After a disappointing draw against Rwanda (1-1) in the 4th day of the World Cup qualifiers, Mali faces an essential task of securing a victory against Benin in the upcoming 5th day. The interim coach, Amadou Pathé Diallo, who took over from Patrice Carteron, understands the critical nature of this match and emphasizes the team’s focus on securing a win.
Diallo stressed the heightened expectations and the urgency to bounce back after dropping points in the previous match. The coach sees the upcoming match against Benin as a decisive showdown and a chance for redemption in the eyes of the Malian public, particularly after the confusion in the game against Rwanda.
In Group H, Mali currently occupies the second position with 7 points, trailing behind Algeria (9 points) and ahead of Benin (4 points). With the race for qualification intensifying, Mali aims to overcome their recent setback and secure three crucial points in their quest to reach the World Cup.
