.

A clear example: the match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. The Catalan team has one of the best offenses in world soccer, while the Madrid club is famous for its concrete defense.

A cursory analysis of the standings can give a general idea of the attacking and defensive potential of the teams. It is enough to look at the number of goals scored and conceded. But it will only be a superficial assessment.

The overall class of the teams

This evaluation criterion resonates to some extent with the previously described (offense-defense level). But the difference is that even a defensive monster like Atlético Madrid can attack more, possess the ball more and serve corners if it plays against Huesca or a Segunda team in a Spanish Cup match. It is all due to the banal superiority in class. And if an outsider has a good goalkeeper and relatively reliable defense, the number of corners served will be quite high.

Level of play of the midfielders

Teams with speedy wingers often rely on crosses on the edge and then crosses into the penalty area. The more often the wings attack, the more corners the team serves per game on average.

The class and style of play of the goalkeeper

When the defense is no good, all the hope is on the goalie. If the goalkeeper of a conditionally weaker team acts very confidently in a particular match, expect a large number of corners. Cappers often take advantage of this observation when betting in Live mode. For example, the goalkeeper took several "dead" goals in the first half, and several more were converted to corners. So, there is a high probability that the frequency of corners will not decrease in the second half.

Weather conditions/field conditions

If the match takes place in pouring rain or on a snowy field, the dynamics of the game drops significantly. A large part of the playing time players are in the middle of the field and in the supporting areas, as the speed advantage of one team in these conditions is canceled out. A "bald" lawn is another enemy of corners. On poor quality pitches the ball is often deflected over the touchline by the attacking players and not by the defenders of the opposing team.

Home field

The support of the fans motivates the team to be more active on the field. Sometimes the fans create so much noise that even the favorite team loses confidence and starts to play more defense. The "twelfth player" factor is often evident in championships with high attendance rates.

The motivation of teams in a particular match

Imagine the following situation: one team has already solved its problems in the standings and can field the reserve squad for the game. The other is on the verge of relegation to a less prestigious division. There is a very high probability that the outsider will bet on the attacking action and will play in a "take-it-or-leave-it" style. In such cases, the number of corners can be much higher than the average.

In a live broadcast, a preliminary analysis of these factors is reinforced by watching the game directly. It is live, according to many bettors, has good potential for successful betting on corners.

Average number of corners per game

This figure can vary in a very wide range: much depends on the factors listed above, as well as on the particular championship and individual teams. The average total number of corner kicks per match is about 10.5. This figure applies to the leading European championships (England, Italy, Spain, Germany). It is these figures serve as a reference point for bookmakers, who set the odds.

Of course, in Live mode corner angle odds differ significantly from the original. Here the individual factors come into force: the state of the teams as a whole and individual players, the tactics selected, changes in the score in the match, changes in the line-ups of teams, removal of players. And the average value of 10.5 with the final whistle may take the form of "2", or maybe "15".

Working corner betting strategies

There are several popular strategies for betting on corner kicks, which, with quality analysis can bring regular winnings.

The losing favorite

In competitive European soccer, it is not uncommon for a conditional outsider to open the score in a match and "close" in defense. In an attempt to win back the favorite arranges the siege of the opponent's goal that necessarily affects the intensity of attacks, including flank, and the number of corner kicks. Accordingly, it is recommended to bet on the total more - of course, if the bookmaker has not raised the odds to the sky.

In these games it is necessary to additionally take into account the statistical indicators of both teams to determine the corner kick total with greater accuracy. A useful trick: calculate the total total by the proportion 1 corner/10 minutes.

This technique is suitable for beginners and those who are not too well versed in the nuances of a soccer match. Its essence is to bet on the victory of the favorite in the match + on the victory of the same team by the number of corners. As a rule, the odds of such a parlay exceed 2, which is quite acceptable for betting.