Sadio Mané shines as Al-Nassr storm past Al-Najma

Sadio Mané scored in Al-Nassr’s 5-0 win over Al-Najma on Wednesday, helping the Riyadh club consolidate their lead in the Saudi Pro League.

The Senegalese international converted a pass from Cristiano Ronaldo to score the fourth goal, cementing the emphatic victory and underlining his central role in Al-Nassr’s attacking structure.

This season, Mané has played 16 league games, scoring six goals and providing five assists. His presence on the pitch has been directly linked to Al-Nassr’s success, with the team winning 16 matches in which he featured.

Conversely, the club struggled during his absence for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, recording a draw against Al-Ettifaq (2-2) and two defeats to Al-Qadsiah (2-1) and Al-Hilal (3-1).

Since returning from international duty, Mané has immediately revitalised the team’s form. He scored the decisive goal in a 1-0 win against Al-Riyadh and converted a penalty in a 2-0 victory over Al-Ittihad, helping sustain Al-Nassr’s momentum at the top of the table.

His contributions go beyond individual statistics, serving as a key driving force behind the team’s attacking cohesion and overall results.

Mané’s influence is widely regarded as a positive factor in the club’s ongoing campaign, reinforcing his reputation as one of the most effective and dependable players in the Saudi Pro League.

With his combination of skill, experience, and composure, Mané continues to be a discreet yet decisive weapon for Al-Nassr, embodying both leadership and consistency as the Riyadh side aim to maintain their domestic dominance.