Popular Nigerian singer Joeboy has placed a massive bet on the outcome of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations semifinal clash between Nigeria and Morocco. The artist, whose real name is Joseph Akinwale Akinfenwa-Donus, shared a betting slip showing a wager of N5 million on the Super Eagles to defeat the host nation.
The High-Stakes Wager
The crucial match is scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Should Nigeria emerge victorious, Joeboy stands to win a total of N11.5 million from his bold gamble. Expressing confidence in his prediction, the Afrobeats star tagged the Super Eagles' official X account with the caption, "Eating good tomorrow."
This is not the first time the musician has made headlines for his betting activities. In 2025, he reportedly lost ₦3 million after Arsenal defeated Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, a fact that has not gone unnoticed by football fans reacting to his latest wager.
Mixed Reactions from Fans
The singer's prediction has ignited a wave of comments from Nigerians online, with many humorously warning him not to jinx the national team's chances. Several social media users referenced his past betting loss, urging caution.
One user, AsiwajuLerry, commented: "Guy all your bets have always entered water please don’t jinx this game for us. Just cashout your money abeg." Another, it_Rutie, simply reminded him: "Naso you loose money the last time."
Other reactions showed concern over the nature of the bet, with MoreLifeDey4U noting: "Nigeria will win it but what if it ends draw and goes to penalties, that means you lose the 5m. Omo betting is not easy." Some, like EltemmyVet, suggested a different strategy: "If I were you, I would choose Morocco to qualify, either way I'll be happy."
Contrasting Predictions and Player Incentives
In a contrasting forecast, former Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho has reportedly tipped Morocco to win the match. According to reports, Mourinho described the Atlas Lions as the best team in Africa.
Meanwhile, adding to the pre-match excitement, celebrity Peller has promised a financial incentive to Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman. Peller declared he would give the striker ₦500,000 if he scores any goal during the semifinal encounter against Morocco.
The semifinal promises to be a tense affair as Nigeria seeks to advance to the final of the continental tournament. All eyes will be on Rabat to see if Joeboy's substantial financial faith in the Super Eagles will pay off or if the singer's betting streak will take another turn.
