Players might also use cash out on football accumulators too. The bookmaker might offer you £30 in winnings, which is lower, but is guaranteed. Your bet was placed at 3/1, and the £10 stake will return £40 in total if the result remains the same. If you have backed West Ham to beat Arsenal, and they’re 1-0 up with 5 minutes to go, you might decide to cash out and not risk Arsenal equalising. Cash out is the opportunity to settle your bet before the event has ended.īookmakers will offer you winnings on your bet, which might be higher or lower than your original projected winnings, based on how the sporting event is progressing.