In a surprising turn of events, Ivory Coast suffered a 0-1 defeat against Mali in the second match of Group A at the Robert Champroux stadium in Abidjan. The loss puts Ivory Coast at a disadvantage in the group, with Mali securing a crucial victory. The only goal of the match came from Ibourahima Sidibé of Mali, who found the back of the net in the dying moments of the game. Earlier in the day, Burkina Faso secured a convincing 4-0 victory against Togo. As a result, Burkina Faso currently leads the group with 4 points and a goal difference of +4, followed closely by Mali with 4 points and a goal difference of +1. Ivory Coast sits in third place with 3 points and a goal difference of +1, while Togo is at the bottom with no points and a goal difference of -5. The last day of group stage matches on Wednesday will determine which teams advance to the final.
UEMOA TOURNAMENT: MALI SURPRISES IVORY COAST
