Patson Daka Nets Injury-Time Goal to Earn Zambia Against Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward ended a 20-month goal barren run for Zambia with his late header in Casablanca.
Patson Daka was the the match-saver for the Zambian side as his stoppage-time header earned a nail-biting 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 continental finals in Morocco.
Eagles Seize Early Control
Lassine Sinayoko had broken the deadlock just after the hour mark in the Group A fixture at the iconic Casablanca stadium, lashing home from point-blank range after his initial attempt from a corner kick had been blocked.
The Eagles dictated the play and had an golden chance to take the lead in the closing stages of the opening period after a Malian forward was tripped in the box by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure took responsibility for the Eagles but his well-hit shot was brilliantly parried by Zambia shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
Daka's Late Response
The Leicester City man later salvaged a draw for the former champions, who were for the most part outmuscled by the physical dominance of the Malians until Banda's lofted cross was pounced upon by the striker.
Tournament Outlook
The result means each team two points behind tournament hosts the Atlas Lions in the Group A table after the Atlas Lions won their opening game 2-0 against Comoros on Sunday.
Chipolopolo will remain in Casablanca to play their next game against Comoros on the coming Friday, while The Eagles travel to the capital for a crucial showdown against Morocco.
