Mali head coach Anthony Da Silva has named a 24-man squad for the crucial double-header against Rwanda in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Da Silva unveiled his selection during a press conference held on Monday, November 2, at the Maeva Palace in Bamako, 11 days before Mali host Rwanda in the first of two Group K encounters. The Eagles will welcome Amavubi to Stade du 26 Mars on November 13 before travelling for the return fixture four days later in Kigali November 17 in what could decide who could qualify for the AFCON. Both nations head into the two matches with perfect records, having won their opening two qualifying games. Rwanda currently lead Group K, level with Mali on six points. Da Silva has largely maintained the core of the squad used in recent international windows, with experienced players such as captain Hamari Traoré, midfield duo Amadou Haïdara and Aliou Dieng, and forward Lassine Sinayoko all included. Mali squad to face Rwanda Goalkeepers: Djigui Diarra, Mamadou Samassa, Émile Doucouré, Ngolo Traoré. Defenders: Hamari Traoré, Modibo Sagnan, Daouda Guindo, Amadou Dante, Ousmane Camara, Nathan Gassama, Check Keita, Adama Camara. Midfielders: Amadou Haïdara, Aliou Dieng, Lassana Coulibaly, Kamory Doumbia, Ousmane Diakité, Mamadou Sangaré, Issa Djiguiba. Forwards: Lassine Sinayoko, Néné Dorgelès, Ali Ami Gory, Gaoussou Diarra, Ange-Martial Tia.
