Davido drops over N36m bombshell bet on Super Eagles AFCON victory
Abdullateef Fowewe
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido has ignited social media buzz by wagering a whopping $25,000 (N36,550,000) on the Super Eagles to triumph in their TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 opener against Tanzania on December 23.
The high-roller combo bet, placed ahead of the 6:30 p.m. kickoff at Fez Stadium, backs Nigeria to win and both teams to score, boasting odds of 3.86 for a potential $96,500 payout.
As three-time African champions, the Super Eagles face a tough Group C alongside Tunisia and Uganda, making Davido’s bold punt a headline-grabber.
Fans flooded X with reactions—some hailing his patriotism, others debating the “both teams to score” clause.
“Let’s get this W Nigeria 🇳🇬⚽️ @Stake,” Davido posted on X, rallying supporters.
This isn’t Davido’s first rodeo; the singer has a track record of flashy football bets, including during World Cup qualifiers, blending his love for the Super Eagles with high-stakes gambling flair.
