What is a Soccer Odds API?

A soccer odds API (also called football odds API outside North America) provides programmatic access to betting odds for soccer matches worldwide. These APIs deliver match odds, Asian handicaps, totals, player props, and futures from global sportsbooks.

Soccer is the world's most popular sport with year-round action across dozens of leagues. Soccer odds APIs power betting applications, odds comparison sites, and analytics platforms for global audiences.

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Soccer Betting Markets

Match Result (1X2)

Three-way betting unique to soccer. Pick home win (1), draw (X), or away win (2).

Example: Man City Win (1.50), Draw (4.00), Liverpool Win (6.00)

Asian Handicap

Eliminates draw by giving one team a virtual head start or deficit.

Example: Man City -1.5 (1.80), Liverpool +1.5 (2.00)

Totals (Over/Under Goals)

Combined goals scored by both teams.

Example: Over 2.5 goals (1.90), Under 2.5 goals (1.90)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Will both teams score at least one goal?

Example: Yes (1.70), No (2.10)

Player Props

Half-Time Markets

Correct Score

Exact final score. High odds, hard to predict.

Example: 2-1 (9.00), 1-0 (7.00), 0-0 (12.00)

Futures & Outrights

Major Soccer Leagues Covered

Europe (Top Leagues)

Americas

International Tournaments

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a soccer odds API?

A soccer odds API (football odds API) provides real-time betting odds for soccer matches worldwide including Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, MLS, World Cup and 50+ leagues from 100+ global sportsbooks.

Which soccer leagues are covered by odds APIs?

Major APIs cover: Premier League, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, MLS, World Cup, Euro, Copa America, Liga MX, Brasileirão, and dozens more. International-focused APIs like BetConstruct offer the broadest global coverage.

What's the difference between 1X2 and Asian Handicap?

1X2 (Match Result) offers three outcomes: Home Win (1), Draw (X), or Away Win (2). Asian Handicap eliminates the draw by giving one team a virtual head start (e.g., -1.5 goals), creating only two possible outcomes with different odds.

Are there free soccer odds APIs?

Yes, The-Odds-API offers 500 free requests per month covering major soccer leagues. For comprehensive global coverage including player props and niche leagues, paid plans start at $50-200/month. Explore free options →

Do soccer APIs cover international sportsbooks?

Yes, many APIs focus on international bookmakers (Bet365, William Hill, Ladbrokes, Betfair, 1xBet). US-focused APIs (DraftKings, FanDuel) have less soccer coverage. For best global soccer coverage, choose international-focused API providers like BetConstruct.

Can I get live soccer odds during matches?

Yes, providers like SportsGamesOdds, OddsJam, and BetConstruct offer live in-play soccer odds. Live markets update continuously during matches with odds on next goal, corners, cards, and match result. Learn about live odds APIs →

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