Gini Wijnaldum sends message to Sadio Mane after AFCON triumph

Gini Wijnaldum insists that he 'always believed' in the abilities of Sadio Mane despite telling him only days ago not to take penalties.

Mane is currently the toast of Senegal after scoring the decisive spot-kick to crown the Lions of Teranga as African Cup of Nations champions 2022.

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The Liverpool forward had earlier missed a penalty in the regulation 90 minutes against Egypt but delivered when it mattered most.

And former Reds team-mate Wijnaldum, who now plies his trade for Paris Saint-Germain, was only too happy to set the record straight.

Following Sunday's nervy AFCON final between Senegal and Egypt, Wijnaldum tweeted: "Some great friends and amazing players in the AFCON final yesterday, but only one team could win!

"Congrats Sadio, @IGanaGueye @Abdou_diallo_ and the whole Senegal team for this historic win and Sadio, you know I always believed in you taking penalties."

Wijnaldum's faith in Mane was in stark contrast to what he said before the AFCON final on Sunday.

In footage shared on the PSG midfielder's