Serie A Betting and Odds at NetBet Sport

One of the biggest leagues in Europe, Serie A has had a tumultuous journey over the decades. Scandals aside, Italian football remains a favourite among avid bettors, with the fierce rivalries and passionate fans ensuring the atmosphere is always electric.

When it comes to Serie A betting there is no shortage of options. Whether it’s outright betting, pre-match or in-play, you will find a huge array of markets available at NetBet Sport, from 1x2 bets and both teams to score, to number of corners and beyond. Here is everything you need to know about Serie A betting before you get started.

History of Serie A

Serie A is one of the oldest leagues in world football having been established in 1898. It was originally organised on a regional basis, but the league gradually expanded to include clubs from all over the country.

In the early years, clubs from Northern Italy, particularly from the cities of Turin, Milan, and Genoa, dominated the league. The 1970s saw AC Milan and Juventus dominating Italian football. Milan, under the management of Nereo Rocco and with players like Gianni Rivera, won several league titles.

The 1980s were marked by the incredible rise of SSC Napoli, thanks in large part to the iconic Argentine player Diego Maradona. Napoli secured their first-ever Serie A title in the 1986-1987 season.

2006 was a year to forget in Italian football, when investigations revealed the findings of the Calciopoli match-fixing scandal. Several prominent clubs, including Juventus, were penalised, and their titles were revoked, causing many to look on them with disdain. This incident had a significant impact on Italian football's reputation, a reputation that they are working to restore to this day.

Juventus remain the most decorated Italian club having claimed 36 Serie A titles, followed by Inter (20), Milan (19), and Genoa (9).

Popular Serie A Betting Markets

Here are some of the most popular Serie A betting markets available at NetBet Sport:

Outcome and Both to Score: A combo bet that involves selecting the result of a match and whether both teams will score. For example, Juventus win and both teams to score: no, would mean they need to win and keep a clean sheet.

Outcome and total goals: This bet requires players to predict the outcome of a match while also betting over/under on a set line. For example, AC Milan to win and over 2.5 goals.

Correct score: Exact scoreline betting involves predicting the final score of a match, often offering higher Serie A odds due to the unpredictability of football matches.

Booking points: Popular in Serie A betting as the league averages the highest number of yellow cards among Europe’s top leagues. Bettors must wager on over/under a set number of booking points.

Serie A Betting Tips and Strategies

Here are a few tips you should employ to help boost your chances of winning:

Analyse Form: Before backing a team, ensure you take a deep dive into their recent form, as well as their previous head-to-head with the upcoming opponent. There’s no point backing a team that hasn’t won in 10 and is yet to win against a specific opponent this century! This also includes looking into their records at home and on the road, as some teams’ performance can drastically differ due to these factors.

Research Players Card History: If you’re opting to bet on the cards market, always look into the disciplinary record of the players you are backing to be carded. Some players have a record of being booked, and some positions - such as central midfield - are more prone to players being booked in.

Consider Live Betting: Live betting allows you to utilise your Serie A knowledge to profit from shifting odds as the game environment changes. For example, you might have researched and found that the Napoli full back often gets yellow cards when up against fast wingers. If he makes a couple of early fouls, you can react and bet on him to receive the next card.

Betting on Serie A Derbies

Serie A is known for its intense rivalries, with passionate fan-led groups called the ‘ultras’ adding to the atmosphere with drums and flares. This tension is transferred to the pitch, with Italian derbies often becoming incredibly heated. Some of the biggest Serie A derbies include Derby della Madonnina (AC Milan vs Inter), Derby della Capitale (Roma vs Lazio), and Derby d'Italia (Juventus vs Inter).

These matches open up a whole other avenue when it comes to Serie A betting, with many tending to favour the cards markets due to the number of tackles that fly in.

Live Serie A Betting

As Serie A is one of the most popular leagues in Europe, it probably doesn’t come as too much of a surprise that it also offers an abundance of live betting opportunities. Live betting differs from pre-match betting in that it allows you access to far more information about the gamestate than you would have before the match.

We’ve all been there, excited to watch a big game, only to realise that the team you bet on has barely shown up and is getting run ragged! Waiting for the first 15 minutes to play out gives you a far better idea of which team will be on top, and you can react accordingly to place your Serie A bets.

Serie A Betting Previews and Predictions

If you’re on the hunt for in-depth analysis and expert insight on all the upcoming Serie A fixtures, look no further than the NetBet blog. Our team put together match previews which analyse both teams chances, as well as including all the latest Serie A odds and some match predictions.

Serie A Betting Glossary

Here are some of the most common Serie A betting terms you should be aware of before kickstarting your betting experience at NetBet:

Double Chance: Betting on two out of three possible outcomes (e.g., home win or draw).

Asian Handicap: Handicap betting that eliminates the draw by giving one team a goal advantage.

Draw No Bet (DNB): Betting on a team to win, with the stake refunded if the match ends in a draw.

Booking Points: When betting on booking points, a yellow card is worth 10 and a red is worth 25.

To Win to Nil: Betting on a team to win without conceding any goals.

Serie A Betting FAQs

What are the most popular matches for Serie A betting?

There are plenty of Serie A betting opportunities for every game across the season at NetBet Sport, but the most popular at the big derby games. The likes of Lazio vs Roma, Inter vs AC Milan and Juventus vs Torino attract millions of viewers from all over the world.

What are the most popular Serie A betting markets?

The most popular markets differ depending on whether you are looking for pre-match or in-play options. Some pre-match favourites are exact scoreline betting, total goals and both teams to score, while the most popular live betting markets include next player carded and next goalscorer.

How can NetBet Sport help with Serie A betting?

Not only is the NetBet blog available to help bettors make informed betting decisions, but NetBet’s dedicated match pages provide loads of statistics to help you decide what you want to bet on.