El Bilal Toure

Mali have made a winning start to their Africa Cup of Nations campaign by beating Tunisia 1-0 on Wednesday.  Ibrahima Kone scored the first goal early in the second half from the penalty spot.  Mondher Kebaier’s side got a great opportunity to get back in the game after a penalty was awarded to them in the 75th minute.  However, goalkeeper Ibrahima Mounkoro made a fine save to maintain the Eagles’ lead.  The Group F match ended in controversial circumstances as the referee twice blew for full time prematurely.  Janny Sikazwe tried to end the game in the 85th minute but soon realised his mistake and decided to continue play.  The Zambian then issued a red card to Mali’s El Bilal Toure which seemed a harsh decision for the 20-year-old’s strong tackle.  The ...