Drake Loses $1.5 Million World Cup Bet as Spain Defeats Argentina in 2026 Final
Canadian rapper and global music star Drake has suffered another major betting loss after Spain defeated Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 on Sunday to lift the World Cup trophy, ending Argentina’s title defense and handing Drake another expensive defeat.
Before the match, the award-winning artist placed a $1.5 million wager on Argentina to win through the betting platform Stake. Had Argentina emerged victorious, the bet would have returned approximately $5.1 million.
Instead, Spain’s narrow victory meant Drake lost the entire stake, adding another high-profile loss to his growing list of unsuccessful sports bets.
Spain’s Victory Costs Drake Millions
Drake has become well known for placing massive bets on major sporting events, with fans closely following his predictions.
His latest wager was one of his biggest World Cup bets, as he confidently backed Argentina to overcome Spain in the tournament’s final. However, Spain’s 1-0 victory ensured the Canadian superstar walked away empty-handed.
The loss quickly became one of the most talked-about moments online, with fans once again reacting to Drake’s betting record.
“Drake Curse” Trends Again After World Cup Final
Following Spain’s victory, social media users revived discussions about the famous “Drake Curse.”
The long-running internet theory suggests that athletes and teams publicly supported by Drake often end up losing important matches or competitions.
Although there is no evidence that the theory has any factual basis, it has become a recurring meme whenever one of Drake’s predictions fails.
The World Cup final result has only added more fuel to the viral joke, with football fans once again linking Spain’s triumph to the so-called curse.
Another Major Sports Bet Ends in Defeat
This is not the first time Drake has lost a significant sports wager in 2026.
Earlier in the year, the music star reportedly backed former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor, who was defeated by Max Holloway, resulting in another costly betting loss.
The latest setback further extends Drake’s streak of unsuccessful high-profile sports predictions.
Fans Continue Tracking Drake’s Betting Record
Drake’s betting activity has become so popular that fans created a website dedicated to monitoring his sports picks and betting history.
Each major wager attracts widespread attention before big sporting events, with many fans now watching to see whether his predictions will continue to fall short.
After Spain’s World Cup victory over Argentina, discussions surrounding Drake’s betting luck have once again dominated online conversations, reinforcing his reputation as one of the most closely watched celebrity sports bettors.
