The first half of the small final between Ghana and Mali has concluded, with the Eagles taking a significant lead, thanks to a goal scored by the former Marseille player, Samassa, in the 21st minute. The scoreboard remains in favor of Mali.
During the course of the match, two yellow cards were issued. Ghanaians Wakaso and Vorsah received cautions in the 25th and 3rd minutes of play, respectively.
With this advantage, Mali seems on track to secure the bronze medals and return home with a notable achievement in the tournament. The second half will be crucial in determining the final outcome of this match.
