Drake Bets Against Canada to Boost Morocco in 2026 World Cup Round of 16

Canadian rapper Drake has once again made headlines, not for music but for his controversial sports betting. Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Canada and Morocco, Drake posted a screenshot of his bet favoring Morocco over his home country Canada. He described this move as a "reverse curse strategy," hoping to "jinx" Canada by betting against them, in contrast to his usual support.

This unusual tactic relates to the so-called "Drake Curse," a popular sports superstition that claims athletes or teams publicly supported by Drake tend to lose. The curse has been linked to losses by figures like Conor McGregor, Serena Williams, various NBA teams, football clubs, and UFC fighters. However, the curse has not been absolute; Manchester City won a treble and Argentina lifted the 2022 World Cup despite Drake's backing.

Drake's latest bet sparked lively reactions on social media. Canadian fans welcomed his move with optimism, hoping the curse would work in their favor this time. Meanwhile, Moroccan supporters responded humorously, expressing that this was the one bet they did not want to see. The ongoing fascination with Drake's sports bets continues to engage fans worldwide.