Gaelic games have their own betting markets, and prices are set in points as well as goals. This guide explains the main GAA betting markets and what to check before you bet on the football and hurling championships. It is not a tipping service, and there are no sure things in GAA.
What are the main GAA betting markets?
- Match result: win, draw or lose, with a draw priced separately because drawn games are common.
- Handicap: one team is given a points start, which suits games with a big favourite.
- Winning margin: bands of points.
- Championship winners: provincial and All-Ireland outright markets, ante-post.
- Top scorer and player markets: such as the highest scorer in a match.
When is the GAA championship season?
The football and hurling championships run through the spring and summer, and the All-Ireland finals are played in the summer. Irish search interest in GAA betting peaks in June.
What should you check before betting on GAA?
- Team news, injuries and late changes to the starting line-up.
- Form, home ground and travel, and recent league or provincial results.
- Weather and pitch conditions, which affect scoring.
- Championship format and what is at stake, such as qualification for later rounds.
- How your bookmaker settles a bet if a match goes to extra time or a replay.
Our guide to how betting odds work covers price formats, and bet types explained covers handicaps and accumulators.
Where can you bet on GAA in Ireland?
Bet only with a bookmaker licensed for Irish customers: see our betting sites in Ireland and how to check a bookmaker is licensed. Use the bet calculator to check returns.
Keep it in perspective
Set a budget before you start, only bet what you can afford to lose, and see our responsible gambling page for help.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main GAA betting markets?
Match result, handicap, winning margin, championship winners and top scorer markets.
Why is the draw priced separately?
Drawn games are common in Gaelic games, so bookmakers price the draw as its own result.
When do GAA betting searches peak?
Irish search interest peaks around June during the championships.
Are GAA tips reliable?
No. There are no sure things, and favourites lose regularly.
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