Senegal captain Sadio Mané has been crowned the Best Player of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after inspiring the Teranga Lions to a dramatic

After Senegal's triumph in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Cristiano Ronaldo's teammate Sadio Mane made a candid statement over the Saudi Pro League.

Locked in a battle with Sadio Mane for the AFCON 2025 Player of the Tournament award, Brahim Diaz had to settle for a Golden Boot that ultimately came with tears.

Sadio Mane defused a potential abandonment by convincing Senegal’s players to return to the pitch after a controversial late penalty caused chaos.

In the chaotic final, Mané played a calming role during the stoppage-time controversy when Senegal briefly walked off in protest over a contentious penalty awarded to Morocco.

Senegal star Sadio Mane explained why he disobeyed his coach Pape Thiaw’s diktat to walk off in the AFCON final as Moroccan manager Walid Regragui accused him of hurting Africa’s image.

The 2026 AFCON final saw some unprecedented scenes during the clash between Senegal and Morocco. The Senegal players staged a walkout on the instructions of their manager. However, Sadio Mane called them back.

Sadio Mané threatens Samuel Eto’o’s record at AFCONSadio Mané/@CAFBy playing in the final of AFCON 2025 against Morocco on Sunday, January 18, 2026, Sadio Mané has a golden opportunity to