Mali will host Rwanda this Friday, November 13, 2026, in a Matchday 3 clash of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with both teams, tied on six points, battling for top spot in Group K.
The Eagles aim to capitalize on home-field advantage to take sole possession of first place, while the Amavubi hope to continue their strong run.
For this match, the Malian head coach could field a starting lineup built around several key players, notably Hamari Traore, Aliou Dieng, Mamadou Sangare, and Lassine Sinayoko.
Rwanda is also expected to field a competitive team, with Djihad Bizimana in midfield and Innocent Nshuti up front.
Mali lineup:
Djigui Diarra, Hamari Traore, Ousmane Camara, Souleymane Sagnan, Nathan Gassama, Aliou Dieng, Mahamadou Doumbia, Mamadou Sangaré, Nene Dorgeles, Lassine Sinayoko, Gaoussou Diarra.
Rwanda lineup:
Fiacre Ntwari, Fitina Omborenga, Ange Mutsinzi, Thierry Manzi, Emmanuel Imanishimwe, Djihad Bizimana, Bonheur Mugisha, Steve Rubanguka, Gilbert Mugisha, Joy-Lance Mickels, Innocent Nshuti.