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29th July 2026
29th July 2026 
Riyad Mahrez cemented his status as a pivotal figure in European football by leading Leicester City to an unexpected Premier League title victory in the 2015-16 season. Prior to this historic achievement, Mahrez had made a significant impact with Le Havre, playing for their first team from 2011 to 2014. In January 2014, he transferred to English club Leicester City for approximately £450,000, where he immediately contributed to their winning the Championship title in the 2013-14 season and securing promotion to the Premier League. His standout performance in the 2015-16 Premier League season earned him widespread acclaim, including the prestigious PFA Players’ Player of the Year award, making him the first African player to receive this honor.
His international prowess was recognized with the CAF African Footballer of the Year and BBC African Footballer of the Year awards, both received in 2016. Mahrez continues to showcase his enduring impact on both club and international football. In 2025, he achieved a significant milestone, earning his 100th international cap for Algeria and playing a crucial role in their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His success at Al-Ahli has been immediate, securing the Saudi Super Cup in 2025 and leading the club to victory in the AFC Champions League Elite during the 2024-25 season.
These recent accomplishments underscore Mahrezs consistent performance at the highest levels of the sport.
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