Canadian rapper Drake places a reported $770,000 bet on Canada to beat South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32. Multiple outlets report that Drake’s wager pays off after Canada defeats South Africa, with the result described as dramatic and including a late winner. Vanguard and Legit.ng say the payout is more than $1 million, with Vanguard citing a figure around N1.3 billion in naira terms. The Punch similarly reports Drake wins over $1 million after Canada knocks out South Africa. South African publications report the same underlying bet amount, describing it as R13 million, and state Drake earns a larger payout after the match, with The Citizen putting the gain at over R16 million. While outlets vary in currency conversions and the exact payout figure, they agree on the core details: Drake wagers $770,000 on Canada, Canada advances by defeating South Africa, and the bet returns a total payout exceeding $1 million. The reports also note that the bet attracts online attention across social media.