Scoring · Kicktipp Classic

Kicktipp Classic: 5 / 3 / 2 — How the Scoring Works

The standard used by 90% of prediction games. 5 points for the exact score, 3 for the correct goal difference, 2 for the correct tendency (win/draw/loss).

Leo Brunnhofer·May 20, 2026·3 min
Leo BrunnhoferFounder · built BetTillDone 2016–2018 (119 players, 76% activation)AI-assisted, human-reviewedMay 20, 2026XGitHub

Kicktipp Classic: The Standard Scoring System

Kicktipp Classic scoring is the most widely used points system in German-speaking prediction games. tiptilldone uses it as the default — because it works.

How it works

  • 5 points — Exact score (e.g., you predict 2-1, it ends 2-1)
  • 3 points — Correct goal difference (e.g., you predict 3-1, it ends 2-0 — both +2 for home)
  • 2 points — Correct tendency (e.g., you predict 3-0, it ends 1-0 — both home wins)
  • 0 points — Everything else

Why it works

The 5/3/2 system rewards both knowledge AND boldness. Predicting "1-0 home win" gets you safe tendency points. Predicting "3-2" is riskier — but with a shot at 5. Over 104 WC matches, this creates real differentiation.

Who it's for

Every round that's tipping for the first time. 90% of Stammtische stick with Classic. If you grew up with Kicktipp: identical system.

FAQ

Is this the same as Kicktipp? Yes. Identical scoring. tiptilldone uses 5/3/2 as the default.

Can I change the scoring? Yes. You can set custom points when creating your round.

What happens with extra time / penalties? The result after 90 minutes counts (or 120 for knockout matches).

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