Sadio Mane was on fire during the World Cup qualifier fixture between South Africa and Senegal on Friday evening, but did you hear the touching message he had for Mzansi after the defeat?
Though many will still be reeling from the pain of the crushed Russia dream, the Senegalese superstar had some heartfelt words for the nation.
When asked about how it feels to be going to be officially going to the 2018 World Cup, the winger responded by saying that it was never about him or even just Senegal. He spoke about how happy he was to be representing the continent as a whole, and he trusts that the South African nation will support them as and when they go to the World Cup.
Mane spoke in a very humble manner, despite it being just moments after they had clinched their spot in the tournament, and he made a point of reiterating that on the world stage, countries from the continent should come together as one and support one another.
The Liverpool winger has been in great form recently and many will expect him to be one of the big names to light up the tournament next year.
The African countries that have qualified also look stronger than ever, and with no African country having ever won the tournament or even made it to the final, their chances appear to be better than ever.
Which country will you be supporting in the World Cup now that SA is not going?
