Drake Loses $1.5M World Cup Bet as 'Curse' Continues
Drake lost a $1.5 million Stake bet after Spain beat Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, extending the so-called "Drake curse." The wager could have paid more than $5.1 million. Combined with a recent $1 million Conor McGregor loss, the rapper dropped $2.5 million in eight days.
Key Takeaways
- Drake wagered $1.5 million on Argentina to defeat Spain in the World Cup final via Stake.
- Spain won the match, wiping out a potential payout of more than $5.1 million.
- Fans revived the "Drake curse" after the loss followed his failed $1 million McGregor bet.
- In eight days, Drake lost $2.5 million across the two high-profile wagers.
What Happened to Drake's World Cup Bet?
According to the New York Post, Drake went all in on Argentina to repeat as World Cup champions with a $1.5 million Stake ticket that could have returned more than $5.1 million.
Spain controlled the final, stifling Argentina's attack and preventing a single shot on goal. Argentina also had to play a man down after losing Enzo Fernández, and the defending champions could not mount a late comeback.
Before kickoff, Drake posted his betting slip on Instagram with the caption, "What's that saying??? Better luck next time…"
Why Do Fans Call It the Drake Curse?
Complex reports that fans point to a pattern in which teams and athletes Drake publicly backs tend to crumble—or he loses money another way.
In 2022, he bet on Argentina to win the World Cup final against France. Argentina won on penalties, but Drake still lost a million dollars because the match went past regulation.
Days before the latest final, he placed a $1 million Stake bet on Conor McGregor to beat Max Holloway at UFC 329. McGregor tore his ACL on an early flying kick and lost by TKO in 69 seconds—a wager that would have paid more than $2.8 million if McGregor had won.
How Much Has Drake Lost Lately?
Across those two tickets alone, Drake lost $2.5 million in eight days. The New York Post noted he did win $1 million betting on Canada to beat South Africa in the Round of 32, offsetting a $1 million Super Bowl loss on the Patriots.
Despite the streak, Complex notes Drake appears unfazed, recently starring in a Stake commercial in which he celebrates reportedly winning $30 million. He has partnered with the platform since 2022.
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