Yeah, I remember that beginner phase. I used to just bet on teams I liked — big mistake. What helped me most was narrowing down to one league (for me it was Spanish football), then tracking patterns over time. I made notes after every weekend, even when I didn’t place bets. Also, understanding how odds reflect probabilities really changed how I approached betting. If you're looking for a good guide that breaks it down clearly, you can read more
here. It helped me build a solid foundation before I started placing smarter bets.