Morocco and Mali played to a 1-1 draw on Friday in their second AFCON Group A match, with both sides converting penalties awarded after VAR interventions.

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe was among the spectators at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on Friday evening, turning up in a Morocco jersey bearing Achraf Hakimi’s number two as he travelled especially to support his close friend during the hosts’ second group match of the Africa Cup of Nations.

The clash between Mali's Eagles and the Chipolopolos is set for Monday, December 22, 2025, at 14:00 GMT.

Mali ended Morocco's 19-game winning streak while a Mohammed Salah penalty was decisive in a controversial Egypt South Africa match.

Mali coach Tom Saintfiet on Thursday railed against the decision to play the Africa Cup of Nations every four years instead of two, insisting the move was forced upon the continent by FIFA and European clubs motivated by money.

“Comoros are a very good side; they defeated Tunisia, Gambia, and Madagascar during qualification. Zambia is a major force in African football, and Morocco are the clear favorites. All four teams have a chance, but we are here to go far. There is no question of believing qualification is impossible.

FOOTBALL fans were left fuming with Channel 4’s Africa Cup of Nations highlights. Afcon is in full swing in Morocco with four games having already taken place in the group stage. Channel 4

Mali to meet hosts South Africa in quarterfinals, while Ghana will meet Cape Verde Mali’s footballers brought some welcome relief to their compatriots when drawing 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations ...

Morocco national football team are now going to take on the Mali national football team for their second group stage fixture of the 2025 AFCON.