The Brave Warriors of Namibia have secured their spot in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations by holding a strong Mali side. Despite Mali’s dominance in Group E, Namibia’s resilience and determination ensured they booked their first appearance in the knockout stage of the tournament.
The match was closely contested, with both teams fighting tooth and nail for a victory but they had a solid defensive display and strategic gameplay which unfortunately did no give way to goals.
With the virgin draw, Namibia joins the group stage’s four best third-placed teams, solidifying their place in the next round. The Brave Warriors have proven their mettle and are ready to take on the challenge that lies ahead.
In the first knockout round, Namibia will face off against the formidable Angola, who emerged as the winners of Group D. This clash promises to be an exciting encounter, as both teams will be eager to secure a spot in the quarter-finals.
Meanwhile, Mali, will go head-to-head against Burkina Faso, who finished as runners-up in Group D. Both teams will be looking to bounce back from their group stage setbacks and progress further in the tournament.
