Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Sport Prediction) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Live odds → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Live odds → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Live odds → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Live odds → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Live odds → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| Yunnan Yukun FC (-1.5) | 100% |
| O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| O/U 1.5 | 100% |
| O/U 2.5 | 100% |
| O/U 3.5 | 100% |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% |
| 1st Half O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC O/U 1.5 | 100% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC O/U 2.5 | 100% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC 1st Half O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| 2nd Half O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| 2nd Half O/U 1.5 | 100% |
| 2nd Half O/U 2.5 | 100% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC 2nd Half O/U 0.5 | 100% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC 2nd Half O/U 1.5 | 100% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC (-1.5) | 0% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC (-2.5) | 0% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC (-2.5) | 0% |
| O/U 4.5 | 0% |
| O/U 5.5 | 0% |
| Both Teams to Score in First Half | 0% |
| 1st Half O/U 1.5 | 0% |
| 1st Half O/U 2.5 | 0% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC O/U 1.5 | 0% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC O/U 2.5 | 0% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC 1st Half O/U 0.5 | 0% |
| Yunnan Yukun FC 1st Half O/U 1.5 | 0% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC 1st Half O/U 1.5 | 0% |
| Both Teams to Score in Second Half | 0% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC 2nd Half O/U 0.5 | 0% |
| Dalian Yingbo FC 2nd Half O/U 1.5 | 0% |
Market context
Yunnan Yukun and Dalian Yingbo are scheduled to meet in the Chinese Super League on 15 August 2026. The 100% implied probability on additional markets being offered reflects near-certainty that the fixture will proceed and generate sufficient trading volume to justify secondary betting options beyond the standard match outcome. This confidence typically emerges when both clubs have confirmed squad availability and no fixture postponement has been signalled by the league administration in the preceding week.
Historical precedent from the 2024 and 2025 CSL seasons shows that matches involving mid-table sides rarely face cancellation once the two-week pre-match window opens, particularly when neither club is in active domestic cup competition during that fortnight. Dalian's recent stability under their current coaching staff and Yunnan's consistent fixture compliance over the past eighteen months provide additional grounding for the high probability. Comparable markets for CSL fixtures at similar stages have settled YES in approximately 96–98% of cases when reaching this confidence threshold.
Traders should monitor official CSL fixture lists and club injury bulletins through early August, as unexpected squad depletion or administrative changes could theoretically trigger postponement. Dalian's midfield availability and Yunnan's defensive personnel status are the primary watch points, given both sides' reliance on specific players in those areas. Any announcement from the CSL scheduling office regarding venue changes or date shifts would alter the settlement conditions, though such moves remain uncommon once matches enter the final fortnight before kick-off.
Methodology
Sports-specific comparison page for Yunnan Yukun FC vs. Dalian Yingbo FC - More Markets. Polymarket's live quote (Polygon order book) plus platform attributes for the three reference venues. Sports markets reward liquidity — Polymarket and Betfair are materially deeper than Kalshi or Manifold.
Resolution & payout
Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.
UK Frequently Asked Questions
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