The Scorpions slipped to the Eagles 2-0 in their third Group G match of the continent’s bi-annual biggest football fiesta qualifier played at the Stade 26 Mars in Bamako on Friday.
The Gambia require a victory against the Malians to increase their 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualification chances.
The Scorpions secure only 3 points after four group outings.
Mali will combat to complete a double over The Gambia in the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The Eagles currently sit top-spot in Group G of the continent’s bi-annual biggest football showpiece qualifiers with 9 points in four group matches.
