Women’s AFCON defending champions Nigeria bagged their first points as their remaining 10 players held onto a narrow lead over Zambia.
The Super Falcons had Oluwatosin Demehin sent off by the break after a VAR review, as her caution for taking down Barbra Banda was upgraded to a dismissal.
But the early goal that came as Asisat Oshoala bundled the ball home after a save by Hazel Nali would be sufficient for a crucial three points.
Debutants Malawi made it two wins from two with a 3-1 result over Egypt, after goals by Rose Kadzere, Faith Chinzimu, and Temwa Chaŵinga put them in control.
Sunday 2 August sees Ghana play Cameroon at 6pm (BST), followed by Mali vs Cape Verde at 9pm, with all matches live on the CAF YouTube channel.
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