CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL
‘Lucky’ Mane trains his sights on Real Madrid
The Liverpool forward has struck 19 times this season and wants more
Sadio Mane says he is a "lucky boy" to play alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino in Liverpool’s devastating forward line as he bids to sink Real Madrid in the Champions League final. The Liverpool forward has struck 19 times this season and wants more as the Reds take on the holders for the European title in Kiev on Saturday. "I think more goals are coming," said the Senegal international. "Of course I am happy, but as a striker you’d love to score every single game to help your team." Mane, 26, has been the junior partner in a formidable forward trio this season. Salah has led the way with a 44 goals, while Firmino has weighed in with 27 in all competitions. "Like I have always said, I have always been enjoying playing alongside these great players," said Mane. "They make everything easier for me. I am a lucky boy. But we always talk about the front three. Don’t forget it starts from the guys behind. They make it easier. The power of Liverpool Football Club is the collective...
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