Patson Daka Scores Injury-Time Goal for Zambia Versus Mali at Afcon.

Zambia's striker heads home late

The Leicester City forward brought to a close a lengthy goal dry spell for Zambia with his dramatic header in Morocco.

Patson Daka proved to be the hero for Chipolopolo as his dying-moments header earned a nail-biting 1-1 tie against Mali at the Afcon 2025 in Morocco.

Mali Takes Early Control

Lassine Sinayoko had given his side the lead around the 60-minute mark in the Group A clash at the Stade Mohammed V, lashing home from close range after his initial attempt from a set-piece had been blocked.

The Eagles dictated the play and had an opportunity to go in front in the closing stages of the first half after Nene Dorgeles was brought down in the penalty area by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.

El Bilal Toure took responsibility for the Eagles but his low effort was superbly saved by Zambia shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.

The Striker's Late Header

The Leicester City man eventually secured a draw for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely dominated by the physical dominance of the Malians until Banda's lofted cross was met by the attacker.

Group A Table

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 the Coelacanths on Sunday.

Chipolopolo will remain in the city to face their second fixture against their next opponents on the coming Friday, while The Eagles travel to Rabat for a pivotal match against the host nation.

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