Riyad Mahrez

Born: February 21, 1991

Height: 5' 10" (178cm)

Hometown: Sarcelles, France
Nationality: Algeria Algerian

Position: Winger
Riyad Mahrez
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Career History
Senior2010-2014Le Havre
2014-2018Leicester City
2018-2023Manchester City
2023-Al-Ahli
Sports Mole has 2,245 articles about Riyad Mahrez. Articles 1 to 40:
Aissa Mandi of Algeria rests on the pitch after defeat
Switzerland 2-0 Algeria: Senior players fail and Petkovic's baffling decisions end tournament hopes against Switzerland
Senior players failed and their manager's baffling tactical decisions backfired as a North African side crashed out of the World Cup in the last 32.
Jul 3, 07:40
 Johan Manzambi of Switzerland
Switzerland 2-0 Algeria player ratings: Magnificent Johan Manzambi rewrites history after 88 years
Sports Mole rates every player's performance as Johan Manzambi inspires Switzerland to a historic 2-0 victory over Algeria in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
Jul 3, 07:06
 Riyad Mahrez (R) of Algeria celebrates his goal during the Group J match between Algeria and Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, United States, on June 27, 2026.
Player Ratings: Algeria 3-3 Austria : Mahrez rescues Algeria twice as Kalajdzic snatches late equaliser
Player ratings from Algeria's dramatic 3-3 draw with Austria. Mahrez scores twice as Algeria secure World Cup qualification, before Kalajdzic snatches a stoppage-time equaliser.
Jun 28, 07:08
 Riyad Mahrez of Algeria celebrates his goal during the Group J match between Algeria and Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, United States, on June 27, 2026.
Algeria 3-3 Austria: Mahrez double rescues Fennecs in six-goal thriller as both sides advance
Algeria reached the World Cup last 32 after a stunning 3-3 draw with Austria in Kansas City, with Riyad Mahrez scoring twice in a six-goal thriller at the 2026 World Cup.
Jun 28, 05:49
 Ronaldo/Kane composite
World Cup 2026 last 32: Best and worst games in the knockout stage including Brazil vs. Japan and Argentina vs. Cape Verde
Sports Mole takes a look at some of the best and worst fixtures in the last 32 at the 2026 World Cup, with the group stage finally over.
Jun 25, 21:07
 Riyad Mahrez of Algeria waves to the crowd
Jordan 2-1 Algeria: Vladimir Petkovic's half-time gamble pays off as Algeria snatch 'final' against Austria
Petkovic's half-time gamble rescued Algeria, whose 2-1 comeback win over Jordan sets up a winner-takes-all decider against Austria in Group J.
Jun 23, 06:54
 Nizar Al-Rashdan in action for Jordan vs Algeria
Jordan 1-2 Algeria: Nizar Al-Rashdan's sensational trivela delivers a memorable World Cup moment despite defeat
Sports Mole looks at how Nizar Al-Rashdan produced a moment of World Cup magic for Jordan, but Algeria fought back to claim a dramatic 2-1 victory and keep their knockout hopes alive.
Jun 23, 06:06
 Riyad Karim Mahrez of Algeria
World Cup 2026: 'Victory or retirement' — Algeria under immense pressure to beat Group J minnows Jordan
Algeria face a must-win clash against Jordan in Group J at World Cup 2026, with major changes expected after the 3-0 humiliation against Argentina.
Jun 21, 18:36
 Riyad Karim Mahrez of Algeria
Algeria lineup vs. Jordan: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 clash as Riyad Mahrez looks to return
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Algeria could line up for Monday's World Cup 2026 Group J clash against Jordan.
Jun 21, 03:12
 Jordan players celebrate Ali Olwan goal vs Austria
Preview:Jordan vs. Algeria - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup clash between Jordan and Algeria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 20, 23:01
 Riyad Karim Mahrez of Algeria
World Cup 2026: Algeria and Petkovic already on red alert after Argentina fiasco
Algeria delivered zero shots on target in a 3-0 defeat to Argentina as Petkovic's decision to bench Mahrez backfired. The Fennecs face must-win fixtures against Jordan and Austria.
Jun 17, 06:39
 Riyad Mahrez of Algeria during the International Friendly,
Algeria lineup vs. Argentina: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group J clash as Riyad Mahrez leads Fennecs against reigning champions
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Algeria could line up for Tuesday's World Cup 2026 clash with Group J rivals Argentina.
Jun 14, 12:59
 Real Madrid's Joselu celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on May 8, 2024
The most dramatic injury-time winners in football history on anniversary of Lucas Moura goal
Sports Mole ranks the 20 most dramatic injury-time winners in football history.
May 8, 08:13
 MATTHIAS JAISSLE, Al Ahli Coach
Preview:Al-Ahli vs Al Fateh - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Saudi Pro League clash between Al-Ahli and Al Fateh, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 4, 18:57
 Manchester City's Jack Grealish pictured on August 24, 2024
Manchester City's most expensive signings ever
Sports Mole looks at the most expensive signings in Manchester City's illustrious history.
Apr 8, 07:00
 Houssem Aouar of Algeria celebrates on September 5, 2024
Preview:Algeria vs Uruguay - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Algeria and Uruguay, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 29, 21:45
 VLADIMIR PETKOVIC, Algeria coach
Preview:Algeria vs Guatemala - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's International Friendlies clash between Algeria and Guatemala, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 26, 00:25
 Riyad Mahrez in action for Leicester City on May 9, 2018
Leicester City's greatest players of all time: Where does Riyad Mahrez rank?
Sports Mole takes a look at the top 10 players to have turned out for Leicester City.
Feb 21, 17:30
 Germany's Florian Wirtz celebrates scoring on November 16, 2024
The most expensive transfers at every age, from 11 to 40
Sports Mole looks at the most expensive transfers at every age, from 11 to 40.
