توقع: World Cup: Goalkeeper to Score?

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Market context

No goalkeeper has ever scored a goal in the history of the FIFA World Cup, a stark historical fact that anchors the current 2% crowd-implied probability for this 2026 tournament market. While prolific goalscoring keepers like Rogério Ceni have netted 129 goals in their careers, the gloves have remained silent at the senior World Cup level since 1930[1][2]. The closest attempt came from Paraguayan Jose Luis Chilavert, whose free-kick in 1998 struck the woodwork, and no keeper has even taken a penalty in a shootout at this tournament, unlike Euro 2004[1][3]. This unprecedented absence of a scoring goalkeeper frames the current odds as a reflection of deep historical precedent rather than mere statistical noise.

Traders must monitor pre-match line-up announcements for any tactical shifts where a goalkeeper might be deployed as a late substitute free-kick specialist, though such scenarios remain highly improbable. The primary catalyst is the official FIFA squad list confirmation, which dictates whether any keeper is registered with the specific skill set required to attempt a goal from distance or a penalty[4]. Recent coverage from FourFourTwo reinforces that no goalkeeper has scored, suggesting the market is correctly pricing in the extreme rarity of such an event[1]. With the settlement window closing on 20 July 2026, the focus remains on match-day tactics and whether any team faces a scenario forcing a goalkeeper to take a penalty, a dependency that has never materialised in World Cup history.

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Methodology

Football-specific comparison page for توقع: World Cup: Goalkeeper to Score?. 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

Can I bet on individual matches?

Yes, Polymarket lists every major Premier League / Champions League / World Cup match as its own market. Liquidity varies — top matches like El Clásico or a semi-final often have six-figure pools, lower-league games closer to three-figure.

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.

What's the difference between match odds and outright odds?

Match odds cover a single game ("Bayern beats BVB"). Outright odds are long-term aggregates ("Bayern wins the league"). Outright markets have deeper liquidity; match markets have faster resolution.