Al-Nassr star Sadio Mane builds new stadium in hometown Bambali, SPOTTED at inauguration

Mane was joined by high-ranking members of the Senegal society at the inauguration!

Al-Nassr star Sadio Mane builds new stadium in hometown Bambali, SPOTTED at inauguration

Sadio Mane inaugurated a stadium he built in his hometown of Bambali, Senegal. (Image via SportBrief/X)

Sadio Mane, the former Liverpool football star now playing for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, recently gained praise for his dedication to community development. He inaugurated a new stadium in his hometown, Bambali, Senegal, replacing an old mud field. The 31-year-old forward, currently in Africa, is a key player for the Senegalese national team, set to defend their Africa Cup of Nations title in the upcoming tournament in Ivory Coast.

Since joining the SPL, Mane has impressed, scoring 12 goals in 30 games for Al-Nassr across various competitions. In Senegal’s history, he holds the record as the top goal scorer with 40 goals and is the second most-capped player, trailing behind Idrissa Gueye.

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The newly reconstructed stadium in Bambali, Senegal, now officially renamed the Stade de Bambali, was entirely funded by the African star. It stands in place of a muddy pitch where he once played during his 2022 hometown visit. After that visit, the 2019 African Player of the Year chose to convert the field into a modern stadium using his funds.

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On the 3rd of January, Mane was spotted at the stadium’s unveiling in a grand ceremony, marking the community’s appreciation and backing for his exceptional efforts in improving his birthplace.

Sadio Mane’s philanthropic gesture has earned admiration across Africa and the globe. Showcasing his commitment to charitable endeavors beyond football. Alongside the stadium, Mane has also aided the advancement of various schools, healthcare facilities, and essential services in Senegal.

Sadio Mane led-Senegal aspires to retain the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations championship

Senegal, the champions of the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations, are anticipated to participate as front-runners in the upcoming 2024 edition set to be hosted in Ivory Coast. Senegal secured their inaugural AFCON triumph in 2022, winning over Egypt in a 4-2 penalty shootout. Under Aliou Cisse‘s leadership, Senegal aims to achieve a significant feat by clinching consecutive titles, a feat previously accomplished only by Egypt and Cameroon.

Senegal winning the 2022 African Cup of Nations
Senegal winning the 2022 African Cup of Nations. (Image via The Independent)

Led by star forward Sadio Mane, Senegal’s national team, the top scorer and last tournament’s best player, aims to maintain dominance. Topping their group with 14 points (4 victories, 2 draws in 6 games), scoring 12 goals, and conceding only four, Senegal expects a strong performance from key figures.

Kalidou Koulibaly, Edouard Mendy, Pape Matar Sarr, Idrissa Gueye, Iliman Ndiaye, and Ismaila Sarr, will be key in their title defense.

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