In a surprising turn of events, Mali secured a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the opening match of Group A in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 3rd edition. Adama Traoré, who was named the man of the match, scored the second goal for Mali, following Abdoulaye Sissoko’s earlier goal.
With this victory, Mali joins South Africa at the top of Group A, as South Africa also emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over Mozambique in the opening match. The next fixture for Mali will be against South Africa, while Nigeria will face Mozambique as they aim to bounce back in the tournament.
The African Nations Championship is known for its unpredictability, and Mali’s triumph over Nigeria adds an element of excitement to the early stages of the competition. The teams will continue to battle for points and progression in the tournament.
