Patson Daka Grabs Stoppage-Time Leveler to Earn Zambia Versus Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward brought to a close a 20-month goal barren run for Zambia with his late header in Morocco.
Patson Daka emerged as the hero for Chipolopolo as his stoppage-time header clinched a dramatic 1-1 tie against Mali at the Afcon 2025 in Casablanca.
Mali Takes First-Half Initiative
Lassine Sinayoko had broken the deadlock just after the 60-minute mark in the Group A fixture at the Stade Mohammed V, drilling home from close range after his first effort from a set-piece had been deflected.
The Eagles dominated possession and were awarded an golden chance to go in front in the closing stages of the opening period after a Malian forward was brought down in the penalty area by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure took responsibility for the Eagles but his well-hit shot was expertly kept out by Zambia shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Late Header
Daka later salvaged a point for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely dominated by the physical dominance of the Malians until Banda's lofted cross was powered home by the striker.
Group A Outlook
This draw leaves both sides a couple of points behind host nation the Atlas Lions in the group standings after the Atlas Lions claimed victory in their opening game 2-0 against the Coelacanths on Sunday.
Zambia will remain in the city to play their next game against their next opponents on the coming Friday, while The Eagles journey to Rabat for a crunch showdown against Morocco.
