Saudi Pro League: Riyad Mahrez, the king of key passes

World 20 February 2026 at 04:42

Imed Ben Amara

News Editor

23.02.26 FT Pro League Saudi Arabia

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Age is just a number for Riyad Mahrez. At 34, the Algerian international (111 caps, 37 goals) continues to dazzle Saudi pitches with his talent.

Facing Al-Najma in the 23rd round of the Saudi Pro League, Al-Ahli Saudi relied on the Fennec to secure a 4-1 win. Wearing the number 7 shirt, he provided two assists—one to Valentin Atangana (48', 1-1) and another to Ivan Toney (69', 2-1).

With these two assists, Mahrez now boasts 19 goal involvements in 30 games across all competitions this season (6 goals, 13 assists).

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With 3 goals and 7 assists, he is one of Al-Ahli's most influential players in the league. But that's not all—the former Manchester City winger also stands out as the player with the most key passes delivered.

Indeed, Mahrez registered 8 key passes against Al-Khaleej and Al-Hilal, 7 against Al-Kholood, and 6 versus Al-Najma.

For the record, a key pass is the final pass leading directly to a teammate's shot, whether or not it results in a goal.

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