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Goalscorer Betting Explained

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Goalscorer markets let you bet on which players will score in a match. This guide explains first, last and anytime scorer, plus the rules that catch people out, with hypothetical examples only.

Key takeaways
  • It is a bet that your chosen player scores at any time in the match.
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  • If they come on after the first goal is already scored, stakes are commonly refunded, but rules vary by operator.

Anytime scorer

The simplest and most popular: your player wins if they score at any point in the match. One goal is enough, and extra goals do not increase the return.

First & last scorer

First scorer needs your player to score the opening goal; last scorer needs them to score the final goal of the match. Both pay longer odds than anytime because they are more specific.

Example. If your first-scorer pick scores the second goal but not the first, the bet loses — even though they scored. Anytime would have won.

Own-goal & substitute rules

Own goals usually do not count for goalscorer bets. For first scorer, if your player comes on after the opening goal is scored, stakes are commonly refunded under each operator's rule. Always read the specific terms.

Combining scorers

Goalscorer markets combine with the correct score in a scorecast, or with the result in a bet builder. All combined legs must win.

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🔞 18+ only. Examples are hypothetical and for explanation only — they are not betting advice or real odds. Please gamble responsibly.

FAQ

What is anytime goalscorer?

It is a bet that your chosen player scores at any time in the match. One goal is enough; extra goals do not increase the return.

Do own goals count for goalscorer bets?

No. Own goals usually do not count toward first, last or anytime goalscorer markets.

What happens to a first-scorer bet if my player is a substitute?

If they come on after the first goal is already scored, stakes are commonly refunded, but rules vary by operator. Check the terms.

How we made this guide. This guide is written and maintained by the 1xRoll Editorial Team and explains the general, widely-accepted rules of the market. All examples are hypothetical and illustrate mechanics only — they are not predictions, betting advice or real odds. Specific rules can vary by event and operator, so always check the in-game or in-bet-slip rules. editorial approach · responsible-gaming policy

Last updated: 2026-06-15

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