Does an own goal count for an anytime goalscorer bet?

No. On Bet9ja, own goals do not count toward anytime goalscorer bets. The player must score a goal that is officially credited to them by the match officials.

What happens if the player doesn't start?

The bet still stands as long as the player gets on the pitch. If they come on as a substitute and score, the bet wins. If they are not in the matchday squad at all and never enter the pitch, the bet is typically voided and your stake returned.

Can I combine anytime goalscorer with other markets?

Yes. Bet9ja allows you to combine goalscorer picks into accumulators. In fact, the 539SHMQ booking code on this page is a 5-player goalscorer accumulator at 24.28 combined odds.

What is the difference between anytime goalscorer and first goalscorer?

Anytime goalscorer wins if the player scores at any point during the match (including stoppage time). First goalscorer only wins if the player scores the first goal. Anytime goalscorer has lower odds but much higher hit rates.

Anytime Goalscorer Bet9ja: How It Works + 5 Weekend Picks

The anytime goalscorer market is one of the most popular (and misunderstood) markets on Bet9ja. It sounds simple: pick a player to score at any point during the match. But evaluating whether the odds represent value requires understanding xG, penalty duties, and fixture context.

This guide explains how the market works, then breaks down 5 weekend goalscorer picks from the official Bet9ja blog, available as a single combined booking code at 24.28 odds.

What Is an Anytime Goalscorer Bet?

An anytime goalscorer bet wins if your selected player scores at any point during the 90 minutes (plus stoppage time). Unlike first goalscorer or last goalscorer markets, timing doesn't matter. A tap-in in the 1st minute counts the same as a header in the 93rd.

Key rules on Bet9ja:

✓ Scores in regular time or stoppage time: bet wins
✓ Scores multiple goals: bet still wins (same payout)
✓ Comes off the bench and scores: bet wins
✗ Scores an own goal: does NOT count
✗ Scores only in extra time (cup matches): does NOT count

The market is settled based on official match results. If the player is not in the matchday squad and never enters the pitch, the selection is typically voided and your stake returned.

This Weekend's 5 Goalscorer Picks

These picks come directly from the official Bet9ja blog. All five are combined into a single booking code: 539SHMQ.

Player	Match	League	Odds
Joao Pedro	Chelsea vs Burnley	Premier League	2.15
Igor Thiago	Brentford vs Brighton	Premier League	1.85
Luis Diaz	Bayern Munich vs Frankfurt	Bundesliga	1.90
Kylian Mbappe	Osasuna vs Real Madrid	La Liga	1.80
Luis Suarez	Sporting vs Moreirense	Liga Portugal	1.70

Joao Pedro: Chelsea vs Burnley

Form: 8 goals in 24 PL appearances this season; 4 goals in last 6 home matches

Implied probability: 46.5% (at 2.15 odds)

Igor Thiago: Brentford vs Brighton

Form: 6 goals in his last 8 starts; 0.58 xG per 90 (highest at Brentford)

Implied probability: 54.1% (at 1.85 odds)

Luis Diaz: Bayern Munich vs Frankfurt

Form: 11 goals in 22 Bundesliga appearances; on penalty duties

Implied probability: 52.6% (at 1.90 odds)

Kylian Mbappe: Osasuna vs Real Madrid

Form: 14 La Liga goals; 4.2 shots per 90 (top 3 in the league)

Implied probability: 55.6% (at 1.80 odds)

Luis Suarez: Sporting vs Moreirense

Form: 9 goals in 16 Liga Portugal appearances; penalty taker

Implied probability: 58.8% (at 1.70 odds)

Combined Accumulator Breakdown

All five picks are available as a single combined accumulator via booking code 539SHMQ.

Combined Odds Calculation:

2.15 × 1.85 × 1.90 × 1.80 × 1.70 = 24.28

Implied probability: 4.12%, roughly 1 in 24 chance.

₦1,000 stake → ₦24,280 return if all five players score.

For context, the average 5-leg accumulator at these odds has a true hit rate below 5%. But unlike standard 1X2 accumulators, goalscorer markets offer a unique advantage: each leg is independent. Whether Mbappe scores has zero correlation with whether Joao Pedro scores, unlike same-match multi-bets where selections can conflict.

Load the code on your Bet9ja betslip to review the full selections before staking.

How to Evaluate Goalscorer Odds

Not all goalscorer odds are created equal. Here are the four key metrics that separate value picks from traps:

1. Expected Goals (xG)

xG measures the quality of chances a player receives. A striker with 0.55 xG per 90 is expected to score roughly every two games. Compare this to the implied probability of the odds: if the bookmaker implies 40% but xG suggests 50%, there's potential value.

2. Shots Per 90 Minutes

Volume matters. A player taking 4+ shots per game has more opportunities to convert. Mbappe's 4.2 shots per 90 in La Liga makes him one of the highest-volume shooters in Europe.

3. Penalty-Taking Duties

A designated penalty taker gets a "free" goalscoring opportunity whenever a foul occurs in the box. This can add 5 to 10% to a player's goal probability per match. Both Luis Diaz and Luis Suarez are on penalty duties for their clubs.

4. Fixture Difficulty

A striker facing a team that concedes 1.8 goals per game is a very different proposition to one facing a 0.8 goals-per-game defence. Always check the opposition's defensive record. Bet9ja's betting markets page lists the available stat options.

How to Load the Booking Code

Loading a goalscorer booking code works exactly like any other Bet9ja code:

Copy the code: 539SHMQ
Go to Bet9ja and click "Load Bet" or "Booking Code" on your betslip
Paste the code, review the 5 goalscorer selections, set your stake, and confirm

For a detailed walkthrough with screenshots, see our complete booking code guide.

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Sources & References

[1] Bet9ja Blog, "5 Anytime Goalscorer Bets to Put Your Money On This Weekend" (blog.bet9ja.com, February 2026). Player picks, odds, and form analysis.
[2] Bet9ja Help Centre, Goalscorer market rules and settlement terms (help.bet9ja.com).
[3] PwC, "Global Entertainment & Media Outlook: Gambling & Betting" (2024). Multi-leg bet win probability models.
[4] Transfermarkt / Opta, xG data, shots per 90, and goalscoring records for the 2025 to 26 season.

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