How does VAR affect the settlement of bets?
Here's some info on how bet365 handles bets when the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) steps in during a game.
When a moment in a game leads to a VAR check, the original time when that event happened is what counts for your bets.
Here's a quick example: Imagine a Manchester United player commits a foul in the box against a Leeds United player at 09:30, but the game goes on. Then, at 10:00, VAR steps in and you'll be shown there's an ongoing check.
Once the decision has been checked and the decision has been overturned, the following alert will be shown to you:
For us, the penalty time is 09:30. This means any bets placed after 09:30 could be reviewed under our Obvious Errors rules, as outlined in our Terms and Conditions.
What if my bet has already been settled and then a VAR decision changes the outcome?
Don't worry, we'll adjust the settlement based on the VAR outcome.
To make sure we get the timing right, we use all available evidence, including TV footage and data from our feed providers and confirmation from OPTA, especially when a VAR decision is involved.
Got more questions about how VAR affects your bets? Check out our Terms and Conditions for all of the details.