Zambia's Daka Grabs Late Leveler for Zambia Versus Mali at the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward ended a 20-month goal barren run for Zambia with his late header in Casablanca.
Patson Daka emerged as the savior for his nation as his stoppage-time header clinched a nail-biting 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca.
Mali Takes Early Lead
The Malian attacker had given his side the lead around the hour mark in the Group A fixture at the iconic Casablanca stadium, firing in from point-blank range after his first effort from a corner kick had been blocked.
Mali controlled the tempo and had an opportunity to go in front in the final moments of the first half after Nene Dorgeles was tripped in the penalty area by Chipolopolo defender Matthews Banda.
The designated penalty taker stepped up for the Eagles but his powerful strike was superbly saved by Chipolopolo goalkeeper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Dramatic Intervention
The Leicester City man later rescued a draw for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely dominated by the aerial strength of their opponents until Banda's delivery into the box was powered home by the attacker.
Tournament Outlook
The result leaves both sides two points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the group standings after the Atlas Lions claimed victory in their opening game 2-0 against Comoros at the weekend.
Chipolopolo will stay in Casablanca to face their second fixture against their next opponents on the coming Friday, while The Eagles journey to Rabat for a crunch match against the host nation.
