Double Bets and System Bets

In the world of sports betting, there’s more than just placing single bets. Combination bets and their special variants – such as Trixie, Yankee, and Heinz – are becoming increasingly popular because they offer higher winning potential by linking multiple selections. Let’s break down what you need to know about these system bets!

What is a Combination Bet?

A combination bet (or "combo") involves linking multiple separate events into one betting slip. You only win if all of your predictions are correct. For example, in a three-match combo bet, all three outcomes must be correct in order to win. The payout is higher because the odds are multiplied together.

Doubles and Trebles: The Basic Combinations

  • Double: A bet on two selections. You win only if both are correct.

  • Treble: A bet on three selections. All three must win to receive a payout.

These simple combinations form the building blocks for system bets.

What Are System Bets?

System bets include various combinations of a given number of selections. The main advantage is that you don’t have to get every single prediction right to receive a return.

Trixie

  • Based on 3 selections

  • Includes: 3 doubles and 1 treble

  • Total: 4 bets

  • At least 2 correct selections needed for a return

Yankee

  • Based on 4 selections

  • Includes: 6 doubles, 4 trebles, and 1 fourfold accumulator

  • Total: 11 bets

  • Minimum 2 correct selections can already result in a payout

Canadian (or Super Yankee)

  • Based on 5 selections

  • Includes: 10 doubles, 10 trebles, 5 fourfolds, and 1 fivefold

  • Total: 26 bets

Heinz

  • Based on 6 selections

  • Includes: 15 doubles, 20 trebles, 15 fourfolds, 6 fivefolds, and 1 sixfold

  • Total: 57 bets

Super Heinz

  • Based on 7 selections

  • Total: 120 different bets

Goliath

  • Based on 8 selections

  • 247 combinations: 28 doubles, 56 trebles, 70 fourfolds, 56 fivefolds, 28 sixfolds, 8 sevenfolds, and 1 eightfold

When is a System Bet Worth It?

System bets are useful when:

  • You're betting on less certain outcomes but want to cover several good options

  • You don’t want to go all in on one accumulator, but still want higher payout potential

  • You're willing to stake a bit more money (e.g., a Heinz requires 57 separate stakes)

Example of a Trixie Bet

Let’s say you want to bet on three football matches (A, B, and C):

  • A: Barcelona to win

  • B: Bayern to win

  • C: Real Madrid to win

A Trixie bet would create the following combinations:

  • Doubles: A+B, A+C, B+C

  • Treble: A+B+C

That’s 4 individual bets. If you stake €1 per bet, your total stake is €4. If only two selections win (e.g., A and B), the A+B double could still return a payout — so not everything is lost.

Double bets and system bets offer exciting alternatives to regular single or accumulator bets. They cover multiple outcomes and give you a chance at partial returns even when not all selections win. However, keep in mind that the total stake increases, so it’s important to manage your risk and budget accordingly.

If you're looking to switch up your strategy or diversify your betting, these bet types are a great place to start.