Zambia's Daka Grabs Stoppage-Time Equaliser for Zambia Versus Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations.
The Leicester City forward halted a lengthy goal dry spell for Zambia with his last-gasp header in Casablanca.
Zambia's star striker proved to be the hero for the Zambian side as his dying-moments header secured a dramatic 1-1 share of the points 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 iconic Casablanca stadium, drilling home from point-blank range after his initial attempt from a set-piece had been deflected.
The Eagles controlled the tempo and had an opportunity to go in front in the closing stages of the first half after a Malian forward was tripped in the box by Zambian defender Matthews Banda.
The designated penalty taker took responsibility for Mali but his powerful strike was brilliantly parried by Chipolopolo shot-stopper Willard Mwanza.
The Striker's Heroic Response
The Leicester City man later rescued a point for the 2012 Afcon winners, who were for the most part dominated by the physical dominance of their opponents until Banda's delivery into the box was met by the striker.
Tournament Outlook
The result means each team two points behind tournament hosts Morocco in the group standings after the Atlas Lions won their opening game 2-0 against the Coelacanths at the weekend.
Zambia will stay in the city to face their second fixture against their next opponents on the coming Friday, while The Eagles journey to the capital for a crunch showdown against the host nation.
