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\n\t\tAfrobeat 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\u2019s opening Group C match against Tanzania.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tThe singer shared a snapshot of his betting slip on his X page on Sunday, with the caption \u201cLet\u2019s get this W Nigeria.\u201d\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tThe Stake app betting slip shows a bet on both teams to score, with a potential payout of $96,564 (approximately N140 million).\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tThis is not Davido\u2019s first high-profile bet on the Super Eagles.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tAhead of Nigeria\u2019s last competitive match against Gabon in the 2026 FIFA World Cup play-offs, he staked $10,000 (\u20a615 million) predicting a Nigerian win and both teams to score, with a possible return of $50,194.58 (\u20a675.2 million).\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tAlthough Nigeria lost that match, Davido\u2019s enthusiasm for the national team remains strong.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tHis latest betting choice, however, has drawn mixed reactions from fans, with many humorously questioning his loyalty.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tAs a prominent Stake ambassador, the move is seen by some as a promotional stunt, while others accuse him of prioritising profit over national pride.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tThe Super Eagles will face Tanzania\u2019s Taifa Stars at the Complexe Sportif de F\u00e8s in Morocco on Tuesday, December 23, as they begin their campaign for a fourth AFCON title.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tNigeria, three-time African champions, led by stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, are favourites to dominate Group C, which also includes Tunisia and Uganda.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tTanzania\u2019s Taifa Stars, though, known for their resilience, have never defeated Nigeria in a competitive fixture, further boosting confidence in the Eagles\u2019 chances.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tAlso, the Super Eagles are ranked 38th in the world, compared with Tanzania at 112th in the FIFA rankings.\n\t<\/p>\n
\n\t\tHowever, recent failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup has tempered expectations, leaving even diehard fans cautious.\n\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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