Messiness Over Messi? Drake's $1.5M Bet On Argentina For World Cup Final Reignites 'Curse' Comedy Online

Rapper Drake’s reported World Cup wager has fueled another wave of online “curse” humor ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. The article says Drake placed $1.5 million on Argentina to defeat Spain at the final at New York/New Jersey Stadium, with a potential payout of $5.175 million if Argentina wins in the conditions of his bet. It notes Drake shared the wager via Instagram on Friday, posting a screenshot of a crypto-casino betting slip with Stake and adding a caption implying a need for “better luck next time.” The story links the excitement to the “Drake Curse,” alleging that public backing by the musician precedes big struggles. It cites Drake’s $1 million loss on Conor McGregor’s UFC return against Max Holloway after McGregor’s right knee failed after just over a minute. It also revisits 2022, when his wager on Argentina’s regulation-time win lost despite Argentina ultimately winning on penalties after a late France comeback. The article adds that Kendrick Lamar referenced Drake and Stake in diss track lyrics, while Drake has also promoted a Stake campaign.