How to Play Goal Guessers
Master the art of World Cup predictions and climb the leaderboard.
Getting Started
Goal Guessers makes it easy to start predicting World Cup outcomes. Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Create Your Account
Sign up with your email and create a password. Verification takes less than a minute, and you're ready to start playing!
Step 2: Create or Join a Pool
Create a new pool for your friends, family, or workplace, or join an existing pool using a share link. You can participate in multiple pools simultaneously.
Step 3: Make Your Predictions
Before each World Cup match, predict the final score. The more accurate you are, the higher your points! You can adjust your predictions until the match starts.
Step 4: Earn Points and Compete
After each match, points are automatically calculated based on prediction accuracy. Climb the leaderboard and compete for pool supremacy!
Understanding the Scoring System
Goal Guessers uses a comprehensive scoring system that rewards accuracy and daring predictions:
| Prediction Type | Points Awarded | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Exact Score | 10 points | Correctly predict both the final score and winner |
| Result Only | 5 points | Correctly predict the winner or draw, but wrong score |
| Goal Difference | 3 points | Correct goal difference but wrong specific score |
| Incorrect | 0 points | Prediction doesn't match the actual match result |
Tips for Success
Here are some strategies to improve your predictions:
- Study Form: Review team performances, injuries, and recent results before predicting.
- Know the Teams: Understand playing styles, home advantage, and historical matchups.
- Watch Highlights: Stay updated on team news and player performance updates.
- Balance Risk: Mix safe predictions with daring ones to accumulate points consistently.
- Learn from Others: Review successful pool participants' strategies and adapt them.
Managing Your Pool
Creating a Pool: When you create a pool, you receive a unique share link. Send this link to friends or colleagues to invite them to join. Pools can be limited in size or open to unlimited participants.
Leaderboard: View real-time rankings showing total points for all participants in your pool. Rankings update after each match concludes.
Pool Settings: As a pool owner, you can customize scoring rules, set participation limits, and manage pool members.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my predictions? Yes! You can edit your prediction any time before the match starts. Once the match begins, your prediction is locked in.
What happens if I miss a prediction? If you don't submit a prediction before kickoff, you receive 0 points for that match.
Can I play with multiple pools? You can create and join as many pools as you want.