PANews reported on June 16th that in today's 2026 World Cup group stage match, Iran and New Zealand engaged in a thrilling attacking battle, ultimately ending in a 2-2 draw. This match garnered significant attention from global fans and investors before it even began, and was one of Gate's designated "World Cup Daily Highlights" challenge matches. With the official result now in, discussion and trading activity in World Cup-related prediction markets have continued to rise. Currently, market focus has shifted to several subsequent World Cup group stage matches, including popular games such as France vs. Senegal, Iraq vs. Norway, Argentina vs. Algeria, and Austria vs. Jordan, all of which are now open for trading on their respective prediction markets.
In addition, Gate Live has launched a World Cup-themed lucky draw. Users can accumulate "heat points" by watching live streams, participating in comment interactions, and checking in daily; 80 heat points can be redeemed for one chance to win a prize. This round's prize pool includes official Inter Milan jerseys, Gate 2026 World Cup gift boxes, 10 GTs, and many other rewards. Users who check in for 7 consecutive days will also receive an additional chance to win merchandise. The event is now open; users can go to Gate Live to watch the live stream and participate in the lucky draw.
As the first centralized exchange (CEX) platform to integrate with Polymarket, Gate has become a crucial entry point for users to participate in prediction markets. Users can directly access prediction markets through the Gate App, navigate to the Polymarket page from the platform's Alpha homepage, and participate in event predictions using USDT from their exchange accounts. Gate is continuously expanding its influence in the prediction market field, providing users with a diversified market experience from prediction and trading participation.
