What Is a Goliath Bet in Ireland
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A Goliath is a full-cover bet on 8 selections consisting of 247 individual bets: 28 doubles, 56 trebles, 70 four-folds, 56 five-folds, 28 six-folds, 8 seven-folds, and 1 eight-fold accumulator. It is the largest standard full-cover bet offered by Irish bookmakers.
Goliath Bet: How Many Bets and What Does It Cost
| Bet Type | Selections | Number of Bets | Min Winners to Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trixie | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| Yankee | 4 | 11 | 2 |
| Lucky 15 | 4 | 15 | 1 |
| Heinz | 6 | 57 | 2 |
| Super Heinz | 7 | 120 | 2 |
| Goliath | 8 | 247 | 2 |
Goliath Bet Cost at Different Stakes
At €0.10 per line: 247 × €0.10 = €24.70 total stake. At €0.50 per line: €123.50. At €1 per line: €247. The minimum return requires at least 2 of your 8 selections to win, which pays out the one double that covers those two selections.
Goliath vs Super Heinz: Which to Choose
A Super Heinz covers 7 selections in 120 bets (minimum stake at €0.10 = €12). A Goliath adds an 8th selection and 127 more bets. Use a Goliath only when you have high confidence in all 8 selections, as the cost is significant and returns require multiple winners to generate meaningful profit. For casual use, a Lucky 15 or Heinz is typically more cost-effective.
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