Davido is a Nigerian Afrobeat musician
Nigerian music star Davido, born David Adeleke, lost a N75 million wager after the Super Eagles were knocked out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final by Morocco.
The match, played on January 14, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, ended goalless in regulation time (90 minutes) before Morocco sealed a 4-2 victory in a penalty shootout.
The result dashed Davido’s hopes and cost him a high-stakes bet placed on Nigeria’s win.
Earlier on January 14, Davido shared a screenshot of his bet slip on both X and Instagram showing that he staked $50,000, equivalent to about N75 million, on a parlay through the crypto betting platform, Stake.
His bet required Nigeria to win within 90 minutes, both teams to score, and the game to produce more than 1.5 goals.
None of these conditions were met in the tense 0-0 draw, leaving the Afrobeats icon with a heavy financial loss.
The parlay carried odds of 6.97, meaning that a successful outcome could have earned him over $348,000, roughly ₦522 million. Morocco's victory over Nigeria pushed the host nation into the final against Senegal, while Nigeria’s campaign ended in disappointment.
Goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali gave fans hope by saving one penalty, but misses from Samuel Chukwueze and Bruno Onyemaechi proved costly, and sealed their fate in the shootout.
Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Eliesse Ben Seghir, Neil El Aynaoui, and Youssef En-Nesyri all converted their spot kicks to secure the win.
Davido has often tied his betting passion to national pride. Before the semi-final, he publicly backed the Super Eagles with a $50,000 stake and promised to double it if Nigeria reached the final. That vow was cut short by the defeat, highlighting the risks of betting in unpredictable tournaments.
The singer, known worldwide for hits like Unavailable, has previously celebrated big wins on sports wagers, including a notable payout during the AFCON 2025 group stage match between Nigeria and Tanzania on December 23, 2025.
This time, however, the gamble turned against him, showing how quickly fortunes can change in football.
By the end of the night in Rabat, Nigeria’s exit left fans heartbroken, while Morocco celebrated a historic step toward the AFCON title. For Davido, the loss was not just about money but also about the pride he placed in his country’s team.
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