Zambia's Daka Scores Stoppage-Time Leveler to Earn Zambia Versus Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward brought to a close a extended goal drought for Zambia with his last-gasp header in Casablanca.
Zambia's star striker emerged as the hero for the Zambian side as his dying-moments header secured a nail-biting 1-1 share of the points against Mali at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca.
Eagles Seize First-Half Initiative
The Malian attacker had broken the deadlock just after the hour mark in the tournament's opening group fixture at the iconic Casablanca stadium, drilling home from point-blank range after his first effort from a corner kick had been parried.
Mali dominated possession and had an golden chance to go in front in the final moments of the opening period after a Malian forward was brought down in the box by Chipolopolo defender Matthews Banda.
The designated penalty taker took responsibility for the Eagles but his powerful strike was superbly saved by Chipolopolo shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
Daka's Late Response
The Leicester City man eventually salvaged a point for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were for the most part dominated by the physical dominance of the Malians until the defender's pinpoint pass was met by the forward.
Group A Outlook
The result means each team two points behind host nation the Atlas Lions in the group standings after the Atlas Lions claimed victory in their first match 2-0 against Comoros on Sunday.
Chipolopolo will remain in the city to play their next game against Comoros on Friday, while Mali journey to the capital for a crunch match against Morocco.
