Bayern Munich forward and Senegal national team Talisman, Sadio Mane said the surgery he had to undergo over the weekend, leading to his absence from the world cup, was successful and he trusts his team would do the nation proud.
News of Mané’s injury sparked the internet on Thursday last week, following an announcement by the Senegal team, that he would miss the World Cup, as he was not recovering from his injury.
The Senegalese team will be playing their Netherlands counterpart on Monday, by 17:00 WAT.
Even though Mané will not be a part of the game, on Sunday night, he took to his Facebook page to share news that he had a successful surgery and trusts his team to play their best throughout the tournament.
He said, “Good evening all, many of you have sent messages of support following my injury. Thank God, the midweek surgery went well. I wanna take this opportunity to thank and show my appreciation to you all.
“This Monday, our dear country will compete in the World Cup, Qatar 2022. I am sure the Lions will transcend and approach every game as a true finale.
“I am also convinced that all Senegalese will be in front of the small screen to support and encourage our valiant national team. Like all the unconditional in the Taniere, I am convinced that the teammates will fight as one man and as they usually do in order to honor our dear Long live Senegal, come on.”
Sadio Mané is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a forward for Bundesliga club Bayern Munich and the Senegal national team.
Considered one of the best players in the world and amongst the greatest African players of all time, he is known for his pressing, dribbling, and speed.
