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Mane Breaks AFCON Records as Senegal Shine in Morocco 2025

31 December 2025

Mane Breaks AFCON Records as Senegal Shine in Morocco 2025
Mane's 10 goals and 7 assists power Senegal's AFCON campaign.

AFCON 2025: Mane's record-breaking performance for Senegal

Salvaging pride for Senegal, Sadio Mane proves his worth as the team’s attacking leader in AFCON, delivering standout performances and eye-catching numbers throughout the tournament hosted in Morocco this season.

Mane did not score in Senegal’s 3-0 win against Benin, but he assisted a goal for the Lions.

French publication 'StatS Foot' via X noted that Mane has become the most decisive and influential player in AFCON since 2006, reaching 17 goal contributions to date.

Mane has tallied 10 goals and 7 assists, surpassing Ivory Coast's Didier Drogba, Chelsea star, who had 11 goals and 5 assists for a total of 16 goal contributions.

Mane also created 7 goals to become the best playmaker since 2006, alongside Yaya Toure in AFCON history.

Punchline 1: Mane scores so often the net files a report. Punchline 2: Even the replays say, Mane wins.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What record did Mane reach in AFCON 2025?

He reached 17 goal contributions, becoming the most decisive AFCON player since 2006.

How many goals and assists did Mane accumulate in AFCON so far?

10 goals and 7 assists.

Which player’s record did Mane surpass to cement his standing?

Didier Drogba's previous 16 goal contributions (11 goals, 5 assists).

With whom does Mane share the best creator tag since 2006?

Yaya Touré.