Mali coach Nouhoum Diane says they will need a big favour from Ghana on Monday in order to advance from Group A of the 2017 Wafu Cup.
The trainer is confident his Eagles can beat Guinea in the final round of matches and that another win for the Black Stars who face rivals Nigeria will allow Mali join the tournament hosts in advancing into the semifinals.
Speaking after his side’s 1-0 loos to Ghana on Saturday, the Mali coach says not all is lost.
“We came into this competition with a mission to go into the final, but things have not been smooth,” said Diane.
“But we are still in the competition. Not all is lost.
“We will try our best and make sure we will win our next match.
“While Ghana is playing against Nigeria, we are expecting Ghana to beat them so we can qualify,” he added.
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After two games, Ghana sit top of Group A with six points, Nigeria follow with two while both Guinea and Mali have a point each.
Mali come up against Guinea at the Nduom Stadium in Elmina while Nigeria fight for their survival in the competition against Ghana at the Cape Coast Stadium. Both games will kick off at 1800 GMT.
Source: Footy-Ghana.com
