What Does ‘AET Odds’ Mean in Sports Betting?
“AET” stands for “After Extra Time.”
It’s used almost exclusively in soccer during knockout matches (like the World Cup or Champions League) where a winner must be decided.
Standard Bet vs. AET
- Standard Bet (90 Minutes Only): Almost all regular soccer bets—like the 3-way moneyline (Team A wins, Team B wins, or Draw) and the Over/Under—are for 90 minutes of regulation time plus stoppage time.
- AET Odds: This means the bet includes the two 15-minute periods of “Extra Time” that are played if the game is tied after 90 minutes.
The #1 Mistake Bettors Make
Let’s say you’re betting on the World Cup Final.
- You bet $100 on France on the 3-way moneyline to win.
- The game is tied 1-1 after 90 minutes and goes to Extra Time.
- France scores in Extra Time and wins the game 2-1.
You would lose your bet.
Why? Because your moneyline bet was only for the 90-minute result, which was a “Draw.” The Extra Time goal doesn’t count for that bet.
How to Bet on a Team to Win (Including AET)
If you just want to bet on which team will ultimately win the whole thing, you need to look for a different market. These bets do include Extra Time and even a penalty shootout.
Look for odds labeled:
- “To Advance”
- “To Qualify”
- “To Lift the Trophy”
- “Team to Win (Includes ET & Penalties)”
The odds for these will be different (worse) than the 3-way moneyline because you have a higher chance of winning (you can win in 90 minutes OR in AET).