Zambia's Daka Scores Injury-Time Leveler to Earn Zambia Versus Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward brought to a close a extended goal barren run for Zambia with his last-gasp header in Casablanca.
Zambia's star striker was the the hero for the Zambian side as his injury-time header secured a nail-biting 1-1 tie against Mali at the Afcon 2025 in Morocco.
Eagles Seize Early Lead
Lassine Sinayoko had given his side the lead shortly after the 60-minute mark in the tournament's opening group fixture at the iconic Casablanca stadium, drilling home from close range after his initial attempt from a corner kick had been parried.
The Eagles dictated the play and were awarded an golden chance to go in front in the final moments of the opening period after a Malian forward was brought down in the box by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
The designated penalty taker stepped up for Mali but his powerful strike was expertly kept out by Zambia goalkeeper Willard Mwanza.
Daka's Late Intervention
Daka eventually rescued a draw for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were largely outmuscled by the aerial strength of the Malians until the defender's delivery into the box was powered home by the attacker.
Tournament Standings
The result means each team a couple of points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the Group A table after Morocco claimed victory in their first match 2-0 against the Coelacanths on Sunday.
Zambia will stay in Casablanca to play their next game against their next opponents on Friday, while The Eagles journey to the capital for a crunch match against Morocco.
