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Betting Special: What are football accumulators, how are the odds calculated and why are they popular?

This is one of the most common types of bets placed and we have taken a look at some of things you should know before attempting your own multiple

What are football accumulators?

Football accumulators, often shortened to accas and sometimes known as multiples, are a way for players to bet on a range of matches at once.

To get paid out from an accumulator, each selection – or leg – must win, with just one losing choice seeing the bet deemed as a loser.

By design such wagers are risky but they can often have large potential pay-offs and require only a single stake, making them a regular choice for recreational bettors.