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Double Chance Calculator 2026

Calculate double chance odds (1X, X2, 12) from standard 1X2 match odds instantly

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Enter Match Odds

Double Chance Odds

1X
Home or Draw

1.441

Implied Probability69.41%
Potential Payout$144.1
X2
Away or Draw

1.535

Implied Probability65.13%
Potential Payout$153.5
12
Home or Away

1.321

Implied Probability75.71%
Potential Payout$132.1
Bookmaker Margin 5.13%

Double Chance Formulas

How double chance odds are calculated from 1X2 odds

1X (Home or Draw)

1 / (1/Home + 1/Draw)

1 / (1/2.50 + 1/3.40) = 1.45

X2 (Away or Draw)

1 / (1/Away + 1/Draw)

1 / (1/2.80 + 1/3.40) = 1.53

12 (Home or Away)

1 / (1/Home + 1/Away)

1 / (1/2.50 + 1/2.80) = 1.32

Implied Probability

P = (1 / Odds) × 100

1.45 odds → (1 / 1.45) × 100 = 68.97%

Understanding Double Chance Betting

1X

1X - Home or Draw

You win if the home team wins OR the match ends in a draw. Only lose if the away team wins. Lower odds but higher win probability.

Covers 2 of 3 possible outcomes
X2

X2 - Away or Draw

You win if the away team wins OR the match ends in a draw. Only lose if the home team wins. Popular when backing underdogs safely.

Protects against upset losses
12

12 - Home or Away

You win if either team wins. Only lose on a draw. Best for matches where a draw seems unlikely.

No draw = you win
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Implied Probability

Shows the combined probability of your selected outcomes based on the odds. Higher probability = lower risk but lower payout.

60-75% typical range

Double Chance Odds Examples

How different 1X2 odds translate to double chance markets

Match TypeHome (1)Draw (X)Away (2)1X OddsX2 Odds12 Odds
Balanced2.503.402.801.451.531.32
Home Favorite1.604.005.501.142.321.24
Away Favorite4.503.801.752.061.201.26
Even Match2.903.202.601.521.441.37

Pro Tips

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Use for Accumulator Safety

Add double chance selections to your accumulators instead of straight wins. Lower odds per leg but much higher chance of the accumulator landing.

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Compare with Bookmaker Odds

Calculate fair double chance odds here, then compare with what bookmakers offer. Some books price double chance poorly, creating value.

12 for High-Scoring Leagues

Use 12 (Home or Away) in leagues with few draws like Bundesliga or Eredivisie. Historical draw rates under 20% make 12 bets more valuable.

Pro Strategy

Double chance betting is ideal for building safer accumulators. While individual odds are lower, covering two outcomes per selection significantly increases your overall win probability. For example, a 4-fold accumulator with double chance selections might have 80%+ combined probability compared to ~25% with standard 1X2 picks.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Double chance betting covers two of three possible outcomes in a match. You can bet on Home or Draw (1X), Away or Draw (X2), or Home or Away (12). It reduces risk compared to standard 1X2 betting but offers lower odds.
Double chance odds are calculated by combining the implied probabilities of two outcomes. For 1X, add probabilities of Home win and Draw, then convert back to decimal odds: 1 / (1/HomeOdds + 1/DrawOdds).
Use double chance when you want reduced risk. It's ideal for backing favorites safely (1X), protecting underdog bets (X2), or when you believe a draw is unlikely (12). Perfect for accumulator legs where you want security.
Double chance has lower variance but also lower potential profit per bet. It's profitable when you correctly identify matches where two outcomes are more likely than the odds suggest. Use this calculator to find value opportunities.
Double chance pays on two outcomes - you win or lose. Draw no bet refunds your stake on a draw. Double chance has lower odds but no push result, while draw no bet has higher odds but risk of a refund.
Calculate the fair odds using this tool, then compare with bookmaker offerings. If the bookmaker's odds are higher than your calculated fair odds, that's a value bet.
Yes, double chance is popular in accumulators because it increases the probability of each leg winning. While individual odds are lower, the combined safety can improve overall accumulator success rates.

About Double Chance Betting

Double chance betting is one of the safest betting strategies in football, covering two of three possible match outcomes. Our free double chance calculator instantly converts standard 1X2 match odds into the three double chance markets: 1X (Home or Draw), X2 (Away or Draw), and 12 (Home or Away).

This calculator shows you the fair odds for each double chance market based on the current 1X2 prices. By comparing these calculated odds with what bookmakers offer, you can identify value betting opportunities and make more informed decisions.

Whether you're building safer accumulators, backing favorites with protection, or hedging your football bets, our double chance calculator helps you understand the true probabilities and potential payouts before placing your bet.

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Evgeniy Volkov

Evgeny Volkov

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Math & Software Engineer, iGaming Expert

Over 10 years developing software for the gaming industry. Advanced degree in Mathematics. Specializing in probability analysis, RNG algorithms, and mathematical gambling models.

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