Patson Daka Grabs Injury-Time Equaliser for Zambia Versus Mali in Afcon.
The Leicester City forward ended a lengthy goal dry spell for Zambia with his dramatic header in Morocco.
Zambia's star striker was the the savior for his nation as his injury-time header earned a nail-biting 1-1 draw against Mali at the Afcon 2025 in Morocco.
Eagles Seize First-Half Control
The Malian attacker had broken the deadlock shortly after the hour mark in the tournament's opening group encounter at the iconic Casablanca stadium, lashing home from close range after his initial attempt from a corner kick had been blocked.
Mali controlled the tempo and had an golden chance to take the lead in the final moments of the opening period after Nene Dorgeles was fouled in the penalty area by Chipolopolo 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 Heroic Intervention
The Leicester City man later rescued a point for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely outmuscled by the physical dominance of the Malians until Banda's delivery into the box was pounced upon by the attacker.
Tournament Table
The result means both sides two points behind tournament hosts the Atlas Lions in the Group A table after Morocco claimed victory in their opening game 2-0 against the Coelacanths at the weekend.
Chipolopolo will remain in the city to play their next game against Comoros on Friday, while Mali journey to the capital for a crunch showdown against Morocco.
