Davido places risky bet and cashes out after Super Eagles triumph
Nigerian music star David Adeleke, aka Davido, has returned to the spotlight, this time making a winning bet on the Super Eagles’ first match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Ahead of Nigeria’s Group C match against Tanzania, Davido reportedly placed a $25,000 bet on a daring prediction that both teams would score.
Prior to the kickoff, the artist expressed confidence in the game, predicting goals from both teams rather than a one-sided outcome.
The match, held in Fès, Morocco, lived up to expectations. Nigeria scored first before Tanzania equalised in the second half.
The Super Eagles, on the other hand, recovered control when Ademola Lookman scored the winning goal, securing a 2-1 victory in Nigeria’s AFCON debut. The outcome not only secured three critical points for Nigeria but also ensured Davido’s prediction came true.
With both sides scoring as expected, Davido reportedly received a payout of $96,564, converting his pre-match risk into a huge victory.
The result elicited extensive social media reactions, with supporters complimenting both the Super Eagles’ performance and Davido’s football abilities. Nigeria will now attempt to gain momentum in their next Group C match as the AFCON tournament continues.
