Davido, the famous Nigerian Afrobeats artist, lost $50,000 after betting on Nigeria to beat Morocco in the AFCON semifinals. The Super Eagles lost 4-2 on penalties to Morocco after a goalless draw, dashing Davido’s hopes. He had shared his bet slip on social media, staking $50,000 on Nigeria’s win within 90 minutes, both teams scoring, and over 1.5 goals. The loss wasn’t just financial; it was a blow to national pride.
Davido, the Nigerian Afrobeats sensation, and Peller, a popular TikToker, are licking their wounds after losing big on Nigeria’s AFCON semifinal loss to Morocco. Davido had staked a whopping $50,000 on the Super Eagles, while Peller lost $3,000, both betting on Nigeria to win within 90 minutes.
Davido’s bet slip, which he shared on social media before the match, showed he was confident in the Super Eagles’ chances. However, the team’s goalless draw with Morocco, followed by a 4-2 penalty shootout loss, dashed his hopes. Peller, on the other hand, took to TikTok to express his disappointment, thanking the Super Eagles for “playing very well” and jokingly suggesting he’d stop watching their games so they’d start performing better.
The match itself was a nail-biter, with Morocco emerging 4-2 winners on penalties after a tense 0-0 draw. The Nigerian team was visibly frustrated, with players and officials pointing fingers at the Ghanaian referee, Daniel Laryea, accusing him of biased officiating.
The loss was a major blow to Nigeria’s AFCON dreams, and the reactions from fans and celebrities alike were predictably mixed. While some were gracious in defeat, others were quick to point fingers at the officials and the team’s performance.
The Super Eagles’ exit from the tournament has sparked a heated debate about officiating in African football, with many calling for more transparency and accountability. As for Davido and Peller, they’re just hoping their losses are a lesson learned for future bets .
The atmosphere in the stadium was electric, with Morocco’s fans pushing their team to victory on home soil. The Atlas Lions capitalized on their momentum, securing a spot in Sunday’s final. Nigeria, on the other hand, will have to regroup and focus on the future.
In the end, it’s a tough pill to swallow for Nigerian fans, but the team’s efforts shouldn’t be diminished. They fought hard, but sometimes that’s not enough. As Peller joked, maybe they’ll come back stronger next time.
