Egypt's Legend: Mane Deserves Nobel Prize
19 January 2026
Mane Leads Senegal to AFCON Triumph
Ahmed Hassan, a legend of Egypt, praised Sadio Mane's conduct during Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco.
Senegal sealed the CAN title with a 1-0 victory over Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
The Senegalese side sparked controversy when coach Pabi Thiou ordered players to leave the pitch in protest of a Morocco penalty.
The Lions of Teranga left the green pitch for the locker rooms, until captain Sadio Mane managed to rally his teammates and match resumed.
Ahmed Hassan posted on Instagram, 'If I were in charge in Africa, I would craft a Nobel-style prize and award it to Senegal's Mane for safeguarding the sport's reputation.' That would be global recognition.
And Mane proved he is not only the tournament's best player but a captain without a badge, arriving on time with a decision hailed as the greatest in Senegalese football history. Mane writes history; history cheers today.
