Zambia secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Mali in their Group A fixture at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Mali took the lead in the 61st minute through Lassine Sinayoko, but Zambia’s Patson Daka equalized with a spectacular diving header in the 90+2 minute, silencing the Stade Mohamed V crowd in Casablanca.
Mali had dominated the game, with El Bilal Touré missing a penalty in the first half, which was saved by Zambia’s goalkeeper Willard Mwanza. Despite Mali’s control, Zambia’s resilience and late surge earned them a valuable point.
The draw leaves Group A finely balanced, with hosts Morocco leading the group after their 2-0 win over Comoros. Mali faces Morocco next, while Zambia takes on Comoros.
