Bodog

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Best of Bodog

• Bonus 100% up to 7000 NGB
• Excellent betting offer
• Deposits via cryptocurrencies
• Virtual sports

Brian Dekker betting expert

Updated: 22/03/2023

"Start playing with a 30 USD gift after the first deposit in one of the most complete betting sites in Nigeria. Variety of markets with excellent prematch and live odds."

Bodog's history dates back to 1994. Calvin Ayre founded an entertainment company in Antigua and Barbuda, eventually making the leap to Ayre's home country of Canada and the Philippines. There he consolidated himself as a sports betting operator, and in 2017 he made the leap to Latin America. Here it operates under a license from Curaçao, the same strategy as in other neighboring countries.

It is common to see Bodog advertising on billboards or commercials during football matches, which has contributed to the growth of this operator. In addition, Bodog has been associated with the English Premier League's Arsenal or the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers. As a curiosity, the parent company of this bookie has a record label, Bodog Records, specializing in rock and heavy music.

What does Bodog offer Philippines in Nigeria?

Bodog presents a design similar to other betting sites that makes navigation easier for the user, including for those with less experience in sports betting. On the left margin, you can find the highlighted events, with the Argentine First Division at the forefront, while at the top, you have the button to access the sport you are interested in. The central part is reserved for live betting, and in the bottom right corner appears the betting slip, from where you can manage open bets.

Occasionally, Bodog Nigeria comes across Bodog Brazil, finding an event or title in Portuguese. Also, when you follow links to social networks or if you search for information about payment methods, Brazilian options will appear by default. It is worth highlighting that Bodog accepts deposits in cryptocurrencies, at least the most powerful ones. Additionally, you can play with your credit card or make a bank transfer.

The sports betting offer is very complete, both in prematch and live betting. You will find a wide variety of markets with very competitive odds. It is frequent that Bodog's prematch odds appear in the top 3 of the best odds in several markets.

Although Bodog allows deposits in NGN, promotions appear in USD. Here you can win a bonus of up to 7000 NGN to start playing with your first deposit. In addition, it includes features such as the proposition builder, which allows you to combine multiple markets of the same event in bets on Premier League, LaLiga, Serie A, Bundesliga, UCL, EuroLeague, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB and NCAA.

Lastly, we need to talk about Bodog Casino, with the best slot machines and video bingos, and their live casino with tables for roulette, blackjack, baccarat, or Super6. It offers a wide variety of providers and exclusive games. Bodog's offer is completed with poker and virtual sports.

Bodog Welcome Bonus

Bodog welcomes its users with a 100% bonus up to 7000 NGN on their first deposit. Although the information appears in USD, Bodog accepts deposits in NGN and has this bonus for users in Nigeria. To access this promotion, select the Welcome Sports bonus at the time of making the first deposit, and you will receive it automatically after completing a minimum initial deposit of 500 NGN. Deposits via Voucher, ecoPayz, and AstroPayCard are excluded.

The bonus is subject to a x7 rollover in sports betting, with virtual sports bets excluded. The rollover is calculated based on the lesser amount between the risked amount and the winnings generated by each bet. If the bet is lost, only the risked amount is considered. Opposite bets on the same market, canceled or returned bets do not count towards the rollover. Bodog also allows the bonus to be cleared in the casino, with a x30 rollover for a 10% contribution from roulette and blackjack and a 100% contribution from all other games.

Other bonuses and promotions

It is always recommended to visit Bodog's promotions section in search of the best sports betting offers. In addition to the welcome bonus, we have other promotions specific to certain events and offers that remain:

• Combo cashback with up to 85% refund.
• Increased quotas for the selected match.
• Indiana Sports with a weekly bonus of 100 USD.
• Freebets and sports Monday with the raffle of 25 freebets of 5 USD.
• No goals but with cashback if the match ends 0-0.
• Bitcoin has benefits, 50% bonus up to 25 USD on deposits made with Bitcoin.

sports and markets

Bodog greatly exceeds the 25 sports betting categories, although some include proposition creator or even virtual sports. As expected, football bets are the most popular alongside bets on sports such as basketball, tennis, cars, rugby, or volleyball, which have a great tradition in Nigeria. Badminton, cricket, or winter sports also have their place in Bodog.

The available markets for a football match depend on its importance and the time left before the start. For top matches, we offer over 125 available bets, with the most common markets including Asian lines, player propositions, cards or corner kicks, or combined markets. Additionally, you can use the proposition builder for games in Europe's major leagues and the UCL.

Beyond football, Bodog offers eSports betting on games like LoL, CS:GO, or Dota 2, betting on the politics of countries like Philippines or Brazil, betting on television shows like the next actor to play James Bond or Superman, the success of films, or the development of the most popular TV shows of the moment, etc. There is also a category of special bets on events selected by the bookie or on the numbers game.

virtual sports

Bodog is one of the few betting sites that offers virtual sports in their catalog. Here, you can bet on fictional events of international soccer, English league, supercars, horses, greyhounds, camels and color-color as if they were real events. It be better to have additional information before betting, especially in the races; although this section is an oasis in the Argentinean online gaming landscape.

