Mali beats DR Congo in extra time to reach AFCON final
DOUALA, Mar. 2, 1972 (AMP) — Cameroon 1972 : Mali reached the Africa Cup of Nations final for the very first time in their history courtesy of a 4-3 extra time victory over DR Congo (following a 3-3 draw in regulation) on Thursday.
Fixtures and Results : Second Round
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Overview
DR Congo at the AFCON
- 1 title (1968)
- 4 appearances (first in 1965)
- 4 participations in the qualifications (first in 1965)
- Statistics: Champions (1968)
Mali at the AFCON
- First appearance
- 4 participations in the qualifications (first in 1965)
DR Congo
3:4
Mali
3:4 (a.e.t.), 3:3 (1:1)
- 2 March 1972
- Douala
AFCON History
Read on to know more on the history and origin of the Africa Cup of Nations.