Mali’s CAN 2025 overview, line-up and schedule
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Mali will compete in Group A of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) along with Morocco, Zambia and Comoros.
The Eagles appear capable of going far in the 35th edition of Africa’s premier tournament.
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Overview
Mali has participated in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 13 times.
Their best result came in 1972, when they lost 2-3 to the Congolese team and finished second.
Lineup
Mali head coach Tom Saintfitt has yet to announce his squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
Below is the roster selected for the last FIFA international break.
Goalkeepers: Gigi Diarra, Ismael Diawara, Mamadou Samassa
Defenders: Woyo Koulibaly, Cheike Omar Konate, Hamari Traore, Nathan Gassama, Mamadou Fofana, Ousmane Kamara, Amadou Dante, Dauda Guindo
Midfielder: Amadou Haidara, Lassana Koulibaly, Mohamed Kamara, Mamadou Sangare, Aliu Dieng
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Forwards: Gosu Diakite, Gosu Diarra, Mamadou Kamara, Foday Doucoure, Brahima Ouattara, El Bilal Toure, Mamadou Doumbia, Moussa Sissako, Racine Sinyako.
match schedule
Game 1: Mali vs Zambia
Mohammed V Building in Casablanca
December 22, 2025 3:30 pm
Game 2: Morocco vs Mali
Prince Moulay Abdullah Stadium, Rabat
December 26, 2025 1:00 pm