Nigerian superstar Davido found himself trending again—this time not for music, but for a spot-on football prediction tied to the Super Eagles’ opening game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Confident Call Before Kick-off

Ahead of Nigeria’s Group C opener against Tanzania, the award-winning artist publicly showed confidence in an entertaining contest. Rather than backing a routine win, Davido predicted that both sides would get on the scoresheet, placing a high-stakes wager on goals at both ends.

Action-packed Opener In Morocco

Played in Fes, Morocco, the match delivered the drama many expected. Nigeria drew first blood, asserting early control, but Tanzania refused to fold and pulled level in the second half with a well-taken equaliser.

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The Super Eagles responded decisively. Ademola Lookman stepped up when it mattered most, firing home the winning goal to restore Nigeria’s lead and secure a hard-fought 2–1 victory in their tournament opener.

Prediction Comes Good

With Nigeria and Tanzania both scoring, Davido’s bold call proved accurate. The result meant his pre-match gamble paid off handsomely, reportedly earning him a payout of $96,564.

Fans React As Nigeria Look Ahead

Social media quickly lit up after the final whistle, with fans celebrating Nigeria’s winning start while also applauding Davido’s football foresight. As the Super Eagles turn their attention to the next Group C fixture, confidence is high that the team can build on a positive opening performance and push deeper into the tournament.