This can be done in various ways such as adding or removing goals or points to the final score. As it was already mentioned, the teams or players are handicapped according to their recent form, overall reputation and various other factors such as injuries and suspensions. There are two main types of handicaps: Asian handicaps and European handicaps. Handicaps are used in various disciplines of sport, from football, basketball and volleyball to American sports such as baseball or hockey.

Sports Betting Guide: European or Asian Handicap?