Spain–Argentina World Cup Final Drives Nearly $2B Across Prediction Markets

Prediction markets recorded nearly $2 billion in final-specific trading as Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup. Kalshi accounted for almost 96% of the combined volume, with activity surging by more than $620 million from Friday through settlement. Final trading accelerates after Friday’s snapshot The Spain–Argentina World Cup final generated approximately $1.977 billion