In a thrilling match on Tuesday night, Mali won over Nigeria’s Super Eagles with a 2-0 win.
Mali took the lead in the 18th minute with a goal from E. Toure, and K. Doumbia sealed the win with a strike in the 84th minute.
The defeat marked a significant moment for Nigeria, as it was George Finidi’s first loss as the interim coach. Finidi, who took over after Jose Peseiro’s contract expired, had previously celebrated victory in his debut match against Ghana’s Black Stars.