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# Al Nassr Player Mané Scores for the First Time
Al Nassr fans finally got their first taste of what the club hopes will be a historic signing as Senegalese forward Sadio Mané netted his first goal for the club in a thrilling 2-1 victory over Al Ittihad on Saturday.
Mané, who joined Al Nassr in a blockbuster transfer worth a reported $110 million, made his debut in the opening match of the Saudi Pro League season. The highly anticipated moment came in the 48th minute when Mané, after a well-executed pass from teammate Lucas Paquetá, slotted the ball into the net, sending the Al Nassr faithful into a frenzy.
The goal was Mané's 15th career goal in Saudi Arabia, but this one carried extra weight. Not only did it mark his first goal for his new club, but it also reignited the hope among Al Nassr fans that the club can finally challenge for the title after a few years of relative inconsistency.
Mané's arrival has been a game-changer for Al Nassr, who are aiming to build a team around him to compete at the highest level. His pace, dribbling ability, and clinical finishing have already drawn comparisons to some of the greatest players in the sport.
Speaking after the match, Al Nassr head coach Laurent Blanc praised Mané's contribution, saying: "Mané is a world-class player, and his goal today shows why he’s here. He works hard, he’s a team player, and he’s exactly what we need to take us to the next level."
Meanwhile, Mané himself was modest about his performance, stating: "I’m happy with the goal, but I need to keep working hard. The team played well together, and I’m excited about the upcoming games."
Al Nassr’s victory over Al Ittihad was their first of the season, and Mané’s goal was the perfect way to kickstart their campaign. With the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and other high-profile signings in the squad, Al Nassr are confident they can make this season a memorable one.
As for Mané, the pressure is on him to deliver consistently, but if his performance against Al Ittihad is any indication, he’s more than capable of rising to the occasion. For now, Al Nassr fans can toast to a bright future with their star striker finally finding his scoring touch.