Drake wins $1m World Cup bet after Canada knocks out South Africa

Canadian superstar rapper Drake secured a significant payday, winning more than $1 million after betting $770,000 on Canada to beat South Africa in their FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match. The wager, placed on Sunday, carried a potential payout of $1,001,000, netting Drake a profit of approximately $231,000.

Drake revealed on Instagram that the bet was prompted by a message from South African DJ Black Coffee. "@realblackcoffee was chirping in the DM I had to raise the STAKES," Drake wrote, sharing a screenshot of the wager. This high-stakes bet adds to Drake's reputation for placing public wagers on major sporting events, including NBA Finals, UFC fights, and other football tournaments.

The match itself marked a historic moment for both nations. South Africa's team, Bafana Bafana, concluded their best-ever World Cup campaign by reaching the knockout stage for the first time. They had qualified for the expanded 2026 tournament and impressed during the group stage with a 1-0 victory over South Korea.

However, their historic run ended heartbreakingly against co-hosts Canada at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Midfielder Stephen Eustáquio scored a stunning volley in second-half stoppage time, securing a 1-0 victory for Canada and their first-ever place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The result dashed South Africa's hopes while fulfilling Drake's lucrative bet.

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@realblackcoffee was chirping in the DM I had to raise the STAKES