Algerian Maestro Sparks Late Equalizer, Adds 15th Major Trophy to Collection | OneFootball

Precise Corner Sets Up Dramatic Comeback, Legendary Career Milestone Achieved

Algerian Maestro Sparks Late Equalizer, Adds 15th Major Trophy to Collection

Algerian maestro Riyad Mahrez added another trophy to his glittering career lifting the Saudi Super cup with Al Ahli after dramatic penalty shootout win against Al Nassr on Saturday in Hong Kong.

Decisive contribution

Mahrez played pivotal role in the comeback delivering precise corner kick in the 89 minute that Brazilian defender Roger Ibanez converted into the equalizer forcing the match to penalties.

Stellar stats

Last season, Mahrez shone in the Asian Champions league Elite contributing to 50% of Al Ahli’s goals with 9 goal & 8 assist helping his team lift the trophy.

Since joining from Man City in summer 2023, he's tallied 65 goal contributions in 80 appearances for Al Ahli with 29 goal & 36 assist.

The 34 year old now boasts 15 major trophies: 14 with clubs across England & Asia including 5 Premier League titles, 3 League cups, 2 FA Cups, 1 Champions league and 1 Charity Shield plus the 2019 Africa cup of Nations with Algeria.

Mahrez's now gearing up for the Saudi Pro league aiming to continue his streak of success & fulfill the ambitions he promised Al Ahli fans after their continental triumph.