From Messi's hat-trick to Spain's unexpected cold streak, the BitMart World Cup prediction frenzy heats up

The 2026 World Cup group stage is entering its most anticipated phase.

Just this morning, Messi secured a crucial victory for Argentina with a hat-trick, extending his World Cup legacy; on the other side, Mbappé is also in red-hot form, leading France forward with a brace. Tonight, Portugal, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, will play their important opening group match, and whether this football legend can continue to break his own World Cup records has become a hot topic among fans.

However, compared to star performances, the most discussed topic recently comes from an upset match.

A few days ago, in the match between Spain and Cape Verde, Spain, who were widely favored to win, unexpectedly failed to secure victory, making it one of the most talked-about upsets since the start of this World Cup. In the BitMart World Cup prediction event, the corresponding prediction option once offered odds of 20x. One user turned 50 points into a 1,000-point reward, quickly making this match a popular case study within the community. For many fans, the appeal of the World Cup now extends far beyond the matches themselves – from pre-match analysis to result predictions, from studying lineups to discussing advancement scenarios, predictions are becoming a significant way for more people to engage with the World Cup.

Covering the Entire Tournament, Not Just a Few Highlight Matches

In many World Cup-related events, platforms tend to focus on a few marquee matchups. However, the BitMart World Cup Prediction Carnival has adopted a different approach – deeply integrating the event with the entire World Cup schedule. According to the event arrangement, predictions will run throughout the World Cup, divided into four stages corresponding to the tournament's progress: Stage One covers all group stage matches, Stage Two covers the Round of 16, Stage Three includes the Quarter-finals and Semi-finals, and Stage Four corresponds to the final championship stage.

This design allows users to avoid focusing all their attention on a single match. Whether following traditional powerhouses like Argentina, France, and Portugal, or looking for potential upsets by studying the schedule, users can participate in matches that interest them at different stages. Furthermore, each stage has independent rewards and point rankings. Users can continue making predictions alongside the World Cup schedule while also competing for corresponding rewards based on their performance in each stage. From the group stage to the final, the event's rhythm stays synchronized with the World Cup, giving the entire participation process a greater sense of continuity.

Earn Points First, Then Make Your Predictions

For many users new to the event, the most common question is how to qualify for making predictions. BitMart has adopted a point-based prediction model for this event. Users need to first earn prediction points, then use those points to make their match predictions. Compared to direct prediction participation, this model lowers the barrier to entry, allowing more users to easily join the activity.

There are multiple ways to earn points. After registering, users can play the Goalkeeper mini-game to earn free points. The mini-game has unlimited plays, with point rewards available in each stage. Additionally, the platform offers various tasks, including futures trading, spot trading, inviting friends, daily check-ins, and net subscription of wealth management products. Users can choose methods that suit their habits to earn more prediction points. For those who just want to experience World Cup predictions, the mini-game provides basic points; for those hoping to participate throughout the entire tournament, completing different tasks allows them to accumulate more prediction resources.

Once they have earned points, users can select corresponding matches to make their predictions. The group stage supports predicting three outcomes: home win, draw, or away win. After the knockout stage begins, the prediction options are adjusted according to the tournament format. All predictions must be placed at least 15 minutes before the match starts, giving users ample time for analysis and decision-making.

Upsets and Favorites Coexist, Odds Are a Key Part of the Gameplay

Another aspect of this event that has garnered attention, compared to simply predicting match results, is the dynamic odds design. In the event, the odds for different matches and different prediction outcomes are adjusted based on actual participation. Simply put, even if you correctly predict the same match, different odds can lead to vastly different point rewards.

The earlier match between Spain and Cape Verde is a classic example. Because the result exceeded most users' expectations, only 15.1% of users successfully predicted the outcome, with the corresponding prediction direction offering a maximum odds of 20x. This result made many users realize that during the prediction process, one shouldn't just focus on team strength and match results; the odds themselves are also worth studying. For some matches, the gap in strength between the two sides is clear, making correct predictions relatively more likely, but the odds may not be very high. Conversely, matches with greater uncertainty might offer higher potential point rewards.

If a prediction is successful, the user receives a point reward equal to "staked points × corresponding odds." If the prediction fails, the staked points for that match are deducted. The newly earned points can then be used for predicting subsequent matches. From a gameplay design perspective, the event isn't meant for users to just predict one match and be done; it hopes users will continue participating alongside the World Cup schedule, accumulating points and improving their rankings across different stages.

880,000 USDT Prize Pool Spanning the Entire World Cup

Beyond the prediction gameplay itself, another major highlight of this event is the reward structure. The total prize pool for the event reaches 880,000 USDT, covering the entire World Cup period. The prize pool includes Token rewards, trial fund rewards, leaderboard rewards, individual rewards, and more, with reward sources not limited to a single leaderboard.

After each stage concludes, the platform calculates users' final effective points. Rewards are then distributed from the corresponding stage's prize pool based on each user's share of the total points. The higher the points, the larger the share of the rewards. Additionally, the event includes individual win rate rewards. Once a user meets the required number of prediction matches, they can claim corresponding rewards based on their prediction performance. This means that even if a user isn't at the top of the leaderboard, they still have a chance to earn extra returns as long as they maintain a high prediction accuracy rate.

Furthermore, the platform has prepared additional rewards for certain highlight matches. Currently announced popular matches include games involving many top teams like Brazil, France, Argentina, Spain, and Portugal. When users correctly predict these matches, they can participate in the distribution of the corresponding reward pool in addition to their normal point earnings. As the World Cup progresses to later stages, more high-stakes knockout matches will be updated, offering users more opportunities to participate.

From Messi's hat-trick to Mbappé's continued explosive form, from the 20x odds triggered by Spain's upset, the World Cup generates new topics every day. For users participating in the predictions, before every match begins, there lies a new opportunity for judgment and choice. From earning points to making predictions, from focusing on popular matches to striving for stage rewards, the BitMart World Cup Prediction Carnival is continuously advancing alongside the entire World Cup schedule, offering users a unique way to engage with the tournament beyond traditional viewing.

Disclaimer:

1. BitMart serves solely as a provider of content and technology. This prediction event does not involve any form of gambling or betting with financial stakes. It is also unrelated to any form of online gambling or betting on matches. For any accounts attempting to use the platform's rules for illegal activities such as gambling, money laundering, illegal fund transfers, or fraud, the platform will immediately take measures such as account suspension and reserves the right to pursue legal action according to the law.
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