What does Asian Handicap mean in betting?

Asian Handicap is a handicap market that removes the draw from the equation or splits the stake into parts, which makes the line more flexible and more precise.

How does Asian Handicap work?

If you take -1, the team needs to win by at least 2 goals. If it wins by exactly 1, the stake is simply refunded. There are also full and half lines like -0.5 or +1.5, where there is no refund. Lines such as -0.25 or +0.75 split the stake into two parts.

Why is this market popular?

Asian Handicap gives more options than a standard handicap and helps adjust risk more precisely. That is why it is used so often in football, especially in matches where the line is close and a more careful approach makes more sense than a direct bet on the winner.