Senegal forward, Sadio Mane has broken his silence after winning the Africa Cup of Nations trophy on Sunday.
Mane said winning the trophy is the best moment of his life.The 29-year-old played a key role as the Teranga Lions won their first-ever continental title after they beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties following a 0-0 draw in regular and extra time.
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Mane converted the winning penalty after his earlier effort was saved by Egypt goalkeeper Gabaski.
Mane converted the winning penalty after his earlier effort was saved by Egypt goalkeeper Gabaski.
Having joined Liverpool from Southampton in 2016, Mane has won the Premier League title in 2020, Champions League in 2019, Uefa Super Cup in 2019, and Fifa Club World Cup in 2019.Read Also:“Who Does He Think He Is? He Was Losing Every Final Until Salah, Mane, Matip Came To His Rescue” – Senegal Boss Aliou Cisse Blasts Jurgen Klopp For Calling AFCON A Small Tournament
But according to him, the AFCON title is the most special.
But according to him, the AFCON title is the most special.
“I am very proud and I think it is the best moment of my life ever. This day I think it is the best day. I won the Champions League and some trophies but I think this is the special one for me, this is more important for me,” Mane said after the game.
Mane scored three goals in the tournament and was named the Most Outstanding Player.
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