Canadian musician Drake secured a $241,000 net profit after his wager on the Canadian national football team succeeded. The bet paid out following Canada’s 1-0 victory over South Africa, which advanced the squad to the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup.
Drake placed a $770,000 stake on Canada’s progression to the tournament’s knockout stage. The selection proved successful when midfielder Stephen Eustáquio scored the decisive goal against South Africa. The winning wager generated a total payout exceeding $1,000,000.
Betting Record and Recent Returns
Sports analysts frequently reference Drake’s past wagering history, which has included a series of unsuccessful predictions. This particular win represents one of the musician’s largest recent returns on sports investments.
Information regarding the wager and payout amounts was reported by iGaming News.