How to Identify Fixed Matches

If you can spot a fixed match, then you might be able to make it work in your favor. Here are four things to look out for:

1. Too Much Referee Influence
Referees have a lot of influence on the outcome of games, and a single decision can mean the difference between winning and losing. So, if you notice that a referee blatantly favors one team over the other, it could be worth placing a bet on the favored team.

2. Odd Player Performance
It’s not uncommon for players to have the occasional bad day. However, if a professional at the top of their game is playing particularly poorly, it could be a sign the match is fixed. It can be a good idea to place a bet on the opposition in such cases.

3. Irregular Odds
Football betting odds are driven mainly by how much has been placed on each team. If a lot of money is placed on a particular team, the betting odds will fall. If betting odds appear to be unusually skewed in favor of a team, it could indicate that betting syndicates are placing bets knowing the match is fixed.

4. Sudden Drop in Performance
Even the best teams don’t always play well, but a sudden drop in performance during a single match is unusual. If a team had been playing reasonably well in the first half but comes out poorly in the second, it could be a sign they’ve received instructions to fix the match.