Canadian rapper, Drake and Lionel Messi
Canadian rapper, Drake has staked a $300,000 bet on Canada to beat Argentina in the 2024 Copa America.
Drake shared an image of his bet slip on social media as he is set to win over $2 million if his prediction comes to pass.
Canada faces Argentina for the second time in the competition after an earlier match-up in the group stage of the competition.
Argentina, who are the reigning champions, beat Canada 2-0 to start their title defence on a winning note.
Canada despite the defeat managed to beat Peru and drew with Chile to qualify for the knockout stage on four points.
In the quarter-finals, they beat Venezuela on penalties after the game ended scoreless after regulation time.
Argentina on the other hand, won all their group games before beating Ecuador on penalties to secure a semi-final berth.
The two countries face off again on July 10, 2024, in a bid for a spot in the final. The game is set for 12:00 GMT kickoff time.
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