Zambia forward Patson Daka sparked a dramatic scene after scoring a stoppage-time equaliser against Mali, then landing awkwardly on his neck while attempting a backflip celebration. The Leicester City striker stayed down for several tense moments following the fall, briefly halting celebrations as players and fans feared the worst.

Daka eventually got back on his feet and joined his teammates to celebrate the crucial goal, which secured a vital point for Zambia in a fiercely contested AFCON encounter. The dramatic finish, capped by the risky celebration, instantly became one of the tournament’s most talked-about moments.

With late goals, raw emotion and heart-stopping scenes already delivering unforgettable drama, AFCON has once again reminded fans why it is one of football’s most unpredictable stages, but will this incident spark fresh debate about dangerous goal celebrations? Visit www.jocomms.com for more news stories