Destiny Etiko Loses ₦5 Million Bet on World Cup Final

Destiny Etiko, a Nollywood actress, revealed on Monday that she lost ₦5 million in a bet placed on the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where Spain triumphed over Argentina 1-0 after extra time. In her Instagram post, she expressed regret about the outcome and stated that she would not gamble again.

This loss came less than 24 hours after Spain defeated the defending champions Argentina. Etiko admitted that the emotional tension of the final was overwhelming and described her experience as painful.

She did not disclose the specific betting option she selected. Throughout the match, she supported Argentina but grew frustrated as they struggled to break down Spain's defense.

Despite Argentina's goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez making crucial saves, the team could not prevent Spain from winning their second World Cup title. Following her loss, social media reactions varied, with some fans praising her honesty and others advising her to avoid gambling in the future.