FA Cup Odds for Match Betting in Canada & Ontario

About Our FA Cup Odds: Match Odds Above, Futures on Another Page

Above, our odds feed displays the highest odds for 1X2 match results for upcoming FA Cup matches. SNBET also provides FA Cup futures odds for those interested in betting on the tournament outright winner. The odds you see above for FA Cup matches are the best available, aggregated from multiple betting providers operating in both the Canadian "grey market" and the legal Ontario market. Because we pull in the highest available odds, the numbers displayed here are often stronger than those found at any single betting site.

How does this work?

Many of the top sportsbooks serving Canada and Ontario apply a "sportsbook hold" or "odds margin" ranging from 4% to over 8% on major football competitions. This means that for any given FA Cup match, the sportsbook typically retains 4% to 8% of all money wagered on the 1X2 market.

However, when we calculate the implied margin or sportsbook hold using the aggregated best odds shown above, we often find much lower margins—sometimes around 2% or 3%. In some cases, we even find negative odds margins, meaning that, if you bet strategically using the highest odds from different providers, you could guarantee yourself a small profit no matter the match outcome. This is known as a "sure bet," where the bettor secures a profit regardless of the result.

If you're just looking to place an FA Cup bet, a single sportsbook account will suffice. However, if you want to maximise potential returns, it's best to hold accounts with multiple betting operators and compare FA Cup odds before placing your wagers.

1X2 Betting in the FA Cup: Explained

1X2 betting is one of the most common markets for FA Cup matches, allowing you to predict the result of a game within regular time (90 minutes plus injury time). The FA Cup is known for its unpredictability, with lower-league teams often pulling off shock upsets against top-tier opposition.

For each FA Cup match, you can choose from three possible outcomes:

• "1" (Home Team Win): Betting on "1" means you believe the home team will win within regular time.
• "X" (Draw): A bet on "X" means you're predicting the match will end in a draw at the end of regular time. (Note: If a match is tied, extra time or penalties may follow, but this bet only applies to the first 90 minutes plus injury time.)
• "2" (Away Team Win): A wager on "2" means you're backing the away team to win in regular time.

The odds for each outcome are determined by sportsbooks and can be displayed in decimal, fractional, or American formats. Factors like team form, squad rotation, fixture congestion, and past FA Cup performances influence the odds, as teams from different leagues and levels of competition often face off in this historic knockout tournament.

About the FA Cup

The FA Cup is the oldest football competition in the world, having been established in 1871. It is a knockout tournament open to clubs from all tiers of English football, from the Premier League to non-league sides. This unique format creates the potential for dramatic upsets, where lower-division clubs can challenge—and sometimes defeat—top-flight teams.

Famous clubs such as Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea have all won multiple FA Cups, but the tournament is also known for its "giant killings," where underdog teams defy the odds. The final, held at Wembley Stadium, is one of the most-watched football events globally. With its long-standing traditions, thrilling unpredictability, and historic significance, the FA Cup remains one of the most exciting and prestigious competitions in football.