Goliath Betting Calculator
247 bets on 8 picks, doubles to eight-fold.
How to Use This Calculator
- Input your unit stake (each of the 247 bets costs this amount)
- Input the odds for each of your 8 selections
- Mark the result per selection (Won, Lost, or Void)
- Read the total return and profit across all 247 bets
Formula
A Goliath consists of 247 bets on 8 selections:
- 28 Doubles (C(8,2))
- 56 Trebles (C(8,3))
- 70 Four-folds (C(8,4))
- 56 Five-folds (C(8,5))
- 28 Six-folds (C(8,6))
- 8 Seven-folds (C(8,7))
- 1 Eight-fold accumulator (C(8,8))
Total Stake = Unit Stake × 247
Frequently Asked Questions
Define the Goliath bet.
A Goliath is the largest standard named system bet, comprising 247 bets over 8 selections. It carries every combination from doubles up to an eight-fold accumulator, with singles excluded.
What is the cost of a Goliath?
A Goliath equals 247 times your unit stake. At £1 per bet, for instance, a Goliath costs £247. That is a sizeable outlay, so confidence in your selections matters.
How many winners does a Goliath require?
At least 2 winning selections are needed for any return, since the smallest bets are doubles. In practice, though, you usually need 3-4 winners at decent odds to turn a profit given the high total stake.
Is a Goliath bet worthwhile?
A Goliath can pay off when you hold strong confidence across several selections. Its appeal is that not all 8 need to win — even 4-5 winners at good odds can deliver a sizeable return. That said, the 247-unit stake means substantial returns are required to profit.