Sports Prediction Markets
NFL, NBA, soccer, UFC — 90%+ of Kalshi's monthly volume now comes from sports.
Where can you trade sports prediction markets?
NFL, NBA, soccer, UFC — 90%+ of Kalshi's monthly volume now comes from sports. US traders can access these markets on Kalshi (CFTC-regulated, real USD, 47 states + DC) or Polymarket (US app, iOS only). The example contracts below are illustrative of what trades in this category — check the exchange for live prices.
Why sports markets matter
After CFTC clarification in late 2025, Kalshi launched binary sports markets, and they are now among its deepest books. For dedicated vertical coverage, see live soccer markets across venues and the 2026 World Cup contract guide.
Best platforms for sports
Kalshi
CFTC-regulated, US-focused
The only CFTC-regulated prediction market exchange in the US. Real USD deposits, no minimum balance, markets across politics, economics, sports, and weather. Trade $25 and get $25 with code WINPREDITCS.
Polymarket
CFTC-licensed, highest liquidity, $50 bonus
One of the world's two largest prediction markets by volume. CFTC-licensed and available to US traders via its iPhone app (iOS only — no desktop trading), with billions in liquidity, near-zero fees, and thousands of markets across politics, sports, crypto, and culture. Deposit $10 and get a $50 trading bonus with code WINPREDICTS.
Example markets
Illustrative examples of contract types in this category. Prices and volumes are not live — open Kalshi or Polymarket for current quotes.