A bet against Spain brought a Polymarket trader $4.7 million

A Polymarket user under the nickname fishalive bet $400,000 that Spain would not beat Cape Verde in a group-stage match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Polymarket Sport, the position closed at a 9% quote with a payout of $4.7 million.

The game ended 0:0. Cape Verde was playing its debut match at the World Cup, while Spain failed to convert its advantage despite 75% ball possession and 27 shots.

Source: ForkLog