Drake Bets $1 Million on Canada Advancing in 2026 World Cup

Canadian rapper Drake has placed a $770,000 bet that Canada will defeat South Africa and advance to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, potentially earning over $1 million. Canada, the tournament host, secured second place in Group B behind Switzerland, guaranteeing their spot in the knockout stage despite a loss in their final group match. With four points from three games, Canada edged Bosnia and Herzegovina on goal difference. Although they missed the chance to continue playing on home soil by not topping their group, Drake remains unfazed.

Drake frequently wagers large sums on sports events through Stake, a betting platform he is commercially affiliated with. His latest bet was inspired by taunts from South African DJ and producer Black Coffee. Previously, Drake lost a $1 million bet on the 2022 World Cup final and a $300,000 wager on Canada beating Argentina in the 2024 Copa America semifinals. Notably, he correctly predicted Argentina's 2022 World Cup win but lost his bet due to a technicality regarding the match duration.

Despite past losses, Drake continues to back Canada passionately and is now positioned to win a significant payout if his current bet succeeds. The 2026 World Cup marks a historic moment as Canada aims to reach the knockout stage for the first time ever.