Al Nassr star Sadio Mane builds World Class stadium at hometown in Senegal

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Al Nassr star Sadio Mane has built a football stadium in his hometown Bambali in Senegal.

This grand gesture is a testament to Mane's commitment to uplifting his community in Africa, and this is not the first thing he has done for the people of Bambali.

Mane inaugurated the opening of the stadium and was at the forefront of the ceremonial ribbon was cut, signalling the opening of a world-class facility. The football star had previously been seen playing on the muddy fields with locals, and vowed to improve facilities in his hometown.

Mane was present at the inauguration programme ahead of joining the Senegal squad in Cote d'Ivoire for the AFCON tournament.

"I am really very happy to be with you today and to welcome you to my home, to my native village of Bambali, where it all began," Mane was quoted as saying by Wiw Sport.

The stadium, constructed to FIFA standards, is more than just a sports facility. And the Senegal star was beaming with pride after the opening.

"It is with immense pride and a heart full of joy that I stand before you on this FIFA standard football field, which has a lot of meaning for me. This is not just a gift from me to my beloved village. Above all, it is the symbol of our unity, our strength and our passion for football," the Al Nassr player added.

On the international front, the 31-year-old is poised to lead Senegal's charge at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations. The Senegal forward will be hoping to emulate the 2022 heroics. Sadio Mane has showcased his prowess with 12 goals across all competitions for Al Nassr, and will be hoping to replicate the same in national colours.