TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$126,590,312
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,439,516,703
404,175
Markets across
30,277
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,685
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
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Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Aug 9, 8:35 PM EST
Kalshi
This event group covers the halftime result of the CF Cruz Azul vs. New York City FC match scheduled for August 9, 2026. The markets focus on whether CF Cruz Azul is leading, New York City FC is leading, or the match is drawn at halftime, as well as various over/under goal thresholds for the first half.
In the upcoming Leagues Cup game between CF Cruz Azul and New York City FC, scheduled for August 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET: This event contains halftime result markets for home, draw, and away outcomes within the first 45 minutes of regular play plus stoppage time.
The event evaluates multiple markets based on the total goals scored in the first half of the Cruz Azul vs New York City professional Leagues Cup soccer match originally scheduled for August 9, 2026. Each market corresponds to a different threshold of goals: over 0.5, over 1.5, and over 2.5 goals. All markets exclusively consider goals scored during the first half of the match. If the match is cancelled or rescheduled to more than 48 hours beyond the original date, all markets resolve to a fair price following predefined procedures. The resolution of each market depends solely on whether the actual first-half goals meet or exceed its specific threshold.
Prediction market odds on this market often diverge from traditional sportsbook lines due to different participant dynamics and pricing mechanisms. While sportsbooks may set lines based on broader public betting patterns and sharp insights, prediction markets reflect the aggregated beliefs of traders who actively buy and sell contracts. This can lead to sharper or more volatile pricing, especially as new information emerges about team form or key player availability.
On Polymarket and Kalshi, prices can vary because each platform attracts different user bases and may have distinct liquidity conditions. Polymarket and Kalshi can show different implied probabilities for the same outcome because of liquidity, fee structure, participant mix, and how each venue defines the contract. For instance, one venue might see heavier trading from users focused on statistical modeling, while another could be influenced by short-term news or sentiment shifts. These differences in participation and information flow often create price gaps that reflect varied market perspectives on the same event.
Injuries, weather delays, or last-minute lineup changes could all shift this market as they affect expected scoring chances. Key player performances in the early minutes of play, tactical decisions by coaches, and even early goals or cards can dramatically alter trader expectations. Any development that changes the likelihood of the match being tied, favor one side, or seeing more goals will likely push prices to adjust rapidly.