Zambia's Daka Scores Injury-Time Equaliser for Zambia Against Mali in Afcon.
Patson Daka brought to a close a 20-month goal dry spell for Zambia with his dramatic header in Morocco.
Patson Daka emerged as the savior for Chipolopolo as his dying-moments header clinched a dramatic 1-1 tie against Mali at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Eagles Seize First-Half Control
The Malian attacker had given his side the lead around the 60-minute mark in the Group A clash at the Stade Mohammed V, drilling home from point-blank range after his initial attempt from a corner kick had been parried.
Mali controlled the tempo and were awarded an golden chance to take the lead in the closing stages of the opening period after Nene Dorgeles was fouled in the box by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
El Bilal Toure stepped up for Mali but his powerful strike was expertly kept out by Chipolopolo goalkeeper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Late Response
Daka eventually rescued a point for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely overwhelmed by the physical dominance of their opponents until the defender's delivery into the box was met by the forward.
Group A Standings
This draw means both sides a couple of points behind host nation Morocco in the Group A table after Morocco claimed victory in their first match 2-0 against Comoros at the weekend.
Chipolopolo will remain in Casablanca to play their next game against their next opponents on Friday, while The Eagles travel to Rabat for a crucial match against the host nation.
