Mane Magic Limits Al Ittihad as Al Nassr Win 2-0 in Roshn Saudi League

Match Summary

Sadio Mane, the Senegalese forward for Al Nassr, continued his high-impact season as his side defeated Al Ittihad 2-0 in Round 21 of the Roshn Saudi League. The result keeps Al Nassr in the title mix and adds another memorable chapter to Mane's Saudi adventure.

Mane opened the scoring with a late penalty, calmly burying the ball in the 84th minute after a tense second half. The finish showcased his nerve and sealed the win for the home team. The stadium erupted as fans saluted his latest hero moment.

Opta statistics underline Mane's ongoing trouble for Al Ittihad: since his arrival in 2023-24, the meeting between these two sides has been a fruitful battleground for Mane, with seven direct goal contributions against them (five goals, two assists).

In all competitions this season, Mane has contributed to 14 goals in 21 matches (8 goals, 6 assists), underscoring his central role for a squad chasing silverware this season too.

Punchlines: Mane's penalties are so precise they could file their own tax returns. If a defender blinks, Mane finds the ball in the back of the net.