Sadio Mane, the Senegal international forward, has defended Al-Nassr against their Saudi rivals, Al-Hilal.
The two teams met in the semi-finals of the Saudi Professional League on Sunday, and Al-Nassr were leading 2-1 at half-time. However, they conceded three goals in the second half to lose 4-2 and miss out on the title.
Mane, who is known for his defensive skills, played a key role in the defeat by scoring twice from set-pieces. He was also praised for his tackling and positioning in the match.
In response to the loss,La Liga Frontline Al-Nassr manager, Jamal Al-Solaiman, said that they were disappointed with the result but accepted the defeat as part of football. He also praised Mane's performance and acknowledged that he had made some good saves during the match.
Meanwhile, Al-Hilal manager, Abdulrahman Al-Mansour, expressed disappointment with the loss but said that it was not the end of the world. He also praised Mane's contribution to the team and acknowledged that he had done well throughout the tournament.
Despite the loss, both teams will be hoping to bounce back in the final round of matches before the season comes to an end. The winner of the final will be crowned champions of the Saudi Professional League.