TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$126,324,530
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,434,646,834
406,019
Markets across
30,401
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,689
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Jul 16, 10:46 PM EST
Kalshi
This market tracks whether more than 2.5 goals will be scored in the MLS match between St. Louis City SC and Sporting Kansas City. Across Kalshi and Polymarket, the aggregated consensus probability for over 2.5 goals stands at 99.0%. Resolution will be determined by official MLS records via mlssoccer.com/schedule/scores. Watch for the final whistle on July 16, 2026, when the actual goal total will be recorded and markets will settle.
This event is for the upcoming MLS game, scheduled for Thursday, July 16, 2026 between St. Louis City SC and Sporting Kansas City.
Resolution is based on the total goals scored by both teams combined in the Saint Louis vs Kansas City MLS match scheduled for July 16, 2026, measured through the conclusion of 90 minutes of play plus any stoppage time added by the referee. Extra time and penalty shootouts are excluded from the goal count. Each market outcome corresponds to a specific goal threshold: outcomes resolve Yes if the final combined goal total exceeds their respective thresholds (1.5, 2.5, 3.5, or 4.5 goals).
Prediction markets and traditional sportsbooks price outcomes using different mechanisms. Sportsbooks set odds to balance their book and manage risk, often incorporating a margin. Prediction markets, by contrast, reflect live trader consensus—prices move continuously as new information arrives and participants adjust their positions. This market-driven pricing can sometimes diverge from sportsbook lines, especially when one venue attracts sharper or more specialized traders. Comparing both sources helps you identify value and understand whether the crowd's view on this matchup aligns with professional oddsmakers.
Key catalysts include team news such as injuries to star players, lineup changes, or managerial decisions that affect competitive balance. Recent form, head-to-head history, and home-field advantage all influence trader positioning. Weather conditions on match day and late-breaking tactical adjustments can also shift odds in the final hours. Social media sentiment, expert analysis, and sharp money flowing into either side may signal conviction shifts. Monitor official team communications and sports media closely—unexpected roster updates or injury reports often trigger rapid repricing across both platforms.