Drake Wins Million-Dollar Bet as Canada Eliminates South Africa From World Cup

Canadian rapper Drake won a high-stakes $1 million bet after Canada defeated South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. An iHarare report highlighted that the victory ended Bafana Bafana's tournament run and secured the musician a massive payout. The match concluded a dramatic campaign for the South African national team, which had defied expectations to reach the knockout stages. However, tactical errors and defensive lapses ultimately allowed the Canadian squad to edge out a narrow victory. South African football authorities must now pivot to rebuilding the national squad ahead of upcoming continental qualifiers. Meanwhile, the financial windfall highlights the growing intersection of celebrity sports betting and global football tournaments.