Moment Cristiano Ronaldo served Sadio Mané during Al-Nassr return
Fresh off continental glory with Senegal, Sadio Mané returned to club duty to a gesture that spoke volumes inside Al Nassr’s locker room.
Upon rejoining the squad, Cristiano Ronaldo, the coaching staff and Al Nassr players welcomed Mané back with applause and embraces, congratulating him on his success at international level.
The club also marked the occasion with a custom-made celebratory cake, featuring images of Mané lifting the trophy as Senegal captain.
After cutting the cake, Ronaldo took charge, serving the AFCON champion himself, as seen in a video shared by the club on X.
Expressing his appreciation to his teammates and staff, Mané said: “Thank you, guys. I’m really happy with the surprise – I didn’t expect it. It shows the warmth of this group, and I truly appreciate it. Now we’re focused on what’s ahead this season,” Mané said.
Welcoming back our champion, Sadio Mané 🦁
The Nassr way 💛💛
pic.twitter.com/3tnvNPLEjK— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) January 23, 2026
Focus shifts back to the title race
On the pitch, Al Nassr currently sit second in the Saudi Pro League with 37 points from 16 matches, seven points behind leaders Al Hilal.
With Mané reintegrated into the squad and Ronaldo continuing to spearhead the project, the club enters a decisive phase of the campaign with focus on the title.
