Zambia's Daka Nets Stoppage-Time Equaliser to Earn Zambia Against Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward halted a lengthy goal barren run for Zambia with his dramatic header in Morocco.
Zambia's star striker proved to be the savior for the Zambian side as his stoppage-time header clinched a nail-biting 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca.
Eagles Seize Early Lead
The Malian attacker had broken the deadlock just after the 60-minute mark in the Group A fixture at the iconic Casablanca stadium, drilling home from point-blank range after his first effort from a corner kick had been parried.
Mali controlled the tempo and had an golden chance to take the lead in the closing stages of the opening period after a Malian forward was brought down in the penalty area by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
The designated penalty taker stepped up for Mali but his well-hit shot was superbly saved by Chipolopolo shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Dramatic Intervention
The Leicester City man later salvaged a draw for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely dominated by the physical dominance of the Malians until the defender's lofted cross was met by the striker.
Tournament Standings
The result means both sides a couple of points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the Group A table after Morocco claimed victory in their opening game 2-0 against the Coelacanths on Sunday.
Chipolopolo will remain in Casablanca to play their next game against Comoros on the coming Friday, while The Eagles journey to Rabat for a pivotal match against the host nation.
