AFCON 2025: Daka’s late header rescues Zambia in 1–1 draw with Mali

Patson Daka struck deep into stoppage time to deny Mali victory as Zambia snatched a dramatic 1–1 draw in a Group A opener at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco on Monday. The Leicester City striker headed home in injury time as Zambia held Mali to a draw in their tournament enco

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