Bet In-Play While The Action Unfolds
In-play betting at LuckyMate means betting on an event after it has started, with odds that move as play goes on. This page explains how it works, common market types and how to stay in control. 18+, T&Cs apply.
Join LuckyMateHow In-Play Betting Works
Find a live event
Open the In-play section from the main menu and pick a sport. Events that are under way are listed there.
Watch the odds move
Prices change as the game changes. A goal for the underdog shortens their odds and lengthens the favourite's.
Place and confirm
Tap a price, enter your stake and confirm. Odds can change quickly, so check the price on your betslip before you confirm.
Live Market Types Explained
| Market | What it means |
|---|---|
| Match result | Pick a home win, a draw or an away win while the match is under way |
| Next goal | Pick which team scores the next goal |
| Total goals | Bet on more or fewer goals than a set line, such as 2.5 |
| Both teams to score | A yes or no bet on whether each side finds the net |
| Horse racing | Read the horse racing page for racing bet types |
Availability depends on the event. Odds can change quickly during play.
Tips For Staying In Control
Live betting is fast. Decisions made in the heat of a match can differ from those you would make calmly before kick-off.
- Set a budget and a limit before the match starts;
- Do not chase losses with bigger stakes;
- Use the tools to set limits, take time out and track your play;
- Avoid betting when tired, upset or after drinking;
- Plan your bets ahead in the sportsbook instead.
If gambling stops being fun, free confidential help is available from BeGambleAware.org, and you can self-exclude with GamStop. In-play betting is for over-18s only.
In-Play FAQs
What does in-play mean?
In-play, or live, betting means placing bets on an event after it has started, with odds that change as play goes on.
Why do live odds change so quickly?
Prices move with the action, for example after a goal. Check the price on your betslip before you confirm your bet.
Does the welcome free bet work in-play?
The free bet is for a 2+ leg acca or Bet Builder at min odds 6/4. It needs a £10 minimum first deposit, and it expires in 7 days. Check the T&Cs for which markets qualify. 18+.
Join The Live Action
Registration is free and needs no deposit. Create your LuckyMate account to bet in-play.
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