Chainlink Secures Oracle Deals with FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Market Platforms

Jun 9, 2026

Chainlink has secured deals to provide its oracle infrastructure for two FIFA World Cup 2026 prediction market platforms: official partner ADI Predictstreet and challenger Myriad. Both platforms will use Chainlink to automate market settlement for the 104-match tournament, aiming for faster, more reliable payouts. Myriad has launched a $100,000 trading contest to attract fans.

2026 World Cup tournament format

▪Challenger prediction market platform Myriad has also adopted Chainlink's oracle infrastructure for its 2026 World Cup markets.
▪The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams competing in 104 matches across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the US.
▪Both platforms will use Chainlink's technology to automate market settlement, aiming for faster payouts and fewer disputes compared to manual methods.
▪Myriad is running a $100,000 trading competition on its World Cup markets to attract users.
▪ADI Predictstreet, the official prediction market partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026, has adopted Chainlink as its exclusive oracle provider.

France as tournament favorite

▪In a poll of BBC Sport pundits, France was the most frequent pick to win the World Cup with 9 votes.
▪Pundits cited France's attacking firepower as a key strength but noted that avoiding internal conflict would be crucial for their success.

England squad strength

▪Pundits noted England's strengths include individual quality and a strong midfield, but expressed concerns about the team's defense.
▪England was the second-most popular pick among BBC pundits, with 7 votes to win the tournament.

Spain contender status

▪Pundits suggested Spain's ball-retention style would be an advantage in humid conditions, though some questioned their squad depth.
▪Spain was identified by multiple pundits as a main contender, with Micah Richards predicting them to win.

Scotland group stage prospects

▪Pundits believe Scotland's ability to advance from their group depends on winning their first match against Haiti.
▪Scotland's group also includes Brazil and Morocco, who are considered strong teams.

Pundit predictions consensus

▪Some pundits suggested a surprise team like Morocco or Norway could perform well in the tournament.
▪Besides the top three picks, pundits also named Brazil, Argentina, and Portugal as major contenders for the World Cup title.