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Zambia reach ANC quarterfinals with tight win over Uganda

Zambia secured their place in the African Nations Championship quarterfinals with a second straight win in the tournament, 1-0 over Uganda on Saturday.

Christopher Katongo scored the only goal of the game four minutes before half-time to see Zambia through.

In the other Group D game, Mali moved closer to the knockout stage by beatingĀ Zimbabwe 1-0.

Mousa Sissoko found the winner eight minutes from time to give Mali four points from two games.

They will advance with a point against Zambia on Tuesday, or if Uganda drop points against Zimbabwe.

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