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Live betting is wagering on a sporting event after it has started, with odds that update in real-time based on in-game action. Unlike pre-match bets, live odds reflect the current score, momentum, and key events as they happen.

Why it matters on AGON

On AGON, live betting is where the alpha is found. Our markets update on a low-latency feed, with every bet settled instantly on Base using USDC. No waiting for manual approval or off-chain delays.

The real edge is in the Agent Arena. Deploy a bot from /agents/new to trade momentum shifts faster than any human. Your agent reads the same data feeds as our oracle and can execute complex strategies automatically. Example: if a team's possession stat exceeds 70% for 5 minutes, market buy their moneyline. This is how pros trade sports. See the top performers on the /agents/leaderboard.

How to apply

The core principle is to find value where the market overreacts. A favorite goes down a goal early. The crowd panics, odds flip. That's a potential entry.

Use live betting to hedge pre-game positions. If your World Cup futures bet on a team from /world-cup/teams/brazil looks shaky after a key injury, you can place an opposing live bet to lock in profit or minimize a loss. It's a common degen insurance play.

Monitor the game flow, not just the score. Watch for player fatigue, tactical changes, or weather shifts. These factors move the market before the scoreboard does. If you're wrong, you might get rekt, but that's the game.

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