Tosin Abayomi

Bayern Munich forward Sadio Mane has finally given his thoughts on Senegal's chances at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

The 30-year-old suffered an injury with Bayern Munich that ruled him out of the Senegal team to the World Cup.

Mane had a stellar year playing a key part as Senegal beat Mohamed Salah's Egypt to win the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon.

He also was part of the Liverpool team that won the FA Cup and advanced to the Champions League final only to lose to Real Madrid.

<a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/videos/sadio-mane-joins-bayern-munich-from-liverpool-until-2025/36qchtr">Mane moved from Premier League outfit Liverpool to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich </a>and finished <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/sports-gist/karim-benzema-wins-2022-ballon-dor-beats-mane-de-bruyne/ezsb8lv">in second place to France striker Karim Benzema</a> in the 2022 men's Ballon d'Or award.

Mane was expected to lead the Teranga Lions as Africa's best hope for the World Cup but his injury now casts a dark cloud over the team.

Senegal will aim to start their World Cup campaign on the right note against the Netherlands

<h3>Mane on Senegal at World Cup in Qatar</h3>

Ahead of the first group game against the Netherlands, Mane took to his official social media platforms to issue a statement.

According to Mane, there is still hope for Senegal to do well at the World Cup in Qatar despite his injury.

He said, "Good evening everyone, many of you have sent messages of support following my injury. Thank God, the surgery I had in the middle of the week went well.&nbsp;

"I wanna take this opportunity to thank and show my appreciation to you all. This Monday, our dear country will compete in the World Cup, Qatar 2022.&nbsp;

"I am sure the Lions will transcend and approach every game as a true finale. I am also convinced that all Senegalese will be in front of the small screen to support and encourage our valiant national team.&nbsp;

“Like all the unconditional ones in the Taniere, I am convinced that my teammates will fight as one man and as they are used to do in order to honor our dear 🇸🇳 Vive le Senegal, Go the Lions."

Mane will be absent as Senegal will aim to start their World Cup campaign on the right note against the Netherlands on Monday, November 21, 2022.&nbsp;

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Manchester United youngster Alejandro Garnacho has been given a lifeline to join the Argentina team to the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

<a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/sports-gist/messi-inspires-argentina-to-5-0-win-against-uae-ahead-of-world-cup-opener/7brkn29">Argentina recorded a comfortable 5-0 victory against the United Arab Emirates (UAE)</a> in their final preparatory fixture for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Goals from Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez, Paris Saint Germain forward Lionel Messi, Juventus wide man Angel Di Maria and Inter Milan forward Joaquin Correa meant Argentina go to the World Cup unbeaten in their last 36 games.

Alejandro Garnacho is the next big prospect from Argentina and could make an impact at the World Cup.

Following the result, Argentine manager Luis Scaloni revealed that there might be changes to <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/football/lionel-messi-leads-argentinas-26-man-final-world-cup-squad/r5enjjg">their 26-man team for the World Cup</a>.

He said, “There is a chance that the 26-player roster for the World Cup will change. We’ll see.”

“There are players who are not 100% fit. We want to be cautious and see how they evolve.”

According to several reports, AS Roma star Paolo Dybala is a&nbsp;serious doubt for the tournament still recovering from a long-term injury,

Other players on the injury list include Nicolas Gonzalez and Marcos Acuna.

Alejandro Garnacho will be the favored replacement for Dybala.

<h3>Alejandro Garnacho to join Argentina World Cup team</h3>

The buzz on social media suggests that Manchester United youngster Alejandro Garnacho will be the favored replacement for Dybala.

According to sources, Scaloni has been in touch with the youngster who created two assists in the Carabao Cup comeback against Aston Villa.

He then scored the winning goal for Manchester United as they defeated Fulham at Craven Cottage in the final Premier League fixture before the World Cup.

<a href="https://www.pulse.ng/sports/sports-gist/you-havent-played-with-messi-aguero-blasts-alejandro-garnacho-for-ronaldo-as-goat/kqgclmk">Garnacho was once criticized by former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero</a> after he claimed his teammate Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest footballer of all time.

The youngster is regarded as the next big prospect from Argentina and could make an impact at the World Cup.

Argentina are permitted to change their squads 24 hours before their first match of the tournament against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, November 22.

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