Sadio Mané
Sadio Mané
- Full name: Sadio Mané
- Date of birth: April 10, 1992
- Place of birth: Bambali, Senegal
- Nationality: Senegalese
- Occupation: Footballer
- Known for: Liverpool, Senegal national team, African Cup of Nations
Personal life
Sadio Mané was born on April 10, 1992, in Bambali, Senegal. He grew up in a poor family. His father, Satou Mané, was an imam, and his mother, Fatoumata Mané, was a farmer. Mané has three brothers and two sisters.
Mané began playing football at a young age. He was inspired by his uncle, who was a professional footballer. Mané played for local clubs in Senegal before moving to France in 2011 to join Metz.
Mané is a devout Muslim. He is also known for his humility and his charitable work.
Career
Sadio Mané began his professional career with Metz in 2011. He spent two seasons with Metz before moving to Red Bull Salzburg in 2012.
Mané spent two successful seasons with Salzburg, winning the Austrian Bundesliga and Austrian Cup in both seasons. He also helped Salzburg reach the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa League in 2014.
In 2014, Mané moved to Southampton in the Premier League. He spent two seasons with Southampton, scoring 21 goals in 67 appearances.
In 2016, Mané moved to Liverpool for a fee of £34 million. He has since become one of the best players in the world.
Mané has won numerous trophies with Liverpool, including the Premier League, the UEFA Champions League, and the FIFA Club World Cup. He has also been named the African Footballer of the Year twice.
International career
Sadio Mané made his debut for the Senegal national team in 2012. He has since become the team's all-time leading goalscorer.
Mané has helped Senegal win the Africa Cup of Nations in 2022. He was also named the Player of the Tournament.
Awards and honors
Sadio Mané has won numerous awards for his achievements in football, including:
- African Footballer of the Year: 2019, 2022
- Premier League Golden Boot: 2018-19
- UEFA Champions League Player of the Season: 2018-19
- FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball: 2019
Personal life
Sadio Mané is a private person, and he rarely gives interviews. He is also known for his humility and his charitable work.
Mané has donated millions of dollars to various charities in Senegal. He has also built a hospital and a school in his hometown of Bambali.
Net worth
Sadio Mané's net worth is estimated to be $30 million.
