Mali takes third place in African Cup over Ghana

Mali and Ghana faced off in the third-place game for consecutive years.

The Mali coaching staff celebrates after defeating Ghana in the third place game.

Mali poses with its bronze medals after defeating Ghana 3-1.

Mali pulled away in the second half as Ghana failed to reach the final.

Ghana players are dejected after failing to medal during the African Cup.

Mali lost in the semifinals 4-1 against Nigeria as it still hopes to win its first title.

The Mali players rush the field after defeating Ghana 3-1 in the third-place match.

Ghana could not break through with its better known roster against a consistent Mali team.

Mali gave a much needed victory to the war-ravaged country .

Mali and Ghana played a tight match in the first half.