Drake Bets $1 Million on Argentina in FIFA World Cup Final
Drake has placed a massive $1.5 million bet on Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hoping to avoid the infamous ‘Drake curse.’
Argentina is set to face off against Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final this Sunday, a blockbuster event that Drake has been anticipating closely alongside soccer fans. His previous World Cup bets and attendances have yielded mixed results, and now he is hoping to secure a significant payout or go out swinging.
Via Instagram, Drizzy shared his $1.5 million bet on Argentina taking the trophy home. He also referenced a previous, unsuccessful bet on the country during their last World Cup run. While Argentina ultimately won that tournament, the 6ix God lost his wager on a technicality regarding regulation time. He has made a similar bet this time around, meaning an Argentine victory in extra time or a penalty shootout could once again result in a loss for the rapper.
“What’s that saying??? Better luck next time…say less @stake,” the Toronto superstar captioned his post.
The Weight of the ‘Drake Curse’
The rapper’s history with sports betting is well-documented, often accompanied by the memed-out notion of the “Drake curse.” This theory suggests that any athlete or team he publicly supports is destined to lose. While there are plenty of examples that debunk this, the narrative persists.
Most recently, the curse appeared to strike during Conor McGregor‘s return to the UFC octagon against Max Holloway. McGregor lost via TKO due to an injury, which ruined the OVO mogul’s $1 million bet. Following the victory, Holloway joked, “You got to tell Drake I want my chips and the dip.” Should Spain emerge victorious on Sunday, fans will undoubtedly expect a similar response.
High Stakes and High Rewards
Despite the memes, Drake‘s gambling luck remains a topic of fascination, largely due to the sheer scale of his wagers. His deep pockets allow him to play at a level few others can, as evidenced by his recent $30 million “max win” on Stake. For this World Cup final, he is looking at a potential $5.175 million payout if his prediction proves correct.
Whether Argentina emerges victorious or the “curse” strikes again, the world will be watching. We will see in just a day whether or not the streak will be broken.