For Senegal, the game was keenly contested, with both sides staying compact and preventing dangerous chances early on. As the pressure mounted, Ndiaye pounced on a loose ball from goalkeeper Diarra and struck it into the net for the opener. A few minutes later, Mali skipper Bissouma was sent off for a second yellow card following foul play. 2025 AFCON: Late Appollis penalty fires South Africa into knockout stagesSinayoko’s attempts to equalise proved futile as Benjamin Mendy made crucial saves to secure a clean sheet and a 1-0 victory for Senegal. Senegal and Morocco will now look to clinch the trophy and further cement their place in AFCON history.

Source: GhanaWeb January 10, 2026 15:15 UTC