Sadio Mane to miss Senegal's friendly against the Republic of Ireland

Sadio Mane will not play for Senegal in next month’s internationals against the Republic of Ireland and England. Pic: AP Photo/Sunday Alamba.

Sadio Mane will not play for Senegal in next month’s internationals against the Republic of Ireland and England after asking to be excused for the two friendly matches.

Mane is the only major absentee from a 26-man squad unveiled by coach Pape Thiaw on Tuesday.