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Davido Places $25,000 Bet on Both Teams to Score in Nigeria’s AFCON Opener
Afrobeats superstar Davido has stirred debate online after revealing a $25,000 bet on Nigeria’s opening match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The singer shared a screenshot of his betting slip on Sunday, showing he backed “Both Teams to Score: Yes” at odds of 3.86 for the Super Eagles’ Group C clash against Tanzania. If successful, the bet would return a potential payout of $96,500. The match is scheduled for December 23 at the Fez Stadium in Morocco.
Nigeria head into the tournament as one of the favourites, boasting a star-studded squad led by Napoli striker Victor Osimhen. While many fans expect a dominant Super Eagles performance, Davido’s wager suggests he anticipates Tanzania finding the net, likely through counterattacks or set pieces.
The post quickly generated mixed reactions on social media. Some supporters agreed with the prediction, expecting an open, high-scoring encounter, while others questioned Davido’s confidence in Nigeria keeping a clean sheet. Critics also raised concerns about the public promotion of gambling, especially given his influence among young fans.
Davido’s involvement carries added significance due to his role as a global ambassador for betting platform Stake, a partnership that blends commercial promotion with national football excitement.
As anticipation builds for Nigeria’s AFCON opener, the singer’s bold bet has added an extra layer of conversation around the Super Eagles’ quest for continental glory.
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