Goalscorer Betting Explained
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.
- It is a bet that your chosen player scores at any time in the match.
- No.
- 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.
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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FAQ
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.
No. Own goals usually do not count toward first, last or anytime goalscorer markets.
If they come on after the first goal is already scored, stakes are commonly refunded, but rules vary by operator. Check the terms.
Last updated: 2026-06-15