Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Mundial 2026 Grupos) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
58% | 42% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Live odds → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
58% | 42% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Live odds → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Live odds → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Live odds → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Live odds → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| July 9 | 58% |
| July 14 | 15% |
| July 8 | 6% |
| July 7 | 5% |
| July 10 | 5% |
| July 12 | 4% |
| July 28 | 4% |
| July 16 | 3% |
| July 23 | 3% |
| July 11 | 2% |
| Not released before August | 2% |
| July 13 | 1% |
| July 15 | 1% |
| July 19 | 1% |
| July 20 | 1% |
| July 22 | 1% |
| July 24 | 1% |
| June 24 or earlier | 0% |
| June 25 | 0% |
| June 26 | 0% |
| June 27 | 0% |
| June 28 | 0% |
| June 29 | 0% |
| June 30 | 0% |
| July 1 | 0% |
| July 2 | 0% |
| July 3 | 0% |
| July 4 | 0% |
| July 5 | 0% |
| July 6 | 0% |
| July 17 | 0% |
| July 18 | 0% |
| July 21 | 0% |
| July 25 | 0% |
| July 26 | 0% |
| July 27 | 0% |
| July 29 | 0% |
| July 30 | 0% |
| July 31 | 0% |
Market context
OpenAI has already announced the GPT-5.6 family on 26 June 2026, launching a limited preview for vetted partners via the API and Codex, while deferring a full public rollout at the US government’s request [1][3]. The settlement window for this market ends 31 July 2026, yet the crowd-implied probability of a public release by then sits at 0%, reflecting the reality that broader access to ChatGPT, Codex and the API is only planned “in the coming weeks” without a confirmed general-availability date [4][6].
Historically, model release cycles have been compressed by technical work such as the redesigned reward audit pipeline introduced post-goblin incident, yet Polymarket previously priced an 89% chance of a public release by 30 June 2026—a signal of community expectations that has often proved wrong about actual dates [2]. Comparable cases show that preview announcements frequently precede public launches by weeks, but the New York Times reported OpenAI considering holding off its public debut until next year, reinforcing why traders should treat the current 0% probability as grounded in regulatory and operational delays rather than mere speculation [3].
Traders must watch for Codex backend updates where version bumps first appear, alongside any official system card announcements that typically land simultaneously with the model [2]. The critical dependency is whether OpenAI expands availability beyond the current limited partner group before the 31 July deadline, a move the company has stated it plans “as soon as possible” but has not scheduled [6]. Recent leaks suggest GPT-5.6 could arrive next week with significant price cuts to compete with Anthropic, yet these remain unconfirmed and do not override the official stance that no general-availability date has been announced [8].
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for Pronóstico: GPT-5.6 released on 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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