Zambia's Daka Nets Injury-Time Leveler to Earn Zambia Against Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward ended a 20-month goal drought for Zambia with his late header in Casablanca.
Zambia's star striker emerged as the hero for the Zambian side as his stoppage-time header clinched a thrilling 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Eagles Seize Early Initiative
The Malian attacker had put Mali ahead shortly after the hour mark in the Group A encounter at the iconic Casablanca stadium, firing in from close range after his initial attempt from a corner kick had been deflected.
Mali controlled the tempo and were awarded an golden chance to take the lead in the closing stages of the first half after a Malian forward was tripped in the penalty area by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure stepped up for Mali but his well-hit shot was superbly saved by Zambia goalkeeper Willard Mwanza.
Daka's Late Response
The Leicester City man later salvaged a draw for the former champions, who were largely outmuscled by the robust play of the Malians until Banda's pinpoint pass was pounced upon by the striker.
Tournament Table
The result leaves each team a couple of points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the group standings after Morocco won their opening game 2-0 against the Coelacanths on Sunday.
Zambia will remain in Casablanca to play their second fixture against their next opponents on the coming Friday, while The Eagles travel to Rabat for a crucial encounter against the host nation.
