Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via توقعات المونديال) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
5% | 95% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Trade this market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
5% | 95% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Trade this market → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Trade this market → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Trade this market → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Trade this market → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| August 31 | 5% |
| July 24 | 1% |
| July 31 | 1% |
Market context
Confirmation that Mojtaba Khamenei has left Iran hinges on resolving a months-long intelligence fog surrounding his whereabouts following the airstrike that killed his father. While Israeli and Israeli-linked media sources have repeatedly claimed he was secretly flown to Moscow for surgery, official Russian and Iranian statements consistently assert he remains inside the country, merely avoiding public appearances for security reasons [2][9][11]. Historical precedents for opaque leadership transitions in Tehran suggest regimes often maintain a narrative of internal control even when leaders are incapacitated or hidden, making the 1% crowd probability a reflection of this entrenched official denial rather than a definitive assessment of his physical location [1][13].
Traders must monitor any sudden shift in the Russian ambassador’s stance or the release of verified medical records from Moscow, as these would constitute the necessary confirmation of departure required for settlement. Recent reports from Al Arabiya and i24News alleging his evacuation remain unverified by the Kremlin or Iranian authorities, leaving the market exposed to a potential breakthrough if a credible source breaks the silence [3][5]. The settlement window extends to July 2026, providing ample time for the regime to either confirm his presence domestically or for external intelligence to definitively place him abroad, with the current low probability indicating the market expects the status quo of secrecy to persist [1][14].
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for توقع: Will Mojtaba Khamenei leave Iran by 2026?. Polymarket's live quote (Polygon order book) plus platform attributes for the three reference venues. Sports markets reward liquidity — Polymarket and Betfair are materially deeper than Kalshi (US-focused) or Manifold (play-money).
Resolution & payout
Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.
FAQ
- Are prediction markets better than sports betting?
- Prediction markets tend toward tighter odds than bookmakers because they use peer-to-peer exchange rather than bookmaker margin. On major matches, Polymarket quotes typically sit 2-5% closer to the true probability model than bet365 or DraftKings.
- When do sports markets resolve?
- Typically within hours of the official final whistle. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with source URLs pointing at official league data feeds — e.g. the Premier League for EPL markets, UEFA for Champions League, FIFA for World Cup.
- What are live sports odds on Polymarket?
- Some top-tier matches stay open during play — you can trade the half-time probability in the 70th minute. Polymarket mid-prices update second-by-second; any frontend mirroring the order book shows the same movement.
- Which sports markets are available?
- Football (soccer) dominates — Champions League, World Cup, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga — followed by NFL, NBA, tennis Grand Slams, Formula 1, boxing/MMA. Resolution via official league source confirmation.
- How fast do sports winnings settle?
- Once the official league outcome is logged in the UMA Oracle (typically 1-2 hours after the final whistle), Polymarket's smart contract triggers USDC payout. To your wallet within minutes.
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