Sadio Mané’s humble beginnings in a remote village in Senegal showcase his remarkable journey to become one of the world’s best players.
The village where Mané grew up:
Situated deep within Senegal, Bambali lies 400 kilometers away from the country’s capital, Dakar. The village’s population is a mere 2000 inhabitants.
Bambali is characterized by traditional houses, wooden fences, and an abundance of mango trees surrounding the area.
The locals primarily engage in fishing and farming, given the village’s coastal location along the Casamance River.
French serves as the primary language for all villagers, as it is also Senegal’s official language.
Mané has constructed a school, a large hospital, and a mosque in Bambali.
The hospital holds personal significance for Mané, as his father tragically passed away when he was only 11 years old due to the lack of adequate medical facilities.
With a population exceeding 15 million, Senegal’s majority (over 95%) follows the Islamic faith.
Within Mané’s house, there is a well that provides water for the villagers to utilize freely.
In Senegal, it is common for extended families to reside together under one roof. Mané’s mansion accommodates 40 family members within its walls.
Mané’s relatives eagerly gather to watch an AFCON game between Senegal and Tanzania in 2018. Although Mané is unable to join, the excitement remаins palpable.
Many residents of the village have become avid Liverpool fans, especially after Mané generously gifted 300 Liverpool shirts to the community before the 2018 Champions League final.
Mané is widely known and revered within Bambali, viewed as both a brother and a role model by all.
