United States – Rapper Drake has publicly placed a $1.5 million sports bet on Argentina to defeat Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, scheduled to be played today, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The Canadian artist shared a screenshot of the wager on his Instagram account, revealing a potential payout of more than $5.1 million if Argentina wins the championship match in regular time or after extra time. The bet has added another layer of attention to a highly anticipated final, with fans closely watching both the on-field contest and Drake’s latest high-stakes move. United States – The wager has drawn significant interest because of the so-called “Drake Curse,” an internet phenomenon that associates teams and athletes with defeat after the rapper publicly supports them or places large bets on their success. Drake’s betting history includes several high-profile losses, including a $1.6 million setback on a UFC fight in 2022, which helped fuel discussion about the pattern. Sports commentators and supporters of both national teams are monitoring the outcome of the match and the bet, as Drake’s involvement has become a recurring talking point around major sporting events.

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