Afrobeat superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has demonstrated his passion for football ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, wagering $25,000 (around N36 million) on Nigeria’s opening Group C match against Tanzania.
The singer shared a snapshot of his betting slip on his X page on Sunday, with the caption “Let’s get this W Nigeria.”
The Stake app betting slip shows a bet on both teams to score, with a potential payout of $96,564 (approximately N140 million).
This is not Davido’s first high-profile bet on the Super Eagles.
Ahead of Nigeria’s last competitive match against Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs, he staked $10,000 (₦15 million) predicting a Nigerian win and both teams to score, with a possible return of $50,194.58 (₦75.2 million).
Although Nigeria lost that match, Davido’s enthusiasm for the national team remains strong.
His latest betting choice, however, has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with many humorously questioning his loyalty.
As a prominent Stake ambassador, the move is seen by some as a promotional stunt, while others accuse him of prioritising profit over national pride.
The Super Eagles will face Tanzania’s Taifa Stars at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Morocco on Tuesday, December 23, as they begin their campaign for a fourth AFCON title.
Nigeria, three-time African champions, led by stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, are favourites to dominate Group C, which also includes Tunisia and Uganda.
Tanzania’s Taifa Stars, though, known for their resilience, have never defeated Nigeria in a competitive fixture, further boosting confidence in the Eagles’ chances.
Also, the Super Eagles are ranked 38th in the world, compared with Tanzania at 112th in the FIFA rankings.
However, recent failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup has tempered expectations, leaving even diehard fans cautious.
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