For 93 minutes, Burkina Faso was on the verge of a historic “giant-killing” on Moroccan soil.

The enjoyment on Adèle Naomi’s face after her late purpose advised a crew that had lastly discovered its rhythm earlier than the continental showpiece. Nonetheless, the “magic of the ultimate whistle” favored the hosts.

Because the clock ticked into the fourth minute of added time, the Moroccan crowd erupted as Sanaâ Mssoudy snatched a 1-1 draw from the jaws of defeat.

Whereas the consequence exhibits a draw, the bitter style left for the Burkinabé gamers—who had been seconds away from an ideal win—will probably function a strong motivator heading into the group phases.