Patson Daka Scores Stoppage-Time Leveler for Zambia Versus Mali at Afcon.
Patson Daka brought to a close a lengthy goal drought for Zambia with his last-gasp header in Morocco.
Zambia's star striker proved to be the savior for Chipolopolo as his stoppage-time header secured a thrilling 1-1 share of the points against Mali at the Afcon 2025 in Casablanca.
Eagles Seize First-Half Control
The Malian attacker had broken the deadlock shortly after the 60-minute mark in the tournament's opening group fixture at the Stade Mohammed V, lashing home from point-blank range after his first effort from a set-piece had been parried.
The Eagles controlled the tempo and were awarded an golden chance to take the lead in the final moments of the first half after Nene Dorgeles was fouled in the box by Chipolopolo defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure stepped up for Mali but his low effort was superbly saved by Zambia goalkeeper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Heroic Response
The Leicester City man eventually rescued a draw for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely outmuscled by the robust play of their opponents until the defender's pinpoint pass was powered home by the attacker.
Group A Outlook
The result leaves both sides 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.
Zambia will stay in Casablanca to play their next game against Comoros on Friday, while The Eagles travel to the capital for a crunch showdown against Morocco.
