Zambia's Daka Grabs Stoppage-Time Equaliser to Earn Zambia Versus Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward brought to a close a extended goal barren run for Zambia with his dramatic header in Morocco.
Patson Daka was the the hero for Chipolopolo as his stoppage-time header earned a dramatic 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 continental finals in Morocco.
Mali Takes First-Half Lead
Lassine Sinayoko had put Mali ahead shortly after the 60-minute mark in the tournament's opening group fixture at the iconic Casablanca stadium, lashing home from close range after his first effort from a corner kick had been deflected.
Mali dominated possession and had an golden chance to take the lead in the closing stages of the first half after a Malian forward was brought down in the box by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure took responsibility for the Eagles but his powerful strike was brilliantly parried by Chipolopolo goalkeeper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Dramatic Response
The Leicester City man later rescued a point for the former champions, who were largely overwhelmed by the robust play of their opponents until the defender's delivery into the box was met by the striker.
Group A Standings
This draw leaves both sides a couple of points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the Group A table after the Atlas Lions claimed victory in their first match 2-0 against the Coelacanths on Sunday.
Chipolopolo will remain in Casablanca to face their second fixture against Comoros on the coming Friday, while Mali journey to Rabat for a crucial encounter against Morocco.
