Will Lionel Messi be the top goalscorer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The overwhelming "No" odds (99%) on Messi being the top scorer, coupled with substantial 24-hour volume, suggest the market has priced in his advanced age and the rise of younger talent, making a "Yes" bet a highly speculative and likely unprofitable wager. For investors seeking value, the "No" side offers a near-certain return of 1% (less fees) if held to maturity, representing a low-risk arbitrage opportunity against the minuscule probability of Messi achieving this feat.
About this market
This market will resolve to the player who scores the most goals through all main tournament rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup competition. In the event of a tie, this market will resolve according to the official leader as determined by FIFA rules. If multiple leaders are announced then this market will resolve to the player who scored fewer goals from penalty kicks. If a tie still persists, this market will resolve to the player whose listed last name comes first alphabetically. If the 2026
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Market resolves: 2026-07-20