Feb 3, 08:00
 Al-Hilal's Kalidou Koulibaly on July 4, 2025
Preview:Al-Hilal vs Al-Ahli - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Saudi Pro League clash between Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 1, 01:38
 Tottenham's Robbie Keane in action with Manchester City's Richard Dunne on April 8, 2006
Tottenham vs. Man City: Head-to-head record and past meetings before Premier League clash
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 30, 13:16
 Riyad Mahrez of Algeria during the International Friendly,
Preview:Algeria vs Nigeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Algeria and Nigeria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 8, 23:52
 Riyad Mahrez of Algeria during the International Friendly,
Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 predictions including Algeria vs. DR Congo
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for all of Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 fixtures, including Riyad Mahrez's Algeria vs. DR Congo.
Jan 6, 06:00
 VLADIMIR PETKOVIC, Algeria coach
Preview:Algeria vs Congo DR - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Algeria and Congo DR, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 4, 20:42
 The Africa Cup of Nations trophy pictured on February 11, 2024
AFCON 2025: Own goals top scoring charts with four strikes as Africa Cup of Nations follows Euro 2024 trend
Own goals have become the surprise leading scorers at AFCON 2025 with four already, matching Euro 2024's trend where own goals topped the charts with 10.
Jan 2, 19:34
 Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney celebrates after scoring on August 20, 2025
Preview:Al-Ahli vs Al-Nassr - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Saudi Pro League clash between Al-Ahli and Al-Nassr, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 31, 22:09
 Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo at the Africa Cup of Nations on December 28, 2025
Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations predictions including Bryan Mbeumo's Cameroon vs. Mozambique
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for all of Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations fixtures, including Bryan Mbeumo's Cameroon vs. Mozambique.
Dec 31, 06:00
 Emilio Nsue Lopez of Equatorial Guinea
Preview:Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Equatorial Guinea and Algeria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 29, 23:45
 VLADIMIR PETKOVIC, Algeria coach
Preview:Algeria vs Burkina Faso - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Algeria and Burkina Faso, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 26, 22:36
 Equatorial Guinea coach Juan Micha on November 10, 2024
Preview:Equatorial Guinea vs Sudan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Equatorial Guinea and Sudan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 26, 19:44
 Ten barmy predictions for the AFCON 2025
AFCON 2025: 10 barmy predictions for the tournament in Morocco
With AFCON 2025 now in full swing, we indulge in the game of the ten wildest predictions that could come true during this 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations.
Dec 26, 06:53
 Riyad Mahrez of Algeria during the International Friendly,
Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations predictions including Ivory Coast vs. Mozambique
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for all of Tuesday's Africa Cup of Nations fixtures, including Ivory Coast vs. Mozambique.
Dec 24, 06:00
 Mohamed Amoura celebrates scoring for Algeria on March 25, 2025
Preview:Algeria vs. Sudan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations clash between Algeria and Sudan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 22, 10:46
 The Africa Cup of Nations trophy pictured on February 11, 2024
AFCON 2025 preview: Group analysis, star players and tournament predictions
Sports Mole previews the road to continental glory with a detailed group-by-group look at the 24 teams competing in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Dec 20, 04:16
 The Africa Cup of Nations trophy pictured on February 11, 2024
AFCON 2025: Who are the favourites?
A few days from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kick-off (21st December-18th January) in Morocco, the continent is holding its breath. As always, the competition promises to be wide open, with several credible contenders.
Dec 17, 12:00
 AFCON Biggest Stars - Victor Osimhen, Mohamed Salah, Bryan Mbeumo
10 of the biggest stars to watch at AFCON 2025
Sports Mole highlights the 10 most prominent stars set to define the unique winter edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Dec 16, 23:59
 Saudi Arabia coach Herve Renard pictured on November 13, 2024
Preview:Saudi Arabia vs Algeria - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between Saudi Arabia and Algeria, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 16, 15:02
 Jeremy Doku/Pep Guardiola composite
“World class”: Man City expert claims £55m star’s display was ‘as good as anything’ seen against Liverpool
Jeremy Doku is not a “25-goal-a-season player”, but he can still develop into a “world-class player” for Manchester City under manager Pep Guardiola, Citizens expert Steven McInerney tells Sports Mole.
Nov 11, 08:40
 Manchester City's Erling Haaland and Jude Bellingham during his Borussia Dortmund days on October 25, 2022
Man City vs. Borussia Dortmund: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Following Wednesday's Champions League clash between Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the two clubs.
Nov 3, 10:03
 Mohamed Amoura celebrates scoring for Algeria on March 25, 2025
Preview:Algeria vs Uganda - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Africa clash between Algeria and Uganda, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 12, 18:14
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