Algeria: Is Riyad Mahrez finally ready for AFCON 2025?

Africa 30 September 2025 at 08:33

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

Riyad Mahrez continues to dazzle on Asian pitches wearing the Al-Ahli jersey. Since his arrival in Saudi Arabia, the Greens' captain has established himself as one of the standout players in the prestigious Asian Champions League. His stats speak for themselves: 15 matches played, 11 goals scored, and 8 assists provided. In other words, he has been directly involved in 19 goals, making him one of the most decisive forwards in the competition.

This impressive output not only highlights how well he has adapted to his new surroundings, but also underscores his undeniable influence on Al-Ahli's sporting project. More than just a goalscorer, Mahrez has become a technical leader, capable of making the difference at any moment, proving that he hasn't lost any of his magic since leaving Europe.

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This inevitably raises the question: Is Riyad Mahrez finally ready to lead Algeria to the top at the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations? As the Greens search for a new spark after several disappointing campaigns, the experience and consistency of their captain could be the key factor in rekindling their continental glory.