Gaoussou Diarra delivered a remarkable performance. The Malian winger from Feyenoord equalized against Morocco with a stunning volley, keeping the suspense high during this friendly match.
Originally, Morocco was set to face Ghana, but the Ghanaians withdrew from the friendly clash. Mali was called in to replace them for this match at the Grand Stade de Tanger.
Morocco lined up Ismaël Saibari and Anass Salah-Eddine (currently at Panathinaikos) in the starting eleven, while Abdellah Ouazane (Ajax) and Oussama Targhalline (Feyenoord) were on the bench.
After a little over thirty minutes of play, Morocco opened the scoring. Abdessamad Ezzalzouli was fouled in the box and took the penalty himself.
The Betis forward converted the penalty with a precise shot: 1-0. Morocco dominated in Tanger, but the visitors managed to equalize. Diarra entered the field in the 65th minute and made an immediate impact. The winger, free on a distant free kick, volleyed the ball into the net under the crossbar: 1-1.
Diarra has scored a goal for Feyenoord this season, and against Mali, the talented winger showcased his potential. Subsequently, both teams had opportunities, but the friendly match ended in a draw. Thus, the contributions of the Eredivisie players were limited, with Targhalline and Ouazane remaining on the bench.
YESSSS!
Gaoussou Diarra Equalizes 🇲🇱🦅 https://t.co/s9ldnnN9af
— Mali Teams 🇲🇱 (@Equipesdumali) October 4, 2026
