Mali surge ahead in U-23 Africa Cup of Nations with a comeback victory over Gabon

This impressive triumph propels Mali to the top of Group B, over the reigning champions, Egypt.

In a remarkable debut at the U-23 Africa Cup of Nations, Mali overcame an early setback to secure a 3-1 victory over Gabon.

Despite conceding an early goal, Mali rallied back to turn the tide in their favor.

They held on to their first-half lead earning themselves a well-deserved three points.

This impressive triumph propels Mali to the top of Group B, while the reigning champions, Egypt, find themselves with only one point.

📺 Mali U23 0-1 Gabon U23 | Goal: Emmanuel Essogopic.twitter.com/1DdEtDxzNp
— FootColic ⚽️ (@FootColic) June 25, 2023

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Boubacar Traore n’est pas surnommé Pheno par le fruit du hasard 😌

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— Les Aigles Du Mali 🇲🇱🦅 (@AiglesDuMali_) June 25, 2023

Mali U23 3-1 Gabon U23, Alhassane Tamboura pic.twitter.com/FQULoUzy8y
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Fodé Doucouré started his career at Diambars FC de Saly in Senegal before making his move to Europe.

Tonight, he’s named the man of the match in Mali’s 3-1 over Gabon in the U23 AFCON tournament.

He’s just 22-years. One to keep eye on in this competition. 🇲🇱✨… pic.twitter.com/JuQeKpckRc
— Micky Jnr ✪ (@MickyJnr__) June 25, 2023

Source: beiN Sports