I lost N5m to betting, Destiny Etiko says after World Cup final

Nollywood actress Destiny Etiko has shared her significant financial loss after placing a bet during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, revealing she lost N5 million. The actress took to her Instagram on Monday, shortly after the match concluded, to express her regret and vow to cease gambling.

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First time betting and I lost . Will never try it again. My 5M gone . In fact am done watching football. Anxiety almost killed me.

"First time betting and I lost. Will never try it again. My 5M gone. In fact am done watching football. Anxiety almost killed me," Etiko wrote on her social media platform. While she disclosed the amount lost and her decision to stop betting and watching football, she did not provide specific details about the bet itself or how the money was lost.

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Argentina all the way. Who can’t wait?

During the World Cup final, Etiko had actively shared updates on her Instagram Story, indicating her support for Argentina against Spain. Her posts showed increasing frustration as the match progressed, with comments such as "This ball tough o. Argentina is pissing me off." She also acknowledged the performance of Argentina's goalkeeper, Emiliano Martínez, calling him "the savior."

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This ball tough o. Argentina is pissing me off.

Spain ultimately defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The decisive goal was scored by substitute Ferran Torres. Argentina played the latter stages of the match with 10 men after midfielder Enzo Fernández received a second yellow card.

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The goal keeper is the savior oo.