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News1810-01-2026, 07:50

Senegal Advances to AFCON Semis After Iliman Ndiaye's Lone Goal Against 10-Man Mali

  • Senegal defeated 10-man Mali 1-0 in Tangiers to secure a spot in the AFCON semi-finals.
  • Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye scored the decisive goal in the 27th minute, capitalizing on a mistake by Mali goalkeeper Djigui Diarra.
  • Mali captain Yves Bissouma received a second yellow card before half-time, reducing his team to 10 men for the second consecutive knockout match.
  • Despite Diarra's later saves, Senegal maintained their lead, aiming for their third final appearance in four editions.
  • Senegal will face either Ivory Coast or Egypt in the semi-finals.

Why It Matters: Iliman Ndiaye's goal and a red card for Mali propelled Senegal into the AFCON semi-finals.

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