Tunisia stage comeback against Mali to keep hopes of Africa Cup of Nations progression alive
- Tunisia came from behind to take a draw against Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations
- Wahbi Khazri’s deflected free-kick levelled the scores with 20 minutes to go
- Mali retained their position at the top of the group after two games played
Tunisia came from behind to secure a 1-1 draw against Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations Group E.
Wahbi Khazri’s deflected free-kick which levelled the scores with 20 minutes remaining moved Tunisia second in the group and ensured they have a chance of qualifying for the latter stages of the tournament.
In a relatively even game which saw 32 fouls committed, Mali retained their position at the top of the group after two games played.
Tunisia came from behind to take a draw against Mali in the Africa Cup of Nations
Tunisia started brightly, as St Etienne’s Khazri had a shot saved and another which hit the bar during the opening 10 minutes.
After a goalless first half, Mali led on the hour when Diadie Samassekou’s corner was fumbled into his own net by goalkeeper Mouez Hassen.
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The point secured means Tunisia still hold faint hope of progressing from Group E
The advantage only lasted 10 minutes however, before former Sunderland man Khazri sent a free-kick into the bottom corner to level.
Mali had a late chance to wrap up the three points through Moussa Marega, but his right-footed effort in front of goal was saved by Hassen.
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