A cat named Nimbus Pronos has turned into an unexpected star of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, after repeatedly “predicting” match results with striking accuracy.
His videos have spread widely on social media, turning him into a new phenomenon in sports entertainment.
For Saturday’s quarterfinal between Algeria and Nigeria on 10 January 2026, Nimbis pointed to an Algerian defeat, a forecast that immediately sparked debate among fans. Some see it as nothing more than a lighthearted game, while others have started to treat his choices as a symbolic guide when watching the tournament.
In the other quarterfinal on the same day between Ivory Coast and Egypt, the cat “chose” an Ivorian victory, further fueling fascination with his apparent knack for picking winners. The article notes that these predictions have no basis in data or real tactical analysis, but that has not stopped supporters from sharing and reacting to every clip.
Many fans now check his account before placing bets, while others simply enjoy the added drama his picks bring to Afcon nights.
In the end, Nimbis’s fame reflects how small, fun details can add extra colour and excitement to this special edition of the tournament in Morocco.
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