1-1 draw between Niger and Mali on Thursday in Niamey, as part of friendly games in preparation for CHAN 2020.

Both goals occured in the first half of the match. Visitor, Mali opened the scoring in the 35th minute. A work by Bassekou. But just before the break, Niger equalized through Darenkoum.

This match is part of the preparations for both teams ahead of the CHAN 2020. An international tournament bringing them together in the Nigerien capital. Morocco is also involved.

Next match on 1st November between Morocco and Mali. Then on 4th November, Niger will face the Atlas Lions.

In Cmaeroon, Mena will be in Group B with Congo, Libya and DR Congo. While the Eagles are in Group A with the host country, Zimbabwe and Burkina Faso.