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Betfair Sportsbook – Place a bet, Get a free bet (Football)

Description

Place the specified stake on a football ‘Bet Builder’ or accumulator, and get a free bet to use on another football ‘Bet Builder’ or accumulator.

Key terms

  • Opt in

    Click the promo link and opt in before placing any bets.
  • Offer availability

    Runs every week from 00:00 on Monday to 23:59 on Sunday; ends on Sunday, 31st May 2026.
  • Event & market

    Football 'Bet Builder' or 'Accumulator'.
  • Required stake

    Exact amount shown on your promo page (varies by account).
  • Minimum odds

    1.50 (1/2).
  • Minimum selections

    3+.
  • Qualifying bet

    Place and settle one eligible bet during any weekly window to unlock the reward.
  • Reward

    Free bet equal to your qualifying stake; credited within 1 hour of settlement.
  • Free bet use

    Must be used on a football 'Bet Builder' or 'Accumulator' with 3+ selections within 7 days; stake not returned with winnings.
  • Restrictions

    One qualifying bet and one free bet per customer each week; stake and reward amounts are account-specific.

General advice and example for ‘Bet X, Get Y’ offers

Place your qualifying bets at low odds, ensuring you meet any minimum odds requirement. Use the ‘Qualifying Bet’ setting on the Matched Betting Calculator to calculate your lay stakes.

Once received, you can convert any free bets or bonuses into cash. Use the ‘Free Bet’ setting on the Matched Betting Calculator to calculate your lay stakes. It’s best to place free bets at high odds to maximise your profits.

See my ‘Bet X, Get Y‘ guide for a complete walkthrough of this offer type.

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Since 2014, I’ve blogged over £100,000 worth of profit, and made it my mission to make matched betting accessible to everyone.