Sadio Mane reflects on missed chances after Senegal draw with DR Congo

Senegal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in their second group stage match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with Sadio Mane once again at the centre of the action.

Mane found the net for Senegal, but his goal was not enough to secure all three points. His goal cancelled out Cedric Bakambu’s opener for DR Congo. Senegal created several clear openings and enjoyed spells of control, yet were unable to fully capitalise on their chances.

Speaking after the match, Mane admitted there was a sense of missed opportunity. "I think it was a good game and we should have won, but unfortunately we couldn’t convert all the chances into goals," he said.

The forward was quick to credit the opposition, acknowledging DR Congo’s resilience and quality. "This is football. We had a very good and respectable opponent, the Congo national team, who also deserved the point in this match," he added.

Mane stressed the importance of staying focused as the tournament progresses, pointing to the demanding nature of the competition. "We will try to prepare for the next match in the best way possible. In the Africa Cup of Nations, you must always be ready, because every opponent is difficult," he noted.

The result keeps Senegal well placed in the group, while underlining the fine margins that often define AFCON encounters.

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