The reigning champion slipped - Zambia only played to a draw with Ethiopia (1:1) in the first match of Group C at the African Cup of Nations.
Zambia took the lead in the third minute of first-half stoppage time with a goal by Mbesuma, and the final score was set by Adane in the 65th minute with a man down.
By the way, the Ethiopians had the first chance to take the lead, but in the 25th minute, Saladin missed a penalty kick.
Just 11 minutes later, Zambia reached a numerical advantage on the field after Ethiopia's goalkeeper Tasu was sent off for a brutal start.
There was no lack of uncertainty in the match between Nigeria and Burkina Faso, and again the favorite had to settle for a point.
The Nigerians conceded a goal for 1:1 in the 94th minute when Alan Traore scored with an assist from Reno striker Jonathan Pitroipe.
The popular "super eagles" previously took the lead through Emanuel Emenike in the 23rd minute, and in the last 15 minutes they played with one less player because Efe Embroz was sent off.
Tomorrow, matches will be played in Group D, and the host city is Pokeng. Ivory Coast - Togo and Tunisia - Algeria meet.
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