Tag: Sadio Mane

Mane explains why he rejected Van Gaal’s Manchester United pitch

Sadio Mane
November 2025

Sadio Mane has revealed he turned down Manchester United after a direct pitch from Louis van Gaal, admitting he was unconvinced he would play regularly ahead of established attackers and chose to remain at Southampton before later sealing a career-defining move to Liverpool in 2016. Speaking now as an Al Nassr forward, Mane says his younger self needed more development time and clearer backing, recalling how he questioned his place alongside Wayne Rooney, Robin van Persie, Angel Di Maria, Memphis Depay and Anthony Martial before deciding Anfield offered the better pathway.

Cristiano Ronaldo Lures Inigo Martinez to Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al- Nassar)
September 2025

Former Barcelona defender Inigo Martinez revealed Cristiano Ronaldo’s influence was pivotal in his move to Al-Nassr. The Spaniard leaves behind La Liga and Copa del Rey triumphs for a new challenge in Saudi Arabia’s star-studded league. Martinez, 34, described “enriching conversations” with Ronaldo, praising his competitive drive and surprising humility. At Al-Nassr, Martinez joins Ronaldo, Sadio Mané and João Félix, drawn not just by money but the chance to share a dressing room with one of football’s icons.

Al-Nassr Extend Perfect Start Despite Ronaldo’s Miss

Al-Nassr
September 2025

Al-Nassr maintained their perfect start to the Saudi Pro League with a 2-0 win over Al-Kholood as Sadio Mane and Inigo Martinez scored decisive goals. Cristiano Ronaldo endured a frustrating evening, missing a gilt-edged chance from close range in front of home fans. Jorge Jesus’ side looked rusty after the international break but improved after halftime when Mane combined with Kingsley Coman for the opener. Martinez’s late header sealed the points, while goalkeeper Raghed Al-Najjar saved a penalty to preserve both the win and their second clean sheet of the campaign.

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