Mali secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Ghana in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, enhancing their chances of reaching the quarter-finals. Ghana initially took the lead in the sixth minute through Alice Kusi, who capitalized on a defensive error. However, Mali equalized in the 52nd minute when Aissata Traore converted a through-ball from Saratou Traore. With four points from two matches, Mali is well-positioned for knockout stages, while Ghana must win their final group match against Tanzania to remain in contention.
Alice Kusi opened the scoring for Ghana early in the match, giving the Black Queens a sixth-minute lead as she bundled the ball in off a deflection.
Mali equalized in the 52nd minute through Aissata Traore, who outmuscled a defender to score after receiving a well-placed through-ball.
Mali secured a draw to maintain four points in Group C, positioning themselves favorably for a quarter-final spot in the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
Ghana, needing a victory against Tanzania to progress, faced frustration after failing to convert their dominance into a winning goal throughout the match.
Collection
[
|
...
]