Afrobeats star Davido has wagered $12,000 on Senegal to overcome Belgium in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash on Wednesday. He placed the bet through Stake and included two additional market selections: both teams scoring and under 3.5 goals in the match.
If all three predictions land, the musician stands to win $123,872.51, according to his betting slip. Davido shared the wager on Instagram with the caption: "Belgium's good, but Senegal's gonna do it for Africa."
The bet underscores growing African interest in the tournament, which unfolds across the United States, Canada, and Mexico this year. Senegal qualified as Group I's third-place finisher, while Belgium topped Group G after the qualifiers.
Both squads carry considerable weight heading into the knockout stages. An early elimination for either team would invite fierce criticism from supporters and analysts alike.
The music producer has long demonstrated a passion for football, regularly making public predictions and placing bets on major fixtures. His latest wager reflects his continued engagement with the sport at the highest level.
