Senegal vs. Iraq - Halftime Result

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Market context

The upcoming FIFA World Cup Group I fixture between Senegal and Iraq takes place on 26 June 2026 at 3:00 PM ET, with the market focusing strictly on the scoreline at the 45-minute mark including stoppage time. Current crowd-implied probability for a Senegal win at halftime sits at 0%, suggesting the market expects a draw or an Iraq lead, a stark contrast to Senegal’s recent attacking form where six of their last seven goals arrived after the half-hour break[1].

Historically, matches where one side dominates post-half-time but starts slowly often produce tight first-half scores, yet Senegal’s defensive record in their last Group I outing was a clean sheet against a modest Norway attack[3]. Comparable World Cup Group stage games frequently end 0-0 or 1-0 at halftime when teams with contrasting styles meet, and the 0% probability here likely reflects Iraq’s recent defensive fragility rather than an expectation of a Senegal breakthrough before the break[1].

Traders should monitor the official line-ups released by FIFA shortly before kick-off, as any absence of key Senegal attackers could further depress early goal expectations[4]. Recent analysis from Flashscore highlights Iraq’s defensive struggles and Senegal’s late-game scoring prowess, suggesting the catalyst for a shift in probability will be the first 15 minutes of play rather than pre-match announcements[1]. While Polymarket offers decimal odds with minimal KYC, platforms like Kalshi or Betfair may display implied probabilities with stricter identity verification, creating divergent pricing on this specific 0% outcome due to fee structures and liquidity depth[2].

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Methodology

This page compares Senegal vs. Iraq - Halftime Result specifically across Polymarket, Kalshi, Betfair Exchange and Smarkets. Live odds come from the Polymarket order book; the other venues' contract details are maintained manually because their APIs aren't directly comparable. Every CTA routes to Polymarket Alternative, which mirrors the Polymarket order book at 0% fees.

Resolution & payout

Polymarket settles via UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon. A proposer posts the outcome with a bond, the two-hour window runs, then the smart contract pays USDC.

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