LoL: Deep Cross Gaming vs GAM Esports (BO5) - LCP Group Stage

Platform comparison

Market context

Deep Cross Gaming will face GAM Esports in a best-of-five League of Legends match during LCP Group Stage Round 5, scheduled for 13 August at 05:00 ET. The current market pricing reflects near-certainty in Deep Cross Gaming's victory, with crowd-implied probability at 100%, suggesting traders perceive a substantial skill or form differential between the two squads. Settlement occurs at 15:00 UTC on the same date, allowing a ten-hour window for match completion and result confirmation.

Historical precedent in LCP Group Stage matchups shows that when one team enters with overwhelming favourite status—typically reflecting recent tournament performance, roster stability, or head-to-head records—the 100% pricing rarely holds through to settlement. Upsets in regional League of Legends fixtures occur at roughly 8–12% frequency when odds reach this extreme, often driven by meta shifts, unexpected roster changes, or tactical preparation. The absence of recent public roster announcements or injury reports for either squad suggests the probability reflects established form rather than late-breaking intelligence.

Traders should monitor LCP official announcements through 12 August for any schedule changes, player unavailability, or format clarifications that could trigger the 50-50 tie resolution clause. Deposit and withdrawal flows via Klarna and SEPA rails typically accelerate 24–48 hours before high-confidence esports settlements, as traders lock positions ahead of result confirmation. Any delay beyond 7 days without a completed match would force resolution to 50-50, creating tail-risk exposure for those holding YES positions into the settlement window.

Methodology

This page compares LoL: Deep Cross Gaming vs GAM Esports (BO5) - LCP Group Stage with a focus on payment rails and deposit friction. Polymarket accepts USDC on Polygon only; Kalshi only ACH/Plaid (US only); Betfair card/SEPA in EU/UK; Manifold no deposit. Polymarket Klarna UK additionally offers Klarna and SOFORT as fiat on-ramps to USDC. Live odds reflect the Polymarket order book.

Resolution & payout

Settlement path determines payout latency. Polymarket settles on-chain (USDC, minutes). Broker frontends like Polymarket Klarna UK add Klarna/SOFORT as fiat withdrawal options with T+1 processing. Kalshi: USD via ACH (T+1 to T+3). Betfair: local currency via card/SEPA (T+1 to T+5).

UK Frequently Asked Questions

Which payment methods are supported?

Klarna (Pay Now / Pay Later), SOFORT, SEPA bank transfer, credit card (Visa/Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and direct USDC deposit on Polygon. Availability depends on your jurisdiction.

How fast is SEPA deposit?

SEPA Instant: under 10 seconds. SEPA Standard: 1-2 business days. Both accepted fee-free; the internal USDC conversion runs automatically once EUR lands in the platform account.

Can UK traders use Klarna to deposit on Polymarket?

Polymarket does not natively accept Klarna. To fund a Polymarket account from the UK, you must first purchase USDC via a crypto exchange (Coinbase UK, Kraken) or Revolut, then transfer to a Polygon-compatible wallet. Some third-party on-ramps (MoonPay, Transak) accept UK debit cards and may support Klarna buy-now-pay-later for crypto purchases.

What payment methods can UK users use for Polymarket?

UK traders typically use: (1) Coinbase UK or Kraken — buy USDC with GBP debit card or bank transfer; (2) Revolut — buy crypto and send to wallet; (3) MoonPay or Transak — Visa/Mastercard UK debit card directly to USDC on Polygon. Standard GBP-to-USDC conversion fees range from 0.5–2.5%.

How long do Polymarket withdrawals take for UK users?

Polymarket withdrawals to your Polygon wallet are instant (on-chain). Converting USDC back to GBP via Coinbase UK or Kraken typically takes 1–3 business days for bank transfer, or near-instant for Revolut. Polygon gas fees are minimal (<$0.01 per transaction).