Zambia's Daka Grabs Stoppage-Time Goal for Zambia Against Mali in Afcon.
The Leicester City forward halted a 20-month goal drought for Zambia with his dramatic header in Casablanca.
Zambia's star striker was the the match-saver for his nation as his dying-moments header clinched a thrilling 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 continental finals in Morocco.
Mali Takes Early Lead
The Malian attacker had given his side the lead around the 60-minute mark in the tournament's opening group clash at the iconic Casablanca stadium, drilling home from point-blank range after his initial attempt from a set-piece had been parried.
Mali dominated possession and had an opportunity to take the lead in the closing stages of the opening period after a Malian forward was tripped in the box by Chipolopolo defender Matthews Banda.
The designated penalty taker stepped up for Mali but his powerful strike was expertly kept out by Chipolopolo shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Late Header
Daka later rescued a point for the former champions, who were largely dominated by the physical dominance of the Malians until Banda's delivery into the box was pounced upon by the forward.
Group A Table
This draw leaves each team a couple of points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the group standings after Morocco claimed victory in their opening game 2-0 against Comoros at the weekend.
Chipolopolo will remain in the city to play their next game against Comoros on Friday, while The Eagles journey to Rabat for a pivotal encounter against the host nation.
