And that’s full time in Port Elizabeth. Mali secure all three points following the late strike from Keita and now find themselves at the summit of Group B ahead of their encounter with Ghana. Niger will take some positives from the defeat, but now need to secure a win over DR Congo if they hope of making it to the next stage.
Goal scored by S Keita at 83:33″ for Mali – Goal by Seydou Keita(Mali) left-footed (low centre of goal) from centre of penalty area (12 yards).Mali 1-0 Niger.
Match Statistics
Mali Niger
53% possession 47%
23(9) shots (on goal) 6(3)
9 fouls 12
8 corner kicks 5
– off-sides 1
4 saves 7
1 yellow cards 2
– red cards –
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