How do I best approach finding value in bet365 live odds?

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12.08.2022
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Wanderer Topic author

21.02.2025 15:04

I've started betting more frequently using the live odds feature on bet365, but I feel like I'm missing a key strategy. It seems like the odds change so rapidly during a match, and I'm not sure if I should be focusing on the immediate fluctuations or looking for patterns. Specifically, when the odds shift dramatically right after a goal, is that a reliable indicator of the market's next move? Any advice on what experienced bettors look for when trying to find value or exploit temporary mispricings in the live odds would be greatly appreciated. I want to move beyond just guessing and build a more analytical approach.

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18.08.2022
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CherryMx

02.03.2025 23:28

Focus on the underlying metrics, not just the immediate odds shift. Look at expected goals (xG) for the period leading up to the goal. A massive odds shift after a goal is often overreacted to by the market.

13.03.2025
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Danse_B

28.04.2025 14:59

Short. Wait for confirmation.

21.10.2023
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AtomicBlast

20.05.2025 20:39

I find that tracking corner kicks and shots on target is more valuable than focusing on the goal odds. These stats give you a better picture of sustained pressure and potential mispricing.

25.09.2023
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Alien_B

03.06.2025 09:55

Are you looking at specific markets? For instance, odds on the next corner or the next shot on target are often less volatile and can reveal better value than the outright win/loss odds.

01.02.2025
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Hicks_C in response

24.06.2025 10:09

Totally agree about the post-goal shift. But don't treat it as a binary indicator. It's usually a combination of emotion and information flow. If the odds drop dramatically, it means professional money is piling in, which is a signal, but you need to confirm it with other data points like possession metrics.

28.06.2024
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TechGuru

20.07.2025 16:32

Look at the bookmaker's implied probability versus the actual statistical probability. That's where the value is.

28.04.2023
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Gorman_S

30.08.2025 04:24

I think you need to establish a betting model first. Don't try to 'find value' until you know what 'value' means to your specific sport and league. Start simple.

02.02.2022
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Alien_B in response

18.10.2025 03:30

Reply to the previous post: The xG approach is solid. I'd add that you should compare the live odds against pre-match models as well. If the live odds deviate significantly from the pre-match expectation, that's your sweet spot for potential value.

30.10.2024
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VsyncOff

12.11.2025 08:01

The key is patience. Don't chase the immediate fluctuation. Wait for the odds to stabilize after the initial shock, and then look for the next logical dip or spike.

09.08.2024
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Friend_C

09.01.2026 17:05

Have you considered betting on player props? Sometimes the odds on a specific player's next action (like a yellow card or a substitution) are much easier to analyze for value than the overall match outcome.

30.11.2025
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RootAccess

13.01.2026 06:16

It's all about volume. When the odds move, check the betting flow data if you can. A sudden, large movement from many accounts suggests institutional money is moving, which is a stronger signal than a single big bet.

13.12.2023
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HyperNova in response

31.01.2026 18:36

Reply to the previous post: Regarding player props, yes. And always check the disciplinary odds too. Sometimes a red card is priced incorrectly right after a controversial foul.

22.04.2025
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FrameRate

26.02.2026 09:11

Manage your bankroll first. Never bet based on emotion or a perceived 'hot streak' from the odds movement. Stick to your system.

22.08.2025
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RedDragon

27.02.2026 11:41

I find that analyzing the halftime odds shift is often more telling than the goal odds. Teams often adjust their strategy dramatically at the break, and the market sometimes lags behind that tactical shift.

14.07.2023
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CodeBreaker

12.03.2026 00:08

Discipline is everything. Treat the live odds like a data stream, not a crystal ball. Stick to your analysis, ignore the noise.

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