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Mané Surpasses Yaya Touré to Become AFCON's All-Time Top Assister with Nine

Mané Surpasses Yaya Touré to Become AFCON's All-Time Top Assister with Nine

03 January 2026at20:15

Senegalese star Sadio Mané etched his name in the history books of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, setting a new record during his country's 3-1 victory over Sudan. The win secured the "Lions of Teranga" a spot in the quarter-finals.

Senegal triumphed over Sudan with a 3-1 scoreline in the Round of 16 clash, held on Saturday evening at the Grand Stade de Tanger. The continental tournament is currently taking place in Morocco and concludes on January 18.

Mané was a pivotal figure in the match, playing a decisive role by assisting two of Senegal's three goals. This performance elevated his total number of assists in the tournament's history to nine, placing him at the top of the all-time list. He now surpasses Ivorian legend Yaya Touré's previous record by two assists.

Following this victory, Senegal will advance to the quarter-finals, where they are set to face the winner of the highly anticipated match between Tunisia and Mali, which is currently underway at the Mohammed V Complex.

What record did Sadio Mané achieve at AFCON?

Sadio Mané became the AFCON's all-time top assister, reaching nine career assists. He surpassed Yaya Touré's record by providing two crucial setups in Senegal's 3-1 victory over Sudan.

What's next for Senegal after their win against Sudan?

Following their 3-1 victory over Sudan, Senegal has successfully advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. They are set to face the winner of the Tunisia vs. Mali match.
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