Spain vs. Argentina - Second Half Result

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Market context

Spain and Argentina have just completed the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with Spain winning 1–0 after extra time thanks to Ferran Torres’s goal in the 106th minute [1][2]. The match ended goalless through both halves of regular play, meaning no goals were scored in the second half of normal time before stoppage time began [3][5]. In prediction markets, a YES share means you believe the market’s condition will be met (here, that Spain scores more second-half goals than Argentina), while a NO share means you believe it will not; the current 0% crowd-implied probability for YES reflects that the event has already concluded with a second-half draw [1][4].

Historically, World Cup finals are often tight, with many ending goalless in the second half of regular time; the 2022 final between Argentina and France also saw no second-half goals before extra time, and the 2014 final (Germany vs Argentina) was similarly blank until extra time [1][7]. Given that the 2026 final produced zero second-half goals in regular play, the market’s 0% YES probability aligns with the settled outcome: Spain and Argentina scored the same number of goals in the second half, so the market resolves to “Draw” [2][5].

Traders should watch official match reports and FIFA’s final settlement notice, as the market resolves based on goals in regular second-half play plus stoppage time, not extra time [2][6]. With Ferran Torres’s goal occurring in the 106th minute (extra time), it does not count for this market, confirming the “Draw” outcome [1][5]. No further announcements or schedule changes are expected, as the match has already finished and the settlement window closes shortly after the result was confirmed [3][7].

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Methodology

This page reviews Spain vs. Argentina - Second Half Result across five venues. The live probability is the Polymarket mid-price, sourced directly from the on-chain Polygon order book; the comparison columns benchmark each venue on fee structure, KYC, settlement currency and payment rails. Every CTA routes to Prediction Market UK, which mirrors the Polymarket order book at 0% fees.

Resolution & payout

Polymarket-based markets settle through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon. A proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and unchallenged proposals finalise the resolution. Payouts settle automatically in USDC the moment the result is final — no bookmaker, no delay.

Kalshi-based markets settle in USD via the CFTC-regulated clearinghouse. Betfair Exchange settles in GBP/EUR net of commission. Manifold is play-money and does not pay out real funds.

FAQ

Where can I trade this market with the lowest fees?

Polymarket is geo-blocked in the US/UK/EU. The easiest 0%-fee broker into the same order book is Prediction Market UK. Kalshi charges up to 7% per trade; Betfair Exchange takes 2-5% commission on net winnings.

How does resolution work?

Through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon: a proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and USDC payouts settle automatically once the result is final.

What does Polymarket cost to trade?

Polymarket itself charges 0% — the only cost is the Polygon network fee, typically under $0.01 per transaction. Off-chain venues like Kalshi or Betfair charge 2-7% commission.

How fast are USDC deposits?

Polygon credits deposits after 12 confirmations — usually under 30 seconds. Withdrawals follow the same path and land back in your wallet within minutes.

Do I need to KYC for this market?

On Polymarket directly, no — it's wallet-based. Intermediary brokers like Prediction Market UK trigger KYC only above $1,500 of lifetime trading volume; under that you trade pseudonymously with a single wallet address.