When it comes to making predictions on football matches, there is no one-size-fits-all strategy. However, you can increase your chances of making successful bets by studying data such as team standings, past scores and previous matches between two teams. It’s also important to consider any injuries that could affect particular players or teams, weather conditions (especially for outdoor sports), possible game strategies and more. By doing your research, you can make better win/loss ratio analyses and have a higher chance of getting the better end of a bet.