Zambia's Daka Scores Stoppage-Time Equaliser for Zambia Against Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Patson Daka halted a 20-month goal drought for Zambia with his late header in Casablanca.
Zambia's star striker emerged as the savior for his nation as his dying-moments header clinched a nail-biting 1-1 tie against Mali at the 2025 continental finals in Casablanca.
Mali Takes First-Half Initiative
The Malian attacker had broken the deadlock just after the hour mark in the Group A clash at the Stade Mohammed V, drilling home from close range after his initial attempt from a corner kick had been parried.
The Eagles dictated the play and had an golden chance to go in front in the closing stages of the first half after Nene Dorgeles was fouled in the box by Chipolopolo defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure took responsibility for the Eagles but his well-hit shot was expertly kept out by Zambia shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Heroic Response
The Leicester City man eventually secured a draw for the former champions, who were largely outmuscled by the aerial strength of their opponents until the defender's pinpoint pass was powered home by the forward.
Tournament Outlook
The result means both sides two points behind tournament hosts the Atlas Lions in the Group A table after Morocco won their first match 2-0 against the Coelacanths on Sunday.
Chipolopolo will remain in Casablanca to face their next game against Comoros on the coming Friday, while Mali travel to Rabat for a crunch encounter against the host nation.
