Rapper Drake reportedly places a large sports wager on Canada ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against South Africa. Multiple outlets say the bet is $770,000, which one outlet converts to over N1 billion in naira, while another cites the wager as R13 million. The reports frame the bet as a high-profile move that quickly draws online attention and speculation among fans. While the articles describe the bet and the reactions it sparks, they do not provide additional verified details about the betting platform, the exact odds, or the outcome of the match. The match referenced is Canada versus South Africa, with one outlet describing South Africa as “Bafana Bafana.” Overall, the coverage centers on the same claim: Drake places a substantial bet backing Canada to win over South Africa in their World Cup meeting.