ALBAWABA - Famous media personality Mia Khalifa recently went viral after winning $1.6 million when she bet $1 million on Spain winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Argentina.
The former porn star-turned-influencer, whose real name is Sarah Joe Chamoun, took to Instagram to show fans her winnings with a video and a screenshot of her betting slip. She jokingly added, "Believed and won big. So proud of my home country Spain, not a drop of Spanish blood in me."
She also personally thanked the casino and sports betting platform "1win," which she used to make the high-risk gamble.
Mia Khalifa wins $1 million in Spain vs. Argentina WC gamble
According to several reports, Mia Khalifa has been supporting Spain from the beginning of the 2026 World Cup. She also stated in a recent interview, "I’m rooting against Argentina solely for the love of the game of hating."
On the other hand, Canadian rapper Drake lost $1.5 million after betting on Argentina to win against Spain in the 2-26 World Cup. If he had won the gamble, the rapper would have received more than $5.1 million.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 during extra time after Ferran Torres scored a goal during extra time thanks to a brilliant assist by Nico Williams.
