The description sets the stage for the second match in Pool B, featuring a West African derby between Mali and Niger. The outcome of this match will determine the leader of the group, considering the draw between Ghana and DR Congo.
Composition of the Teams:
Eleven of Mali:
- Goalkeeper: Samassa
- Defenders: Tamboura, Diawara, N’Diaye, Wagué
- Midfielders: K.Traoré, M. Traoré, Keita, S.Diarra
- Forwards: Cheick Diabaté, Cheick Fantamady Diarra
Eleven of Niger:
- Goalkeeper: Kassali
- Defenders: Chikoto, Kourouma, Dan Kowa, Bachar-Koudize
- Midfielders: Soumalia, Karim, Talatou
- Forwards: Sidibé, Maazou
The description provides a snapshot of the starting line-ups for both teams, outlining the players in each position. The emphasis on the West African derby adds a layer of regional rivalry to the anticipation of the match. The information on the draw in the Ghana-DR Congo match heightens the significance of the Mali-Niger encounter in determining the group leader. Football fans are likely to be eager to see how this West African derby unfolds and which team will emerge as the leader in Pool B.
