Patson Daka delivered a thrilling finish for Zambia, equalizing in injury time to secure a 1-1 draw against Mali in their Group A match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations held in Casablanca. The contest took place at the Stade Mohammed V, where Mali initially took control after Lassine Sinayoko scored just after the hour mark, capitalizing on a corner to give the Eagles the lead.
Mali maintained their dominance for much of the match and nearly extended their advantage in the first half; however, Zambian goalkeeper Willard Mwanza showcased his skills with a fantastic save, denying a penalty taken by El Bilal Toure. Zambia, despite facing sustained pressure, found a moment of inspiration late in the match. Daka met a well-placed cross with a powerful header to level the score in dramatic fashion.
With this result, both teams remain two points behind Group A leaders Morocco, keeping the competition tight as they vie for advancement in the tournament. The resilience shown by Zambia, particularly in the closing moments, bodes well for their campaign moving forward.
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