Rwanda’s national football team, Amavubi, suffered a 3-2 defeat to Mali in their third Group K match of the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The match was played on Friday, November 13, 2026, at Stade du 26 Mars in Bamako, Mali.
Amavubi took the lead in the 29th minute through Kwizera Jojea, who converted a pass from Iradukunda Elie Tatou. However, Mali equalised in the 43rd minute through Kamory Doumbia, sending both teams into the half-time break level at 1-1.
In the second half, Rwanda regained the lead when Kavita Phanuel scored with a header, on 54th minute. Mali responded through Moussa Yeo, who equalised in the 63rd minute.
With the score tied at 2-2, both sides continued pushing for a winning goal, with each seeking all three points.
Mali eventually secured victory in the 84th minute when Mohamed Camara scored the decisive third goal.
The result leaves Mali top of Group K with nine points, followed by Rwanda in second place with six points. Cape Verde occupy third position with three points after beating Liberia 4-2.
The return fixture between Rwanda and Mali will take place on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, starting at 9:00 p.m.
Amavubi are expected to fly back to Rwanda aboard a RwandAir flight, arriving in Kigali at around 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
