In the final day of Group C in the 29th African Cup of Nations, Burkina Faso faced Zambia. Burkina Faso, having won their previous match against Ethiopia 4-0, aimed to confirm their qualification for the quarter-finals. Zambia, in third place with only 2 points, needed a victory to secure a spot in the next round. The match was crucial for both teams, and they sought to avoid elimination.
Burkina Faso’s Composition:
- Goalkeeper: Daouda Diakite
- Defenders: Bakari Koné, Mohamed Koffi, Saidou Panandetiguiri, Paul Koulibaly
- Midfielders: Charles Kaboré, Djakaridja Kone, Jonathan Pitroipa
- Forwards: Benjamin Balima, Alain Traoré, Florent Rouamba
Zambia’s Composition:
- Goalkeeper: Kennedy Mweene
- Defenders: Hichani Himonde, Davies Nkausu, Stoppila Sunzu, Emmanuel Mbola
- Midfielders: Rainford Kalaba, Nathan Sinkala, Issac Chansa, Chisamba Lungu
- Forwards: Emmanuel Mayuka, Collins Mbesuma
The match was set to determine the fate of both teams in the tournament.
