The second day of the CAN features the start of Group B, with Mali facing Niger in a West African derby. Given the ongoing war in Mali, the Malian national team, known as the Eagles, aims to bring joy to their supporters through a strong performance in the tournament. Seydou Keita emphasized that, while football may not change the situation in the country, the team has a duty to do its best. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m. GMT.
In the first match of Group B, Ghana will face DR Congo at 4 p.m. GMT. Despite recent team disruptions, including a crisis, DR Congo seems to have regrouped and resumed training. Claude Le Roy, the coach, acknowledges Ghana as the favorites in the group but expresses his team’s determination to perform well. If you have any specific questions or if there’s anything else you’d like to know, feel free to ask!