Champions League Betting in Ireland 2023

One can place bets on the individual performances of players or as a team in the renowned European football tournament. The most common bet type is the 'Match Betting' option which we will explore below.

The most popular type of bet is also the most obvious: picking which team will win the match. If Manchester City are playing PSG, you can back a City win, a PSG win or a draw. If you want to bet on the UEFA Champions League, picking the winning team is not your only option. You could also place money on things like the total number of goals, which team will score first and even more obscure selections such as the number of cards or corners.

Most betting markets focus on teams rather than individuals: which side will win, how many goals they will score etc. But customers can also place money on player-focused markets, such as first goalscorer, anytime goalscorer and last goalscorer. You can also place a combo bet involving a team outcome and a player outcome - for example, Son Heung-min to score the first goal and Tottenham Hotspur to be the match winner against Villarreal.

Customers can predict the final score, not just which team will emerge victorious - for instance, Benfica 3-1 Eintracht Frankfurt.

An accumulator is often referred to as an acca. It is essentially four or more different selections combined into one bet - to generate returns, you must get each prediction right.

Half-time/full-time is where a punter chooses 1x2 after 45 minutes and 1x2 after 90.

You no longer have to place your bets before the match - sportsbooks offer the chance to bet on events while the game is ongoing.

You can place your stake on a total number of goals, which is usually expressed as something like 'over 2.5' or 'under 2.5'.

Placing money on individual matches remains the most common form of football betting, but bookmakers also provide the opportunity to place a bet on the final outcome of a competition - which is known as an outright market.

This is pretty self-explanatory: you can choose which team will win the UEFA Champions League at any point during the season.

Sometimes, you can also pick a finalist or make a prediction about which stage of the competition a particular team will reach - such as Rangers to make the round of 16.

This is just a numerical way of displaying the three options available when picking the winner - 1 is home win, x is draw, 2 is away win. Sometimes also referred to as Champions League draw betting.

Most bookmakers offer the chance to settle a bet before the result is finalised. If you have backed Juventus to win and they take the lead, you could cash out for a certain price.

We believe that providing competitive Champions League odds is a major factor when selecting a bookmaker, and betting sites that do not offer these do not compare. Punters should consider placing their bets elsewhere, as they should know whether the bookie provides a good deal for customers. 

Bookies that offer a diverse range of Champions League betting markets rank highly in our book. A great deal of match markets should include goals scored, in-play betting, half-time/ full-time, betting on corners, handicap football betting, and much more. Offering betting for champions league outright markets also makes a bookmaker stand out. Some of these options include the Champions League top team/s to make it to the final, the winner's nationality, and the top scorer of the league.

Bookmakers that offer attractive welcome bonuses and promotions for loyal players, such as champions league free bets, keep punters committed. Having multiple choices for promotions or offers, and the opportunity for players to make their own personalised bets get a higher rating in our criteria.  

Accumulator promotions and bonuses are handy for punters, especially during the beginning of the group stages and knockout rounds, where multiple teams play simultaneously. The best Champions League betting sites will also have acca insurance alongside an accumulator offer. This protects your lost bets, and commonly punters are recompensated through a free bet or cash if a particular bet does not go according to plan.

Some betting sites offer bet builders: for punters who want to focus on a particular match but would still like to select different bet combinations for higher odds. This is essentially an accumulator, acting as an option to select multiple bets on the same game (ie one match), as opposed to several matches.

Bookmakers offering in-play live Champions League betting provide a comprehensive and immersive punting experience, taking the game to new heights. Betting sites with in-play betting should provide a mix of in-play markets, ideally featuring a live tracker to stay updated with what's happening with your bet and the action. It is a major bonus when bookies display infographics and statistics to help when placing an in-play bet 

Betting sites must provide several payment options for betters to deposit and/ or withdraw. Before signing up to a Champions League betting site, payment methods should be checked to ensure that your preferred payment option is available. The majority of bookmakers will accept popular payment methods, especially debit cards and e-wallets, others might also accept cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin in some circumstances. 

It is essential for bookmakers to have mobile-optimised betting sites or, even better, a devoted betting app. In a fast-paced society, players require bookies to have a mobile-first approach to be able to play on the go. While some want a devoted mobile app for their bookie, as opposed to displaying the site on an online browser, both options offer their own respective benefits as long as the mobile betting site is well-optimised and can be easily accessed on a browser.

While we hope that all punters have a pleasant experience with the bookmaker of their choice, should the need arise to contact customer service for help, we look for responsive and smooth support. Top settings sites offer 24/7 support, especially live chat, for punters to solve issues easily. Good alternatives would be the availability of email or contact by phone.