Sadio Mane Reveals Touching Message To Salah After Senegal Stunned Egypt to Win 2021 AFCON

• Sadio Mane touched hearts during the 2021 AFCON final as he commiserated with Mohamed Salah after Egypt missed out on the title
• The Senegalese has now revealed he re-assured Salah that he is still a great player despite failing to win the continental title
• Mane's Senegal triumphed during the encounter via the shootouts, with the Liverpool winger playing a vital role in the victory

Sadio Mane has opened up on what he said to Mohamed Salah after his Senegal side stunned Egypt to win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

Mane warmed hearts shortly after the whistle of the Sunday, February 6, final staged at the Paul Biya Stadium as he went over to console a teary Salah.

Mane's AFCON final influence

The Senegalese winger was the man of the moment during the thrilling clash as his spot-kick won the Lions of Teranga their first-ever AFCON title.

Mane, who had missed a penalty during regulation time made amends in the shootouts as he calmly slotted home the winning spot-kick to inspire Senegal to glory.

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There were touching scenes shortly after as he approached Salah to commiserate with him.

What Mane told Salah

The former Southampton ace has now lifted the lid on what exactly he said to his Liverpool teammate.

"I told him that he remains a very great player and it’s a pleasure to play for the same club. I have so much respect for him and he gave everything for his country," Mane divulged.

"Unfortunately, he didn’t win, but that doesn’t mean it’s over for him. I also told him that he still has many things to win, including the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. They have a young team so maybe they will win it one day," he added.

Egypt promises revenge against Senegal

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Egypt has warned the Lions of Teranga to brace themselves for a gruelling battle during their FIFA World Cup playoffs.

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The Pharaohs were stunned 4-2 in post-match penalties by Senegal who eventually lifted the title for the first time in their history.

The Carlos Queiroz-tutored side is scheduled to play Senegal once again, but this time in the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.