Will Drake's latest curse strike again? The rapper bets $1 million on the winner of the South Africa vs Canada match

The renowned Canadian rapper Drake is back in action, ready to cash in big at his home World Cup.

Details: The musician has placed a bet on the Stake platform, which would net him a $1 million payout if Team Canada knocks out South Africa in their do-or-die clash.

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For Canadian fans, this news is both electrifying and anxiety-inducing. The football world is all too familiar with the infamous "Drake curse": almost every time the rapper places a hefty wager on a team, the exact opposite unfolds, and disaster strikes his pick.

Football betting enthusiasts instantly recalled his legendary—and most painful—blunder: the Champions League final, when Drake confidently staked a million dollars on Arsenal. Everyone remembers how that ended for the Gunners: the biggest prize in European football slipped away, and Drake once again proved his bet is a black mark for any favorite.

Will the home World Cup finally bring luck to the musician, or will the curse strike again and send Canada packing? We’ll find out very soon. The South African squad definitely owes Drake a "thank you" for this kind of powerful "support" for their rivals.

It’s worth noting that the round of 16 clash between South Africa and Canada is set for today, June 28, at 21:00 Central European Time.

Reminder: Brazilian winger Vinícius Júnior set a unique record at the World Cup.