Ahead of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final clash, a feline fortune-teller has captured the internet's attention by predicting the match's outcome. The cat, known on social media as Nimbus the King, has forecast a victory for the host nation, Morocco, over Nigeria's Super Eagles.
The Viral Prediction That Has Everyone Talking
The prediction was made in a viral TikTok video that has amassed an impressive four million views. In the clip, Nimbus approaches a dining table set with two glass bowls, one representing Morocco on the left and the other for Nigeria on the right. The cat's method is simple: whichever bowl it eats from indicates its predicted winner.
Without hesitation, Nimbus chose to eat from the bowl tagged 'Morocco', suggesting the Atlas Lions will triumph in the semi-final encounter scheduled for Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
High Stakes for Both Football Giants
The match is a crucial battle for a spot in the final of the prestigious tournament. Nigeria, the Super Eagles, are on a quest to win their fourth AFCON title, having last lifted the trophy back in 2013 in South Africa.
On the other side, host nation Morocco, the Atlas Lions, are searching for their first AFCON championship since 1976. This sets the stage for a tense and historic showdown between two African football powerhouses.
Nimbus's Track Record and Public Reaction
Nimbus gained fame for predicting the outcomes of various football matches, including some in the ongoing AFCON tournament. For instance, the cat previously picked Senegal's bowl over Egypt's, a prediction that proved correct.
However, the cat's latest forecast has sparked a wave of reactions from fans, particularly Nigerians who are skeptical of the prediction. Social media comments compiled by Legit.ng show a divided audience:
- Basco commented: "Nigeria won't lose except if they sell the match like Cameroon."
- Godwon stated: "Nigeria to the final. it is just a cat. The cat is not God."
- Mr money? declared: "Nimbus finally predicted trash this time Nigeria is going to win."
- SOFTWARE TOOLS AND INDICATORS noted: "Nimbus already failed once. And will fail again."
Some users pointed out that Nimbus's predictions have not been flawless, citing instances where the cat predicted wins for Algeria and Ivory Coast in matches they ultimately lost.
Expert Analysis and Fan Sentiment
In related coverage, a man who correctly predicted the AFCON quarterfinals has also shared his forecast for the Nigeria versus Morocco match, adding another layer to the pre-game speculation.
Furthermore, a tactical analysis shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) warned that Morocco's aggressive style, characterized by ferocity, speed, and sustained intensity, could be their biggest advantage. The analysis advised the Super Eagles to mirror Morocco's tempo and maintain swift passing to counter this threat.
As the match day approaches, the prediction from Nimbus the cat has added an unusual and entertaining narrative to the high-stakes sporting event. Whether the feline's forecast will prove accurate or if the Super Eagles will defy the prediction remains to be seen when the two teams face off on the pitch.
