Afrobeats heavyweight Davido has found himself celebrating an early double victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), after correctly predicting the outcome of Nigeria’s opening Group C clash against Tanzania.
Before the Super Eagles stepped onto the pitch in Fes, Morocco, the singer had confidently tipped that both teams would find the back of the net. His forecast proved accurate on matchday, as Nigeria edged Tanzania 2–1 in an entertaining contest.
The encounter lived up to expectations, with goals at both ends before Ademola Lookman’s late strike sealed all three points for Nigeria. The decisive goal not only secured a winning start for the Super Eagles in their AFCON campaign but also confirmed Davido’s prediction.
According to reports, the correct call earned the award-winning artist a payout of $96,564, turning the football result into a financially rewarding moment for the singer.
News of the win quickly made the rounds online, drawing mixed but largely celebratory reactions. While fans applauded the Super Eagles for starting the tournament on a positive note, many also joked about Davido’s “sharp football instincts,” praising him for calling the result correctly even before kickoff.
With Nigeria off to a strong start in Group C, attention now turns to their next fixtures, as fans hope the momentum and perhaps Davido’s good fortune continue throughout the tournament.
Davido wins $96,564 after placing a $25,000 bet on both Nigeria and Tanzania to score in their game at the 2025 AFCON. pic.twitter.com/V9Ri9ayCsB
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