Madagascar and Mali played out a goalless 0-0 draw in a FIFA World Cup CAF qualification match on June 11, 2024. The stalemate in Antananarivo was a match of few clear-cut chances, with both defenses coming out on top. Mali, with their technically gifted midfield, controlled possession for large periods but struggled to create meaningful opportunities against a compact Malagasy side. Madagascar posed a threat from set-pieces but also lacked the final pass to unlock the Malian defense. The shared points leave both teams in a relatively stable position in the group standings, though each will view it as two points dropped in their pursuit of a World Cup berth.