Dues

One of Bodog's strengths are its odds. Generally, the odds are above average compared to what other betting operators offer in Nigeria. Compared to bookies like Betsson or 1xBet, Bodog usually has the best probability for the favorite team, with worse odds for the underdog or, in sports like soccer, for the draw. It is not unusual for the best odds on several markets to be found on this operator.

Live betting (live section)

At the top left corner of the screen, you have the “Live” button, which opens Bodog's live betting. The events are grouped by sports: soccer, basketball, tennis, eSports, baseball, table tennis, boxing and many more sports. Within each sport, you can fold and unfold the different competitions. On this first screen, the minute and result, and the moneyline bets and some additional markets such as over/under are displayed.

In sports such as soccer, there is also some information about corners or cards. Within the event, the rest of the available markets appear, a fairly complete offer where you can even bet on the winner of the point being played in a tennis match. Occasionally, the statistical information provided for interpreting live bets could be improved. There is no streaming service.

Payment methods

Available payment methods in Nigeria are divided into four categories: Amex, MasterCard, and VISA credit cards, cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Tether USDT, Litecoin, and Ethereum, ecoPayz and AstroPay Card e-wallets, and internal transfer via Voucher. No service fees apply in any case, and the deposit is instant except for cryptocurrencies, which take up to 15 minutes. The minimum deposit is 800 NGN with bank cards and 500 NGN for other payment methods.

The withdrawal methods available are cryptocurrencies, ecoPayz, AstroPay Card, and internal Voucher transfer. The minimum withdrawal amount is 800 NGN for cryptocurrencies, 700 NGN for ecoPayz, and 350 NGN for internal transfer withdrawals. As with deposits, Bodog does not apply any charges for withdrawals. The delay in receiving the withdrawal will depend on the time it takes to verify the withdrawal. Remember to verify your account before requesting your first withdrawal on Bodog.

Bodog App

Bodog does not have a mobile application, but that doesn't stop Philippines from playing on our phones or tablets. You can access this betting site through its website, which has a responsive design. The screen adjusts to the size of your device, allowing you to perform the same actions as when playing on a computer. You can add Bodog to your favorites by leaving the access button to this bookie on the home screen of your device.

Is it safe to bet on Bodog?

Bodog is a 100% reliable betting site. Some players have doubts as they do not have a license in Nigeria, but this bookie is authorized by the regulator of the game of Curaçao. It is the same license used in other countries on the continent, such as Mexico or Peru; and although it would be preferable to have an Argentine license, the fact of operating authorized by a third country allows all Argentines to bet here, regardless of their province of residence.

Bodog provides a completely secure connection to its users, guaranteeing that the identity, data, or funds of players are protected. Within the anti-money laundering program, there is a need to complete the KYC process to enjoy a complete gaming experience. For this same reason, you cannot use a third party's account to load funds or request withdrawals, and Bodog request additional documentation.

Customer Support

In the Help section, you can open the live chat with 24/7 customer service, also available on the red button in the lower left corner. Before starting the chat, a window appears requesting the user's name, email, reason for the inquiry, and question. Another option to contact Bodog's support service, also from the Help section, is to send an email. To do so, click on the red box "Do you have questions?" and complete the form that appears with the reason for your problem.

At the Bodog Help Center, you can find the usual FAQs related to different aspects of the betting site. They are divided into My Account, Security, Deposit, Withdrawal, Cryptocurrencies, Bonus, Sports, Poker, Casino, Live Dealer, and Virtual Sports. On the Bodog website, you can find profiles on various social networks such as Telegram or YouTube, but if you click on them, they redirect you to the Brazilian profile. Bodog Nigeria accounts are not verified.

Bodog: Opinions and conclusion

At this point, Bodog stands out as one of the most comprehensive betting sites in Nigeria. We offer an excellent selection of sports and markets, with some of the most interesting odds, especially for the favorite. If you prefer betting on the favorite in bets, it's easy for Philippines to offer the best odds. The same can't be said for underdogs, where other operators have better odds.

The most striking thing about Bodog is that it operates under a Curaçao license, not an Argentine one. This has certain disadvantages, but also advantages such as the ability to play throughout Nigeria, virtual sports, or the option to deposit using cryptocurrencies. Perhaps an additional withdrawal method, especially through bank cards, would be preferable.

We experience some inconvenience due to the fact that the website is sometimes poorly translated, and especially because promotions always appear in USD and the user must resort to Bodog converters. Surely this is the main aspect to improve, especially when depositing in Argentine pesos. This, and the development of an app although the responsive design covers Philippines in this regard.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bodog in Nigeria