The team with the handicap wins by at least two goals: Betting on the team with the handicap wins the bet, while betting on the opposing team loses the bet.

The team with the handicap wins by exactly one goal: The bet is a draw or "push," and the stake is refunded, regardless of which team you bet on.

The match ends in a draw or the team without the handicap wins: Betting on the team with the handicap loses the bet, while betting on the opposing team wins the bet.

If the team with the handicap has a home advantage, consider supporting them as they may perform better.

If the underdog team has a home advantage, research the recent form and performance of both teams before placing the bet. If the underdog team has shown promising progress, reconsider betting on the favored team.

Consider the teams' rankings to evaluate which team is likely to strive for improvement and score more goals. This can help you identify potential opportunities for betting.

Pay attention to the odds movements before the match. Some bookmakers may manipulate the odds to deceive bettors. For example, if the handicap odds suddenly change from 1.0 to 0.75 close to kick-off, it's advisable to switch your bet from the handicap team to the opposing team to protect your stake.