This bet involves predicting who will score the first goal and what the score will be in a double. Given that the two components of this double are related the scorecast odds that are offered at slightly discounted odds.

Should the nominated scorer not having entered the field of play prior to the first goal being scored, the stake is automatically placed as a single on the correct score.

Own goals do not count and in the event of the first goal being an own goal then the scorecast will be settled on the correct score coupled with the next goalscorer.

Note - Each bookmaker may have different sorecast rules so make sure you check these out.

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