Mahrez on the AFCON Stage: Algeria's Captaining Moment Lights Up the Night
29 December 2025
Mahrez on the Move: Algeria's AFCON Radiance
Mahrez numbers give Algeria the mental edge in AFCON.
Riyad Mahrez keeps answering his critics with force; after sharp criticism that followed his disappointments in the previous two Africa Cup of Nations editions, the 34-year-old winger has finally rekindled belief in his talent during this edition staged in Morocco.
Following a brace in the opener against Sudan, which finished 3-0, the Algerian star again drew eyes, scoring the match-winner in yesterday’s 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso.
With this display, the Al Ahli Saudi striker proves his leadership, emerging as the genuine captain of the group, now topping the tournament's scorers list. According to Foot Mercato, Algeria are unbeatable whenever Mahrez finds the net, with 25 wins and 6 draws in those matches.
Fans in Algeria dare to dream of their artist finding the net in every game of this competition, hoping the Green Train keeps rolling toward the podium. Anxious fans await the next goal with bated breath.
If style could score, Mahrez would have a hat-trick every match.
And me? I just chase the ball like it's a WiFi signal.
