Diouf, a two-time African Footballer of the Year is the idol of Mane; one of the stars to come out of Africa in recent times. Although the former is mostly remembered for his tumultuous relationship with the club and team mates, Mane who now plays for the same club still regards him as his hero.

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane sent a message of support to those affected by terrorist attacks in Barcelona and Cambrils that have left 14 people dead and over 100 injured.

Plateau United coach Kennedy Boboye has played down talks that his team already have this season’s Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title in the bag after defeating second-placed MFM FC 1-0 in a top-of-the-table clash last Sunday.

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has backed Anthony Martial to make a positive impact this season after the French forward failed to earn his trust last term.

NPFL week 35 fixtures