ACTUALITE |
27.12.2001
Mali, Ghana draw 1-1
Home team Mali forced Ghana to a 1-1 draw in this lack-lustre Xmas Day friendly.
The fans were totaly disappointed with the outcome of the match - a warm-up for the African Nations Cup, starting on January 19.
The Malians had a distinct lack of organisation and defensive play.
But team coach Henri Kasperczak said he was pleased with the overall performance.
He blamed the absence of four top overseas-based players for the un-inspiring performance.
Kasperczak, appointed in October, believes his team will jell when the four arrive for the tournament.
Ghana`s Black Stars were also without many of their stars.
Another friendly
But they went ahead 10 minutes into the game when Gyan Bafour put the ball in the net.
Mid-way into the second half, midfielder Seydou Keita squeezed in the equaliser.
It was consolation for the Malian fans, who turned out in huge numbers for the first international in this picturesque city on the Niger River.
A fortnight ago, the fans watched in disbelief as their team were humiliated 3-1 in a friendly in the city of Sikasso.
Another test comes up on 28 December, when Burkina Faso visit for a warm-up in the city of Segou.
All three cities - Mopti, Sikasso and Segou - will host matches during the Nations Cup tournament.
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