Mane 'Shoves' Ronaldo for 'Acting Like Coach' During Al Nassr’s SPL Clash With Al Shabab

Mane 'Shoves' Ronaldo for 'Acting Like Coach' During Al Nassr’s SPL Clash With Al Shabab

Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
updated at September 1, 2023 at 12:57 PM
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  • Sadio Mane and Cristiano Ronaldo's chemistry is the bedrock of Al-Nassr's resurgence
  • They have scored eight of the Knights of Najd's last nine goals in the Saudi Pro League
  • Ronaldo and Mane hope to replicate their scorching form versus Al-Hazem on Saturday

The camaraderie between Sadio Mane and Cristiano Ronaldo remains the cornerstone of their seamless understanding on the football field.

In their latest match, the dynamic duo showcased their incredible teamwork and played a pivotal role in Al-Nassr's resounding 4-0 victory over Al-Shabab at Al-Awwal Park on August 29.

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane were involved in a heartwarming moment on the bench during Al-Nassr's SPL tie with Al Shabab. Photo credit: @AlNassrFC_EN @NoodleHairCR7
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Ronaldo not only netted a brace but also set up his teammate, the former Liverpool and Bayern Munich star, increasing Mane's season tally to four goals in as many games played, Eurosport reports.

Both players received a well-deserved rest from head coach Luis Castro, with the Senegalese substituted in the 81st minute and the Portuguese in the 86th, having played four matches in a space of 11 days.

During their time on the substitutes' bench, the 31-year-old and his captain enjoyed a light-hearted moment.

Ronaldo, who seems to possess coaching instincts, was seen giving instructions to his teammates on the pitch. Mane found this amusing and playfully nudged his captain closer to the technical area to ensure he could be heard.

This heartwarming moment brought smiles to their teammates' faces.

Ronaldo and Mane will now look to maintain their excellent goal-scoring form when they face Al Hazem as guests on September 2, hoping to continue their winning streak.

Ronaldo, Mane team up for goal

Meanwhile, Mane and Ronaldo combined once again as the Senegalese continued his rich run of form in the Saudi Pro League with another goal.

As Sports Brief reported, the 31-year-old brilliantly finished off an assist from his skipper to extend the Knights of Najd's lead against Al-Shabab.

In a video shared on social media, Mane drove home from a one-touch pass from Ronaldo, following a quick counter-attack by the visitors.

Ronaldo and Mane perform double 'Siuuu'

Sports Brief also reported on Mane and Ronaldo doing the 'Siuuu' after the Portuguese star scored Al-Nassr's opening goal against Raja Casablanca on August 6.

The 38-year-old urged the Senegalese star and his other teammates to follow him to the corner flag before they jumped into the air and pulled off the signature pose.

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Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe
Godwin Nii Armah Tagoe is a Ligue 1, Bundesliga, and La Liga editor with five-year experience. He previously worked with Sports Corna and 360SportsGH.
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